21 May 1885
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Newspaper
Western Sentinel
Location
Winston, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1885
Page
1
The advertisement announces spring 1885 stock at Mow Store corner Main and Oregon opposite Brinece Warthowes. It promotes books as a leading line, lists milliner presence, and claims honesty integrity and courtesy. Corner stores K. J. Rehaichip and L. Traysham invite customers and accept poultry produce in trade.
Special Correspondent reports on Grover Cleveland's administration amid reform calls. The piece attacks Endicott and Cabinet laxity, criticizes flunkeyism in War and other departments, and defends James Blackburn while denouncing Charles M. Shelley. It argues the president must purge untrustworthy advisers to uphold public morals.
Baltimore hosts the 16th annual Army of the Potomac reunion with 5000 marching veterans from multiple posts. Gen Grant re-elected president, city subsidies reach 12000 dollars, and a grand parade down streets of the Monumental City despite rain.
A New York City from New York City period piece outlines home decoration trends. It surveys rugs carpets and wood wares, with price ranges from six dollars a roll to 1500 dollars for a moquette, and notes on lamps, crystal, and furniture. It ends with househkeeping hints and a claim for Dufty malt whiskey as a preventive tonic.
A long, vivid update from Chicago on spring mood, stock market caution, and Coney Island awakening. The piece contrasts Bulls and Bears as years ago Leonard Jerome and his brother advised buying or selling. It notes trains arriving, but facilities still closed, and a sausage vendor profiting from anticipated crowds. Geneva Grant’s condition is reported as improving with a brief nurse's update. The column includes short notices and poems from era papers.
Corbreeten presents the choicest selections of rich colorings and rare fabrics in this state. The stock is the largest and most select in the market, comprising every grade of goods manufactured for this season's trade at prices that cannot be duplicated south of New York.
A bold claim marks the scene as firms tout originality while facing imitators, asserting unmatched leadership and persistent influence in their sector. The statement signals branding power and competitive stance amid market comparisons.
Silk and satin selections listed include Sarah, Khyber Cloth, Athe tros, Nuns Veiling, Mohairs, Cashmeres, Tricots, Ottoman Cloths, and Plaids. A handsome line of Black Silks from 50 cents to 3 dollars per yard and Summer Silks and Sarahs from 50 cents upward are advertised.
White goods are highlighted with India Linens Linen Lawns Persian Lawns India Divinity Ras Stripes Alsian Nainsooks Fig ured Sin and Mulls in white and color. Embroidered robes start at 3 dollars 50 cents, with a broad selection of All Over Embroideries Laces Flounces from our importation.
Glove and hosiery assortment advertised with a wide range of parasol themed goods. A striking display of Philadelphia shoes and slippers for ladies and children praised for style, wear and comfort. Every pair warranted.
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