The Fremont weekly journal. [volume] (Fremont, Sandusky County, Ohio) 1867-1877, 1874-01-23

4 acn Stranger VINO may 10 Toledo 20,
A nd locks for bargains or a splendid show,
y EATONs spacious store should first repair
o Summit Street-G perfect palace rare
n OF equalrd in the city, for its ware.
q; this is what is promised all who do:
c heap goods-fair dealing-and sumptuous treat
q My obtain'd where EATOEs Rame doth greet.
In June last, one of the establishments oi
Fred. Eaton & Co., was destroyed by fire, as
no doubt many of our readers will remember
But now, Phoenix like, has already arisen a
still handsomer block, on the same sight-fve
stories high-which for architecture may
fairly be elaSsed with the leading adornments
among public buildings in the city-extending
FROM l65 TO III SUMMIT STREET.
The popular and enterpising principal of the
firm may unquestiOnably be congratulated on
presiding over the leading house, Of its kind
in the west. Tbs exterior of the building
presents remarkably handsome and attrac.
tive appearance, the main entrance is guarded
by two large bronzed lions, and the fine plate
glass windows, l6x 20 feet in size, afford al
elaborate display of goods seldom equalled
THE INTERIOR
is, in word, replete. Fitted in the latest and
most approved style, it affords every comfort
and convenience, while ample provision Of
most courteous lady and gentleman assistants
insure customers prompt attention. In front
of the entrance is the glove counter, arrayed
with samples in every texture, shade and
color. On other counters are delicate lace
fabrics, and yet others are devoted to hosiery,
underwear, thread and dress goods. We
then come to the cashiers desk, beyond which
is the handsomely fitted office of the proprie-
tor. Proceeding in the direction of the center
of the store the visitor is brought in view Of
the mourning department, containing goods
designed for any degree of grief.
THE SECOND FLOOR.
goods, carpets, ETC., as well as fur, lap robes,
and other articles. The Teady-made suits are
tastily and elegantly constructed, and the
shawls, of which there is an endless variety,
range from s2 into hundreds. Next proceed
ing to the mammoth carpet room, extending
over 10 and III, is found roll upon rolls of
every pattern and texture, in fact, such
mighty host as to almost battle any ones taste.
THK OTHER FLOORS, ETC.
The basement and floors above the second +,
are, as yet, not completely systematized, but
are designed exclusively for the wholesale
trade. This firm is also still doing business al
II and 70 Summit street, and the area covered
by their united stores is computed at over an
acre. Indeed, when the 25O gas burners are
lit, rejecting their rays upon the gaity Of the
various colored materials displayed, together
with the animation lent by the host OF Gus
toners, contributes to q scene OF exceptional
attraction and interest.
We have pleasure and unlimited confidence
in recommending this magnificent establish.
ment, at which, none visiting Tolsao should
fail to call, as beyond doubt they will find
ample pleasure and profit to render more
than agreeable the remem brauce of their first
dealings with Eaton q Co., of Summit street
To the LadIes.-Mrs Harvey Arlin would
respectfully inform the Ladies Of Fremont
and vicinity, that she is prepared to do all
kinds of hair-working In the best style and
workman like manner, Switches, Curls, Friz-
cites, Braids and Puffs. Kid Gloves cleaned to
order at 2jc pair; Switches cOIored on short
notice. All work made satisfactory. Call and
see her work and satisfy yourself as to its
quality Rooms third house north of Pease'
Carriage Factory, East Side, Fremont Ohio