SSI T.C. Dear Sir
We take the liberty of sending an Illustrated Price List, showing
the value of goods in certain departments.
For forty years we have maintained the reputation of supplying the
best articles at rates below the general market, and we should be glad
to have you acquainted with our prices for the present season.
While this places you under no obligation to purchase of us, it
will enable you to judge whether it will repay you to give a trial order
for whatever is next required in the line of Children's, Boys", or Gentle-
men's Clothing, or the miscellaneous goods of which we keep so large
and varied an assortment.
Yours very truly.
G. W. SIMMONS & CO. BOSTON.
Monsieur :
Nous prenons la liberte de vous envoyer notre Prospectus qui
enumere le prix de quelques-unes de nos marchandises.
Depuis quarante ans nous jouissons de la reputation de fournir les
meilleures fabriques a des prix de beaucoup au-dessous des prix ordinaires.
et nous desirous vous faire connaitre ceux de la saison actuelle.
Quoique ceci ne vous engage en rien a acheter chez nous, cela vous
mettra a meme de juger si vous trouverez ou non votre compte a faire
des achats a Pessai, de quoique ce soit en fait de vetements pour enfants
jeunes gens, et hommes, ou de marchandises en ge'ne'ral dont nous avons
toujours un assortiment tres-grand et tres-varie.
Nous avons I'honneur de vous offrir nos salutations respectueuses,
G. W. SIMMONS & CO. BOSTON. THE HE^rnr FRAKCIS du poj^ JVIXTERTHUR MUSEUM LIBRARIES
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A. Black Ties 82 Chamois Shirts and Drawers.. .72 Aigrette Plumes 90 Boys' Hats and Caps 66 Chamois Gloves 76 32 Aigulettes, 9(5 Boys' Clothing 32 Children's Department Alpaca Coats 18-42 Boys' Overcoats 34 Chapeaux, 86-88 Alpaca Umbrellas 66 Boys' Reefers 34 Checked Gingham Frocks 72 American Brushes 80 Boys' Norfolk Blouses 38 Chinchilla Jackets 72 American Half Hose 82 Boys' Boots and Shoes 56 Children's Hats 64
. .56 American House Jackets 12 Boys' Drill Jackets 36 Children's Boots and Shoes . American Rubber Coats 16-42 Boys' Rubber Coats 42 Children's Suits 40-42 Goods 20-46 American Havelocks & Almas. 64 Boys' Overalls and Jumpers . ..42 Clergymen's 94 Anchor Button ..96 Boating Goods,. . .84-76-78-80-82 Cords, Hat and Cap A. O. H. Uniforms 86-92 Boot and Shoe Dep't 54 Corduroy Suits 12-46-48 Aprons 74 Boots, Napoleon Riding 54-58 Cotton Pajahmas 70-80 Arctics, Alaska 60 Boots, Hunting 54-58 Coachmen's Goods 16-86 Arctics, Buckles, 60 Boots, Rubber 60 Combs 80-82 Arctic Stockings 60 Boots, Cable Creedmoor 54 Cooks' Aprons 74 Argosy Braces 74 Bosom Shirts 70 Cologhe 82 Army Blan kets, 68 Breakfast Jackets 14-46 Collars and Cuffs 74-84 Army Boot, 54 Bridles 96 Colonels' Shoulder Straps 92 Array Blouses, 22-86 Br'n Kersey Coats, Creedmoor. 16 Conductors' Badges 90 Army Overcoats 86 Brown Duck Coats 18 Cock Plumes 90 Army Pantaloons 86 Brown Linen Busters 20 Conductors' Uniform 26-86 Army Kersey Cloth 88 Broadcloth Suitings 44 Cotton Jerseys 84 Artillery Jackets ..86 Bedford Cord Trousers 50 Clothes Brushes 80-82 Artillery Sabres, 90 Braces 74-80 Cotton Half Hose 82 Assabet Flannel Suits, 8 Brushes 80 Cotton Stockings, Long 7S Athletic Goods, ..66-76-78-80-84 Brakemen's Uniform 86 Cotton Night Shirts 70-80
