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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1888
Page
1
Six pieces of all wool albatross fabric 40 inches wide in Heles trope Cream Beige Shell Rose and Shrimp colors priced at 75 cents reduced to 53 cents Our business philosophy treats customer interests as equal to our own and invites buyers to compare prices before deciding Our copy emphasizes low prices and trade appeal and asks for verdict.
A local dry goods dealer promotes 28 pieces of 40 inch all wool Henriettas offered at exceptionally low prices. The ad stresses vast sales last week and promises similar volumes this week, arguing that low profits support very cheap cloth. It claims prices like fifty cents and percentages that favor large purchases over small ones.
An advert promises 50 dozen S button embroidered kid gloves in dark browns with silk embroidery and 125 Vine China silk handkerchiefs with colored borders. Prices are pitched at 50 to 75 cents, touting these as bargain values and fast sellers.
Notice a influx of bargains with hundreds of dozen ladies linen handkerchiefs offered in white and colored borders. Items include 25 cent handkerchiefs, 50 cent regulars sold at 25 cents, and large lots of hem stitched, embroidered, and bordered pieces priced to clear. Buy fifty cent handkerchiefs now for twenty five cents during this sale.
Advertisement touts 379 dozen ladies linen handkerchiefs at reduced prices. Claims goods sold elsewhere at 100 cents now 75 cents and later 50 cents during sale. Promises finest quality and elaborate designs exclusive to this site. Mentions $1 handkerchiefs available at 50 cents.
A sale features 125 handkerchiefs at 75 cents, described as exquisite French coluvn reproductions with Irish manufacturing, claiming double wear. Also offered are 178 dozen gentlemen linen handkerchiefs valued at 50 cents now 25, plus white hemstitched and colored border options at 25 cents.
Advertisement notes newly made white handkerchiefs with hemstitched borders and embroidered designs for men priced at 50 cents each. Frugal buyers urged to purchase these fine goods as a notable improvement over printed alternatives.
Double width woollen dress goods in Checks and Plaids priced down from 30 cents to 23 cents. Sixteen and two third cents for double width woollen goods. Don t miss the Handkerchief Sale this week with big savings. Holidays near, buy now at half price and save half your money. Open all day, mornings preferred.
The listing notes 1000 dozen cream silk mufflers in various fabrics including China silk English surah and brocaded silks. Value is stated to be up to 30 percent higher, with prices ranging from 125 to 4500 across items.
Real Duchesse lace handkerchiefs offered in a large assortment at prices 40 rents below value. Four experienced salesladies and a rapid cash system will assist in the handkerchief department as stock goes fast.
A promotional notice boasts low prices and customer satisfaction with a bold guarantee. It urges shoppers to compare, buy, and return if not satisfied, touting crowded store rooms and strong bargains that speak for themselves.
A dealer announces a six day sale starting Monday offering deep cuts on items like twelve ladies gold watches at 20 each compare 30 later. Rodgers silver plated knives at 1.50. nickel alarm clocks at 1.00, others higher. Promises marked down stock to raise funds, touting half price sourcing and holiday pricing.
Piltadelphia Store at Southwest Corner Douglas Ave and Market Streets offers a 90 cent yard Black Silk in special drive, silk Faille at 13 pieces for 1.05 a yard, warp Henrietta at 90c, plus trims at reduced prices. Blanket and comfort sale discounts a quarter off. Katz invites shoppers to inspect stock and prices.
Reports from Tsprasarois state the switch men’s strike did not spread to enginers and firemen. Railroads move to restore traffic as roads heal. new workers seek jobs and officials say supplying strikers’ positions will be easy in coming days. The Knights of Labor assembly adjourns until noon today and debates plan for broader action.
A Puritan era English settlement expands around New Ruanymede area. six to thirty English settlers arrive, establishing farms, horse ranches, and cattle operations. Leaders like Mr. Turell oversee headquarters. migrants adapt to American life while planning further development, trade, and market access at the Kinglels coastal region.
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