The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1871-07-12

A SPLENDID LIVERY STABLR.-0ur
friend Robert Luke, has recently taken
possession Of his large and fine livery and
sales stable on Market street, just north OF
the post.office. The building covers an
entire lot, 66 by 132 feet, and was built
expressly for the purpose to which it has
been devoted. 1t may well be supposed,
therefore, that it has all the latest improve
ments found in such establishments any.
where. The subject of ventilation, as
necessary in stables for horses as in the
residences OF men, has been carefully
studied and abundantly provided for in
the construction Of the building. A mum.
Der of large sky.lights have been intro
duced in the roof to permit the foul air
and gases to pass of, while openings near
the ground admit fresh air, constantly, To
take their place. Arrangements have been
made to accommodate forty horses, be-
sides ample provision for the safety and
shelter of hacks, buggies and car
riages The stalls are furnished with
all tue modern appliances in that
line. Windows have been introduc-
ed to afford light, so essential to the com.
fort and health Of horses as wellas human
beings. The interior does not present
that dark and gloomy appearance so often
found associated with livery stables. In
fact, but for the stalls and their occupants,
and the long rows of vehicles in view, one
would suppose on entering the establish.
ment that it had been built expressly to
give the greatest amount of light, pure
air and comfort to something higher up
In the animal kingdom than dumb brutes !
We need hardly mention the superiority
Of the stock kept by Mr.. Luke All who
patrOnize livery stables in this city, will
corroborate the statement that he is not
eXcelled in that particular by any of his
competitors. His horses are always in
fine condition, groomed and cared for by
the most careful attendants, and when
they appear upon the streets, are noted
Tor their beautiful appearance and high
mettle. Dir. L. gives his personal atten.
ton to the minutest details of his
business, and having had long experience,
he knows, thoroughly, when everything
Is In proper trim. And this accounts for
the success he has met since he com.
menced serving the public in this city.
From small, dilapldated stable on
Quincy street, he has worked his way up
until he now finds himself in one of the
largest establishments Of the kind, not
only here, but anywhere in the Western
country. lie has always made II point
TO furnish the very best at reasonable
pricesi consequently, his patronage has
been large and constantly increasing.
In connection with his livery business,
Mr.. L. Is quite an extensive dealer in ice,
and supplies families with the best harvest
ed in streams hereabouts, at rates as low
as Others who sell an equally good article.
On the first floor Of his front building he
has an excellent business room for rent,
and two or three chambers that would
furnish comfortable quarters for q small
family.
We advise any of our readers who take
an interest in horses and places provided
for their care, to call at Mr.. Lukes office
In the south corner Of his establishment.
They will find him polite and Courteous
ready at all times TO show them through |
and give all needful information.