Christmas Thoughts
Suggestions for the Many Holiday Shoppers
Consider the Local Stores
Bainbridge Republican, December 17, 1903
An Investigation Among the Stores in Bainbridge
Will Reveal Opportunities This Season Never Seen Before
The predominant thought in the minds of people at this season of the year is Christmas and the custom of making gifts. The good will which is manifest among relatives and friends seeks a token of remembrance at this time of the year. The Bainbridge merchants have given this sentiment consideration and have provided means whereby shoppers may gladden and brighten the Christmas tide. Following are suggestions:
A Merry Christmas at the store of W.M. Hastings & Son. Why? Because the line of furniture they keep will add greatly to the comfort and alterations of home. Fancy rockers, Morris chairs, couches and everything in fancy furniture.
Truman's drugstore is an attractive place. He has carefully considered the wants of the people and has added a fine assortment of toys for the children. He has books, stationery, perfumes and all fancy articles.
A.L. Palmer's store, for years has been a rendezvous for ladies looking after dress goods. The Christmas season is the time to add to the wardrobe. Who would not like a new dress?
In many persons the feet are the clumsiest part of the human anatomy. At the shoe store of Warren & Anderson this defect can be remedied by a purchase of a pair of neat, dressy shoes, which will be a Christmas gift to oneself and the community.
Leon Patchen is a popular young business man and at his grocery store on North Main street, you will find this reputation does not wane for the reason that he will take particular pains to pleasure you in Christmas purchases of nuts, candies, fruits, etc.
Whitman's market is up to date and will be supplied with necessaries which make a Christmas repast merry. His roasts and chops can't be beat.
Christmas buying headquarters at J.E. Hirt & Co.'s which is the place to obtain gents' fine dress goods and everything in fancy and substantial furnishings, especially acceptable at this time of the year.
Barlow & Clark have no "tale of woe" to tell you but a tale of gladness to every housewife, that by throwing away the old cook stove and getting a new range at their store will make this Christmas the happiest in years.
By the way, F.L Perkins' store in the Danforth block has become a popular place for shopping. He keeps fine goods and a large assortment which pleases the ladies. He has added a special line for Christmas trade, books, fancy boxes, all kinds of toys and games. China in Great variety.
At H.C. Newell's grocery may be found a choice line of fruit, oranges, grapes, figs, dates, bananas, mixed nuts and candies. Everything needed to make the dinner table attractive for Christmas. Canned goods and all kinds of groceries. Herm will please you if you will offer him the opportunity.
Frank Fletcher strives to please by providing the best of meats for his market. He does please which occasions his large patronage at holiday season. Frank puts out the extras which the demand requires. Don't go hungry; protect the inner man.
There is nothing more appreciated than useful articles, such as harnesses, robes, blankets, gloves and mittens. Arvine Ireland is always ready to explain to you why they are useful and will give good bargains.
Christopher Toby has the reputation of being an excellent caterer. He can provide ice creams, ices of all kinds, cakes and delicacies. He handles these things in connection with his grocery which is replete with everything in that line. Give a Christmas social and call on Toby.
J.B. Williams' store is a holiday place for gifts the year through, because everything sold is useful and practical. He has groceries and provisions, boots, shoes and rubber goods.
Retain in your memory this list of articles: picket knives, shears, razors, skates, chafing dishes, clothes wringers, oil stoves, ranges and a full line of hardware articles at the C.C. Hovey Supply Co's store, should you wish to open your heart for Christmas remembrances.
Leland Yale & Co's pharmacy store is well stocked with bibles, fine stationery, purses, books of all descriptions, high class and useful articles for the Christmas trade. Don't pass them by. Call early and make a selection.
Fancy articles for the ladies at the millinery store of Mrs. C.P. Case. This is a popular place to select fine linen, handkerchiefs, embroidery, millinery, etc. The appreciation which would come from a gift of one of her articles would knit friendship for all time.
The majority of men smoke. How smiling will be the countenance of the man who receives a box of cigars for a Christmas solace. George R. Wilcox manufactures the best brand in this section. His store contains excellent tobacco and a large assortment of pipes.
Should you enter C.B. Humphrey's jewelry store blindfolded and take the first thing your hand touches the friend whom you wish to remember would be perfectly delighted' he has such a variety of everything. His stock of watches, clocks, cut glass and jewelry, sterling silverware and fancy ornaments are the best seen in Susquehanna valley. Don't delay your holiday shopping until all desirable things are gone.
C.M. Priest is still in business with a store full of general merchandise. People make presents to themselves by trading with him every day in the year. By a few extra purchases you can make many poor people happy during this holiday season.
Warm your home with plenty of fuel. If your home is already supplied remember someone else's home, not so fortunate, by the present of a ton of coal from George Ives' place.
Mrs. Haddow shows good taste in the trimming of hats. perhaps an improvement may be made to your wife's hat, if so let Mrs. Haddow's millinery stock help her out.
It would be bad luck to have a toothache for Christmas. Don't take any chances. Go to Dr. Hammond and let him correct all defects in your teeth.
Bread, wheat or graham, biscuit, rolls, pies, cakes of all description fresh every day at Telford's bakery. Also oysters and clams. A fine addition for your Christmas dinner.
Fruit, candies and fine groceries at Hancock's. Rubbers, also boots and shoes. Stock up the pantry and maintain dry feet. Good Christmas advice.
Ladies buy yourself a Christmas present. Mrs. Helen Anderson is selling those beautiful pattern hats and millinery of all descriptions at a price which comes within means of everyone. Fix up! Appearances count.
Don't let man do all the eating on Christmas day. Remember the horses and stock. Give them increased rations. Plenty of feed can be obtained from Lovejoy & Darlin, George A. Ives, Pierpoint, and the Bainbridge Creamery Co. feed stores.
Benjamin Sherwood can rig up the old harness like a new one, can furnish fur coats, blankets, robes, etc., any of which would be acceptable--you know at what time.
An elegant gift for Christmas would be the Standard sewing machine for sale by Erwin Ramsdell & Son, agents.
C.F. Bentley will furnish your coffee for the Christmas and New Year's dinner. He carries the choicest brands. He can also furnish anything needed in the line of staple groceries, canned goods, etc.
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