1897 Sears Roebuck Co Cataloge

by Skyhorse

• ISBN13: 9781602390638
• ISBN10: 1602390630
• Edition: 00
• Format: Trade Paper
• Copyright: 2007-09-17
• Publisher: FRWHEEL

Summary

Imagine it's the end of the nineteenth century, and, with one catalog, you can buy everything from beds and tools to clothing and opium. (Yes, opium.) Not to mention ear trumpets, horse buggies, and Bibles.The1897 Sears, Roebuck& Co.Catalogueis both a wonderfully fascinating collector's item and a valuable piece of American history. For every recognizable item included, there are plenty of others guaranteed to confuse or interest the eyebrows of 21st century readerslikeBust Cream or FoodandSweet Spirits of Nitre.What was once standard household fare is today a sometimes strange, often funny look at what life was once like for the average American family. It's amazing to see that aPrincely Shirt for Princely Mencost $0.95 or three for $2.75 or that aComplete Violin Outfit(with bow and case) cost only $2.00.

Author Biography

Sears, Roebuck & Co. was founded in 1886 in Chicago, Illinois. It published a general merchandise mail order catalog and consumer guide from 1888 until 1993. It is the author of the 1897 Sears Roebuck & Co. Catalogue and the 1908 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Catalogue.

Nick Lyons is a former English professor and book publisher, as well as the author and editor of many books on various topics. He lives in New York City.

Table of Contents

Ordering Instructions	p. 1
Groceries	p. 8
Drug Department	p. 26
Hardware Department	p. 52
Builder's and Hardware Material	p. 100
Refrigerators	p. 118
Bells	p. 120
Cutlery	p. 121
Stoves and Household Utensils	p. 133
Agricultural Implements	p. 162
Tailor Made Men's Clothing	p. 181
Boys' Clothing Department	p. 193
Boots, Shoes, and Rubbers	p. 204
Men's Clothing	p. 228
Hat and Cap Department	p. 250
Trunks	p. 268
Dry Goods Department	p. 272
Ladies' and Girls' Clothing	p. 285
Carpets, Curtains, and Linens	p. 302
Women's Accessories	p. 319
Books and Stationery	p. 348
Watches and Jewelry	p. 374
Silverware	p. 444
Clocks	p. 463
Optical Goods	p. 468
Surveyors' Instruments	p. 473
Thermometers and Electrical Goods	p. 475
Cameras and Equipment	p. 479
Musical Goods Department	p. 497
Sporting Goods	p. 524
Furniture	p. 582
Baby Carriages	p. 628
Sewing Machines	p. 633
Vehicle, Harness, and Saddlery Department	p. 642
What the People Say	p. 694
Index	p. 697
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