Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-12-09
CHRISTMAS Is COMING.
where To Buy Holiday Goods
Dfrsessry 10 the Best asd On,

just now everyone is beginning ,,.,s
day goods AZ rsasonshis ~ e can buy Holt
70 p1rcb.sa ,rssam,s -ices?" Many desire
mental, for friends Az either useful or Orns-
in tact, is prepare ID relatives, and everybo
son. Dickens hoiidsys than at any other sea-
on the uni III many OF his tales dwells lovingly
in "Ner- -reTsal observance Of Christmas time
Ia ct that il has a Hberaii2ing and christian-
-Jg influence on all classes of people; opening
aud expanding hearts which have remained
esosed to the Appeals OF charity during the year;
ard giving even the most wOrldly -minded new
and broader view OF life and its duties. Here in
AMERICA, while We may not indulge in many OF
the ancient ceremonies employed in the cele-
bT2tion of the day in England, we are in no whit
behind-f and in our general regard for and OBJ
seTvalce of the occasion, which Is still looked
upon, and honOred as our leading Holiday. Well,
every body Is casting about TO see where money
can he expended TO the best advantage, and, as
il is an undisputed fact that the most extensive
and reliable dealers in Holiday goods advertise
in TIE STAR, we propose 10 give from day 10
day, for the bene TT OF the public brief descrip-
ton of the wares Of sucn advertisers in order
that those who desire to purchase may know
just WI ere to buy at the lowest prices. A Il such
persons VIII do weu To consult this column
(which will be continued until after the Holiday
season. before making purchasss. New adyer-
easements VIII be noticed Es tb y appear.
Among the most beautiful anu accent able
holiday presents are articles OF iewelry To
those who want the genuine ar icle we can CON
scientiousiy commend the ole established firm
pennsylvania avenue, between 18th and 18th
streets. They have Just received a large assorr-
rent OF new and elegant goods, especially de-
signed or the holidays, and are prepared 10 sell
them a. cheap as they can be obtained in New
york and other large cities. Anything bought
here may be depended WpOn to be iust eXactIv
what II is represented. The stock OF this firm
comprises not only articles of iewelry, bur
sts.9ettes, vases, and other goods suitable Tor
HoiIuaH presents. 90 IN and inspect the assort-
mentj X viii cost you nothing.
Parents who intend to invest in toys for their
chlidren sbeUld look over the SIS 900 invoice of
goods IN that line Just received,) OF MIR. l. Or
fKNHElMER, No. Sl9 + street, between 9Th aud
10Th streets. Crowds OF people are already fire.
guentlng this stOre, and carrying of scores Of
fancy articles for keir children. Those who go
soon Will rave their pick of the large assortment
Housekeepers and others who wish to Law i'm
the concoEitants OF the Christmas dinner should
read The advertisement Of Mr.. JOHN W. LUKs.
DON " 60, No. DOS 9Th street. Besides the
ordinary line of groceries, they have ON hand
oranges, lemons, grapes, nuts, raisins, cranber-
res, dates. figs, Prunes, Sc. Those who 20 to
the center market daily should drop across the
way and inspect the goods of this firm
Mr.. H. SsNKEs, who went to Europe last
summer, ordered a magnificent assortment of
moncs, pearls, corals, watches of the latest
patterns, sterling and plated sllverware, besides
hne bronzes, French clocks. elegant fans opera
glasses, Russia leather goods, Paris and Vienna
Christmas presents. MIR. S. purchased these
goods hoping 10 be in his new store in Vernon
row before the holidays. As il is, he finds him
sell cramped for room at his present store, No
Si3 Pennsylvania avenue, and is prepared to
close out his goods at the cheapest rates.
one OF the very finest bazaars for worsted and
embroidered goods, and toys OF all descriptions
/, the store OF CHRISTIAN RUPERT, No. 4p3 9TH
street. Ii has always been a favOrite resort for
the ladies' and children, because there is scarcel;
an article in the way of TOYS, ornamental furni-
tuTe, fancy wOrsted garments, brackets towel
racks, &c, but what may be found in this store.
A scCre OF clerks are kept waiting on customers
Gay and evening, and no one goes away dissat-
lsned. Even II You dOn't want to buy the curl
Gus things on exhibition here, they are well
worth looking at.
For household furniture of any kind 90 70 w.
l.. WALL * Co., southwest corner of Pennsyl-
ysnia avenue and 9Th street. The firm have
paTlOr, chamber and dining room suits in great
variety, and at prices which must suit. Car
PetS, CliclothS, rugs, mating, &c, are included
IN their stock. Goods in the line mentioned
can't be purchased cheaper thsn at this estab.
Isl ment; Ii sou don't believe it go and see.
The ladies are informed that the emporium
Ior Aadame Democrats patterns is at No. 869
PeInsy ivaIia avenue, where designs NAV be
had az cheap prices. Every imaginable pattern
relating to ladies costumes may be obtained
Everyone has a preference in the matter of
sewing machines. Those who want Victor
machine, with self-setting needle, are informed
mat the Washington agency is at No. 400 Penn
sylvania avenue.
Stamping, pinking, fiuting, and all kinds OF
e embroidery are done by Mrs. q. II. MAURER
No Oh 9Th street, opposite the Patent Office
cheap and at short notice. The ladies should
Te member this and give Mrs. NJ. a call.
ChTistmaS presents, such as watches, gold
chains' bracelets. rings, fgrs, musical instru-
ments, and a great variety OF ornamental arri-
cies may be found at CARO's loan office ami
bazaaT, No. Jii Pennsylvania avenue. he
Troprietors are always glad TO show their goods
even TO crafty curiosity, and sell, il desired, on
time.
Confectionery is in the direct line of Christ
N as goods, and JOHN G.. RRIsIsGER No els
~ street, between and streets southwest
Is Just the man to Ell all orders for frnit and
p0und cakes, sugar toys aud tr innings for
Christmas trees, nuts, raiSins, figs, &C. AZ the
lowest prices. 60 and examine ais stock before
buying elsewhere.
- The good die young" says one of the poets
A large number of good people edge, ;" whether
young or old. LOWE, No. 81 Market space and
No. go Pennsylvania avenue, has an article
called "Colorifc"which il highly recommended |
for restoring the natural color of the hair.
bargains in ladies', gentiemen's and chill
dTens Undertaking may be had at the Wo-
MEMS ChRIsTIAN ASSOCIATION, Judiciary
square. Those who want anything In that line i
will be aiding a worthy charity by patronizing
the home in judiciary square, as the articles
are made by destitute and hOmelass uauan