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Newspaper
Warren Ledger
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1891
Page
5
Ex diplomat recounts a Christmas Eve overheard tale that wealth arose from a midnight speech by an ox in a barn. The ox claims ancient stones at Ploubinec hold treasure, diamonds, pearls, and rubies beneath holes left by a Druidic rite, predicting wealth for one who understands.
A narrator recalls a New Year tale from a rich Frenchman in New York about stolen gems and diamonds hidden in the Stones of Plouhinec. A beggar Kerrick accompanies him to the Bay of Ploubinec where the stones move at midnight. Blood sacrifice is implied as the price of riches. Kerrick is killed during the descent, and the thief escapes to America with wealth.
Twenty dozen pongee silk handkerchiefs with embroidered initials drop from 75 cents to 47 cents. Twenty five dozen linen handkerchiefs with initials at 19 cents, valued at 35 cents. Mufflers in all colors on sale, umbrellas with silver rods at 2.25, folding English style. Sale continues as removal to Eddy building approaches, with suits and clothing marked down 3 to 4 dollars.
An ad promotes Royal Kersey Overcoats in Crab Blue Black and Brown at $10, claiming clothiers rarely offer such value. It contrasts with $350 men’s overcoats and highlights $5 and $6 options. The dealer urges practical buyers to act before removal, offering deposit holds.
The world renowned Hostetter's Stomach Bitters is celebrated in the Almanac now in its 60th year of publication by the Hostetter Company of Pittsburg Pa. It will be issued in multiple languages and printed in millions for 1842. The Almanac offers health guidance and testimonials, with free copies available from druggists nationwide. The Normal School in Jinbora is noted for placing students in strong positions, with one graduate declining a $2400 yearly superintendent post for a $2800 yearly principal role.
To Our Patrons we announce the grocery business will reopen January first under a new cash system. By paying cash for goods at wholesale prices, they charge lower figures than in the past and remove the nuisance of large three month bills. They thank customers for past patronage and seek approval.
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