Morris tribune., 1891-06-24

stove and "Perfection" refrigerator
and Charles also engaged the firm t.
put down tubular well on his farm
they having every appliance for tina
purpose.
''And now to see about furniture,
remarked Uncle Josh, whereupol
Polly declared that she had heard sc
much about j. d. Goods big furni,
ture and hardware establishment that
she desired to go there. The result
was that they were usherod into such
bewildering display, that the girl
was puzzled at first how to select
But she soon yielded to the seductive
ness of magnificent parlor suit, and
a bedroom set in oak Q6th century
in finish) that would have done credit
to old Antiquity herself. To these she
added dining room set with all ac-
cessories, a complete kitchen outfit,
and didn't forget most convenient
and ornamental writing desk for
hubby" Uncle Josh, by the way,
marveled much that the prices Of such
goods were so remarkably low,
Lets see, promised you gold
watch, didn't l." queried Uncle Josh
OF Polly. "The place of all places in
town is E. B. Woodward's, so we'll go
there" Entering the jewellery store
the old man gallantly acquitted him
self of his promise, and then directed
Polly's attention to the superior stock
of silverware carried by the house.
"There is no other such stock in Nor
ris," said he, land ! will guarantee
the quality to be of the best. Pick
out your family clock while here" he
added, Ibis house carries a magniti-
cent line. Don't forget another fact"
he continued, eff you unfortunately
need optical goods, this is the place
to come; they have everything required
to improve effected eyes"
u must not forget" said the old man
to Charles, "to introduce you to Sy-
version & Thorstad. They are the
parties to do the tin work on your new
house. It's most important matter
that both work and material should be
of the best, and from personal knowl-
edge l can recommend Syverson &
Thorstad. They are especially skilled
in roof-work, cornicing, guttering,
spout work, ETC., and as they use the
very best of material only you can de-
pend on having job at once salts
factory and economical"
Nov my DEAR" said the old man
to Polly, I'm ready to honor any
draft you may make for dry goods.
The best, cheapest, and most popular
place in town is j. E. Danielson's
general store, and we'll drop in here
In extent, quality and completeness
this stock is superb; they are always |
to the front with the latest fashions,
superior goods and lowest prices, and
you will receive the politest of atten-
ton from an exceptionally excellent
corps of clerks. One of the secrets of !
the great success of this house is that |
it is constantly in the market for the
freshest styles and novelties. and has
a very genius fer buying at remark
able low figures. Add to this an in
violable policy Of sharing it's bargains
with its customers, and you have the
reason for it's popularity"
Pollywas soon engagedin shopping,
whereupon Uncle Josh camly and de
iberately winkad at Charles: That
astute young gentleman followed him
to the sidewalk. Il want fresh |
glass Of beer" said the old man,
"and ] know you won't object to one,
SO we'll just drop in and sec my
friends Forbes & McCanney. They |
conduct most respectable place, and, |
by the way, are just the men to sup
ply your callers. I'll guarantee the
quality Of their liquors they handle
such brands as "Gulkenheimer" and
Golden" rye, and the finest Of native |
and imported wines and CIGARS
When they rejoined Polly she de-
clared that she must have hats and |
bonnets to match her costumes. Uncle |
Josh took the hint and introduced her |
to Miss Mary Thompson. By the ex-
ercise of exquisite taste in selecting
stock, and liberal dealing, this estab
ishment is rapidly becoming a leader.
Polly was soon reveling in realms of
bliss over the stylish bonnets and
hats, and wonderfully beautiful no
tons in millinery, and if ever a fem
mime soul was delighted and satisfied
in the possession of bewitching array
of hats and bonnets for all purposes
hers was straightway.
In the meantime Charley had sug-
gested a ''smoke," and they were ex-
cused. The fact was pretty well
known that Uncle Josh was escorting
wedding party, so that few signii-
cant winks drew a number Of gentle
men to G. 4. Smiths elegant cigar
and confectionery establishment.
"Your best cigars" said Charles to
this popular caterer to nicotine's de-
votes and the delightful ammonia of
such choice cigars as ''Venice" and
"Vindex" was soon ascending like
pleasing incense. The quality of