Lost and found ad from The Washington Post
Brief note inviting readers to report lost or found items to The Washington Post with free service and contact by telephone Main 4205.
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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1908
Page
12
Brief note inviting readers to report lost or found items to The Washington Post with free service and contact by telephone Main 4205.
A cluttered list of items for sale includes pianos with deep discounts from 19 percent, used and new models from Knabe Kimball and Sheninger, plus several other household goods. Also offered are a 1900s motor cycle, cameras, jewelry, clothing, furniture, theatre tickets, and various bric a brac with contact references to BOX numbers and addresses for inquiries and orders.
A crowded classifieds page lists pianos uprights including Knabe and Richmond in mahogany, various chairs tables and trunks, as well as sewing machines, bicycles, and household goods. Items include a Tiffany ring offer, antique furniture, a piano, baby chairs, lamps, and a violin, with boxes indicating contact by box number or address.
Miscellaneous classifieds list sought items and services including wine guides, tailors and skirts made to order, purchasing requests for pairs of gentlemen riding stirrups, green portables, plat books, assessment books, records of the War of the Rebellion, gas ranges, lamps, and household goods. Addresses and box numbers accompany each ad.
A mix of small ads: women seeking second hand gowns and hats, a motor, furniture, pianos, and a variety of job listings. Listings specify boxes or office contact, locations such as 1407 with wt 1E GOOD HOLY OR FLAT TOP OAK DECK, and multiple occupations including bartender, bookkeeper, janitor, and office help with references.
A jumble of 1930s style personals and ads features Orien tal Palmists offering readings at various addresses, followed by cash for discarded clothes and watches, a dim detective service, and miscellaneous solicitations. Includes names, addresses, and hours, with hopeful promises of quick riches and services.
Junked classified style ad listing multiple business chances and products for sale. Mentions include a 3000 half interest stake, a coffee and dessert mix, a wine merchant, and various cheap sale offers. Addresses box numbers and vague prospects suggest an old urban classifieds page.
A foreign couple seeks a private family placement as cook and kitchen maid. They have first class cooking knowledge, aiming for a single position in Rhode Island. They present strong private household experience and readiness to relocate.
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