The age-herald., 1897-08-15
OUR BUSY PEOPLE.
Price Pointers and Trade Suggestions Picked Up Among the Establishments.

Op niiohS tlIC LotdUlloIilGHlSs
 The unique plan adopted by Messrs Abbott & Bro. for selling gold wal ches has attracted considerable attention and consequently proved very successful.
 In their gorgeously decoraiaed window s placed a handsome gold watch, to which is atta chsd a card stating Lhat the price of the watch will be reduced each day until sold It will be readily seen that by this plan the purchaser is enabled 70 buy the watch at the lowes, market D ice. A large number of these handsome watches have been sold by the firm under this plan, and each purchaser d-lighted with his bargain
 In these days of depre ssion it is the en- terprlsing ffms who keep Gheir coffers from rusting, and Abbott & Bro. have convinced critical public that their methods of doing busin:ss are both straightforward and successful.
 For fine finish and trustworthy work the Empire laundry cannot be bea.. One of the best, testimonials was heard the other day from man who has patronized I5 for years "I have never" he said. during all the time have sent my work to your laundry had single fault to find It is -he laundry of Birmingham par ex- eellenee."
 In one of the windows of the Brown Crockery company, at 1918 Second avenue, is one of the most beautiful and artistic lamps ever seen in Birmingham. The base of the lamp repr senis the figure of 'The Dying Gladiator" and is plated with gold. In the extended hand of Inc figure is held the fount which is appro- priately findshed off by a beautiful yell low globe, chased with golden dragons and mythical figures. This is the center piece of a score or two of others just as handsome.
 Frank F. Ellis & Co have just received a large shipment of vehicles. Jobbe1s and dealers in town can find a full assort- ment of wagons carts, buggies and car riages. The enterprlsing firm will cheer fully give prompt attention to out of town correspondence.
 They also handle harness and contrac- tors supplies for road grading, such as barrows, dump carts and can furnish close figures on all lines of vehicles to their customers.
 Everybody in Birmingham knows Win tons. It is the soda fountain and con- fectionery establishment formerly con- ducted by the late MT. Winton. It is on Twentieth street, near First avenue, In the First National bank building.
 Mir I. s. Parrish now owns the place and he, with his corps of accommodating assistants, have made it a popular and leading resort for delicious fountain dines They serve all i.he Gyrupa and carry a choice line of confections, cigars and Nunnelly's candies.
 If you want a pleasant rest this after noon go to Avonda1e Park. It is pretty place. cool shady and with just enough of undisturbed nature in the shape of the grand old mountain and silent beech trees to make it especially xiviting to care-worn man or happy pleasure seek CTS. There is a bold spring of cold wa Ter in iahe park enclosure with pagoda and convenient seats. The ride Is not at all tiresome, but on the contrary Is just far enough out ito be pleasant by the red cars on the Avondale line, and the cars run every few minutes.
 If you have not been to Avondale lately go there this afternoon for the racreation, and entertain yourself too, by ses ing what Improvement and changes there ars since you were last out that way. Try 1t. The outing will be pleasant.
 If you want neat cheap lunch take it at the Little Home Restaurant You will find all the dishes of the season and prompt attention.
 Hood Yielding & Go. have a growing city trade Their stores on Twenttsth street carry a full stock of dry goods and groceries M w. Yielding leaves today for New York, where he goes to make fall purchases. Thsir customers will do we'll to wait until he returns before buy ing elsewhere. 7 If you want a good, cool ride today on fast electric cars go to East Lake.
 uf business or pleasure calls you to Bessemer go by way of the Birmingham Railway and Electric company's road It is the best service.
 Louis Gelders, the popular caterer. has thoroughly ow;rha uled his restaurant. No. no North Twentieth street. the in- aei,.or and exterior now presen ing neat ness and tidiness pleasing to look upon. MT. Gelders Is always up-to-dafte ard progressive.