Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1885-12-16

The scenes on the Strects-SuggestiOn
10 Purchasers.


the business streets on bright afternoon at
this season and the gay appearance of the store
window combine To make a most interesting
spectacle. full Of color and spirit. The business
of making holiday purchases now occupies the
minds and is taking considerable of the time
of a large portion Of the community. Old
shoppers say that the stores never presented
a handsomer display than now. Beautiful goods
and reasonable prices are the rule. Those in
tending To make purchases will find that THE
STARS advertising columns furnish valuable
guide. THE STAR continues to publish, from
time to time, notices of merchants who offer
special attractions in goods and prices for the
holiday trade.
Well-dressed people are always cheerful, and
NOAH J. WALKER 4 Co., at 625 Penna av-
enue, are ready now, as in former years, TO sup
ply any quantity OF well-fitting, weli-made gar
ments, and thereby contribute TO the Cheerful :
ness OF the world. They have fine Ov"rcOats for
men, nobby suits for you rs, boys and children,
and, in addition, a large line of underwear and
neckwear.
The favorite brew o. lager beer, which SchlitZ
makes at Milwaukee, is bottled by Mr.. SAMUEL
e. PALMER, at his establishment. 1924 29th
street, where he receives orders and fill them
to the satisfaction of his patrons, who have
grown in numbers from year TO year.
The boys who wear out their clothes may be
found in every family. Mr.. j. W. SELBY, 1914
1916 Pennsylvania avenue. may be regarded
as a benefactor to such families in offering such
Tor boys going to school. His prices are low.
The celluloid truss, which it is claimed never
breaks. never wears out and is always cleans
can be obtained from Mr.. CHARLES FISHER.
62:S tn street. Mrs. Fisher is i'll attendance to
serve the lady patrons
People watch the weather very closely to see
what it promises, but no one more closely than
+. ID. BARNUM IL Co. mt 931 Pennsylvania ave-
nue.. These gentlemen now announce that
their stylish oyercoatS are just what is needed
to meet the effects of the cold snap. In order TO
meet this demand they have a large and varied
stock, which is made mp that they cannot be
distinguished from the best custom-made gar
ments. They have all grades, ranging in price
from $40 To $50.
y full line of family groceries is offered cheap
for cash by POOLE. BROOKE Il Co. OH LOUISE
ana avenue. They offer New York buck wheat
at four cents per pound, cranberrie> ten cents
per quart and creamery butter a speciality.
Their honey comes i'll tcn-polnd crates ut thir-
fy-five cents per pound.
The brands of flour which WM. NJ. GAIT d Co.
offer TO the public comprise the best that are in
the market. At the head of all in the estima-
ton al this firm stands the Ceres which they
claim yields more bread to the barrel than any
other. III is made from wheat grown in Mime
sofa and Dakota. and the demand for il has ex-
tended to Europe. They furnish also Sterling $
St Louis fancy. Gilt Edge. Golden Hill and Re-
lance brands. which are sold by all SrOcerS.
The meat stands of Mr.. JOHN II. KELLY, in
both the Center and Northern Liberty markets
are well known TO citizens who do their own
marketing. MIR. Kelly is prepared now, as in
class quality of meats. His corn beef is II spe-
calty.
THE INDIA TEA COMPANY, AS 7th street,
has special program tor the holidays, which
butter, preserves, butter, candies teas, cOffees,
and a variety of other things at low figures
which are needed in every house.
\ pair of slippers always makes an acceptable
Christmas present, and WM. II. RICH, III Mar
ket space. has a great variety, comprising allie
gator, sealSkin, maroon goat, and fine en-
broidered slippers; He has has, also full line Of
shoes for gentlemen. His rubbers are in all
styles. the specially being the zephyr, which
is the lightest rubber made.
