-J. Gosgrave andliJo.-. eg'to tinjorni .tile, public that' there is an entire revolution in dress, also'in the prices of goods. It it necessary it should be so, as Aiickland is not in the flourishing position it was twelve .months ago; it is like all goldfield cities, suffering under a recover , the working classes are more numerous and money less plentiful. Therefore, the prices of drapery and clothing must come doxon to suit the times. The population must have clothing suitable for an almost tropical summer. J. Gosgrave and Go. Juivemet^the crisis, they have broken down the /monopoly of large profits that have reigned here for years'past^ They are determined iliepedph shall be clad and that cheaply'; a great chance was offered lately, the stock of a large importer of drapery was in the market, a discount off English cost was given, and J. Cosgrave. and Co. became the purchasers, hence our extensive and valuable sale of drapery takes place This Day. — [Advt.~] ; .
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Auckland Star, Volume I, Issue 255, 2 November 1870, Page 2
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162Page 2 Advertisements Column 2 Auckland Star, Volume I, Issue 255, 2 November 1870, Page 2
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