The Canadian Dry Goods Review, 1891, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint)
Morrison, Chas.
ISBN 10: 1527855546 ISBN 13: 9781527855540
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
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Synopsis:
Explore the original voice of a 1891 dry goods trade journal and discover how merchants looked to information, markets, and industry news to guide their business.
This edition presents the tone and concerns of early Canadian and U.S. dry goods trading, from discussions of pilfering in transit to the role of trade journals as advertising tools. It offers a window into the ambitions of a new publication designed to inform buyers and sellers alike, and it includes notes on industry events, market conditions, and everyday commerce as viewed by its founders.
- Insights into early trade journalism goals and the practical value placed on timely, reliable information.
- Discussion of industry challenges, such as losses in transit and how merchants sought joint solutions.
- Highlights of editorial notes, industry gossip, and profiles of prominent wholesale firms.
- Tips on store presentation and seasonal decorating ideas aimed at boosting sales.
Ideal for readers of historical business periodicals, trade researchers, and collectors interested in the evolution of the dry goods industry.
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Title: The Canadian Dry Goods Review, 1891, Vol. 1 ...
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Date: 2018
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New