"MOre bread, whittier bread, and better bread
than any other -four" is what is claimed for the
brand Pillsburys Best, by the wholesale agents,
BARBOUR & HAMILTON. The happiness OF a
household depends to o large extent upon the
quality of bread that is used, and so every one
recognizes the Importance of good flour. Prac-
tical experience is what tests the question in
this, as in every other case of doubt, and MeSsrs
Barbour & Hamilton will afford every facility
for such experiments.
There is nothing essential to genuine home
comfort as an easy slipper, made of bright col.
ored leather worked on cloth OF velvet in
handsome designs of embroidery, in colors that
please the eye, brighten the spirits and help to
make one forget much of the gloom and UNI
pIeasantness Of the outer world. AS usual WM
HAHN l. Co.'S Reliable Shoe House, SIG 9TH
street and 1922 Pennsylvania avenue, are ill
front with a large variety Of slippers. Their
children must be closed out before January |,
and in order to accomplish this the firm an
wholesale prices. This house enjoys an envi-
able reputation for square and hOnOrab Bile deal.
ings. Besides these goods they have one of the
most extensive lines OF reliable boots and shoes
in the District, at the lowest prices. 4 visit to
| their establishments will be both pleasant and
profitable.
Those intending to erect houses and builders
will find il TO their advantage TO visit the yard
of WILIET 4 LIBBEY 9th street and New York
avenue, where n good stock of lumber and
mllcd work is on hand. The prices are low and
satisfaction as to quality is guaranteed.
Christmast without j. JAY GOULD. I21 9th
street northwest, would be almost rs dreary as
Christmas without Santa Claus. His we'll
filled store is a recognized depot for Christmas
supplies OF all kinds, fancy goods. decorations
for trees, Christmas cards, toys, novelties, and
wonders TOR children.
One of the finest displays of novelties for
ladies' wear ever made in this city is that now
To- be- seen at the store OF J. {. HUTCHINSON the
importer. 9O1 Pennsylvania avenue The stock
includes gold and silver nets. crepes, real laces
handkerchiefs and fchus the latest styles in
ruchings, bouquets de corsage, and many ele-
CANT articles for evening Wear. y yer, large
assortment of millinery, clOaks, umbrellas, and
fancy articles for the holiday trade is offered.
II one wants TO win the good opinion of a lad Y
| who keeps house, good present to select for
/ her is a ''Grand Rapids carpet sweeper for sale
| by ]. w. SCHAEFER 4 BRO, 1920 9TH street
northwest. This wonderful machine, which is
easily managed, WILL it is claimed. not only
perform the work of a broom, but will also
remove dirt i'm bedded in the carpet
4 heating stove that works satisfactorily will
bring AS much comfort and pleasure to q house.
hold as any article one can think Of Such q
stove can be selected from the large assortment
at w. s. jerks Co.'S, TT eth street north.
west.
The assortment of books, engravings, al.
buns, novelties and stationery articles at the
store of v. q. FISCHER, foreign bookseller and
statiOner. 529 18th street, COrcOran building,
| Is attracting much notice. The stock includes
besides elegant books from foreign presses q
large collection OF beautiful and unique articles
suitable for Christmas gifts.
An opportunity for purchasing elegant car
| pets, at remarkably low prices, is now offered
| ut w. Il. MOSES SONS, 18th and + streets,
The firm is selling its entire stock of BiyeloW
Body Brussels at S1.25 per yard.
Those who intend to buy watches, jewelry or
silverware will find fine assortment and low
prices at j. kARR's, 629 Pennsylvania avenue.
y. WHITE * Co., CPL Il street northwest,
wholesale and retail dealers in ysters fish and
game, are prepared TO furnish the delicacies vi
! the season IN their line in any quantities
supplies of fine wines and liquors tor the
holidays can be procured at CHR. XANDER's
No. 800 9Th street. The brands sold by Mr.
Aander are famous for their quality and the
/ prices asked are low.
The fire at Mr.. EISENMANN Il Bros 1926
Hennsyivdnia avenue, may prove a benefit &c
livge stock oi cloaks, dress goods and blankets
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