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Newspaper
The Daily Phoenix
Location
Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1875
Page
1
Investigation reveals a general system of fraud in canned foods from fruits to fish. Exams show contents below stated weights in many brands including tuna and mushroom products. The fraud is tied to dishonest competition and price per can rather than true weight.
An early 20th century sale notice from Love & Co. Columbia South Carolina announces deep discounts at Grand Central Dry Goods Store. The list features bleached muslin, standard prints, loom muslin, muslin, ready goods, and heavily reduced hosiery, shoes, and dress fabrics. The ad emphasizes delivery terms and low prices to attract shoppers.
Kerosene prices quoted for sale in the city include a wholesale rate of five per barrel and retail price around twenty cents per gallon. Delivery is offered with free wagon or drag service in some areas, courtesy of John Agnew and associates.
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