Broadcloth Military Uniform . .88 Cloth Gloves 76 Balmoral Boots 54 Breech Muskets with Bayonets 90 Cotton Gloves 76-92 Badges 88-90 Breastplates 96 Cotton Handkerchiefs 74 Band Uniform 86 Buggy Umbrellas 66 Clouded Underwear 70-72 Band Lamp 88 Bugles 88 Cotton Jean D rawers 72 Banners 90 Buckskin Shirts and Dr'ws. .70-72 Contocook Underwear 70-72 Bath Wraps 14 Buffalo Robes and Coats 68 Cotton Cheviot Pajahmas.. .70-80 Batons 04 Bunting, Red, White and Blue. 90 Cotton Hammocks 68 Bartenders' Jacket 14 Buttons 96 Coachmen's Hats 64 Base Ball Goods 58-66-86-92 Butchers' Frocks 72 Clogs 60 Base Ball Shoes 58 Buckskin Breeches 50 Cork Bottom Shoes 60 Bathing Shoes CO Buck Gloves 76 Cottonade Pants 40 Bathing Suits 84 Bunting Flags 90 Coachmen's Rubber Coats 16 Bar Aprons 74 Buffalo Helmets 90 Cooks' Jackets 12 Baldrics 94-96 Buck Gauntlets, Gloves 92 Cravats 82 Balls, Lawn Tennis 78 C Cuff Buttons, 72 Balls, Rugby 78 Caps, all descript'ns. .64-66-78-88 Custom Dep't 44-46-48-50-52 Bayonets, Scabbards, 94 Cardigans 72 T> Bearskin Hats 88 Carriage Blankets and Robes.. 68 Dark Mixed Ulsters 26 Bell-boyi' Suits 18-52-86 Canvas Jackets 78-84 Dark Mixed Reefers 28 Belts 92 Campaign Uniform 86 Dent's Gloves 76 Bicycle Caps and Helmets GG Cavalry Jackets 86 Dogskin Jackets 12 I3icycle Suits 8-78 Cambric Handkerchiefs 74 Doeskin Suitings 44 Bicycle Shirts 7G-T8-i-;4 Canton Flannel Underwear. 70-72 Dress Shirts 70 Bicycle Shoes and Leggins 00 Cambric Shirts 70 Dressing Gowns 14-46 Bicycle Stockings ii Cambric Umbrellas 66 Dress Suits 6-36-38-14- 50-52 Blankets Gs Caps, Men's 64 Drill Jackets 38 Blouses 22 Canvas Slioes 60 Dress Ties 82 Blue Beaver Top Coats 16 Calf Boots and Shoes 56 Drum Corps Uniform 86 Black Alpaca Dusters 20 Cassocks 46 Duck Leggins 94 Blue Beaver Conductors'Coats.26 Capes 28 Duck Suits 10-48 Blue & Brown Beaver Reefers .28 Cartridge Boxes 94 Blue & Brown Officers'Capes ..28 Captains' Shoulder Straps 92 Eastern Yacht Shirts 76 Blue Flannel Shirts 76-80 Cavalry Sabres 90 Elysian Capes 28 Epaulets 96 Ladies' Bathing Suits 84 R Extra Size Suits 6-8 Ladies' Gossamer Circulars 84 Railway Mail Service Uniform. 86 Extra Size Flannel Suits 8 Lawn Tennis Suits 10-48 Racquets 78 Extra Size Overcoats 22 Lawn Tennis Sets 78 Razor Strops 80 Ext. Size Shirts & Drawers. 70-72 Leather Coats and Vests 12 Revere House Coats 12 Extra Knee Pants, Children,. ..42 Letters, Gold and Silver 88 Regalia 86 Leggins 60-94 Reefers, 28-32-34 Fancy Shirts 70-80 Linen Carnage Dusters 68 Ready-Made Clothing.. 4r-6-8-10 Fancy Cassimere Suits. .4-6-8-12 Linen Hammocks 68 Riding Pants 8-12-46 Fancy Duck Vests 20 Linen Clothing 20-42 Running & Rowing Shirts. .78-84 Foot-ball 78 Liveries 18-48 Rubber Clothing 16-42-84
Flags 90 Livery Overcoats 50 Rubber Boots and Shoes. . .58-60 Flannel Shooting Suits 46 Long Stockings 78-82-84
Flannel Skating Rink Suits. . . .48 Lunch Boxes 82 Sacks 4 Flannel Suits 8-10-36-3S-44 m: Sashes 70-94 Flannel Shirts 76-78-80 Market Frocks 72 Sailor Suits 20-40 Fly Covers 68 Masonic Goods 86-92 School Suits 50
Frock Suits, Cutaway . .4-6-36-44 Manilla Hammocks 68 Shawls 82 Fr. Flannel & Chev. Pajahmas.70 M Braces 74 Shawl Straps 82 G McGee Ulsters 26 Shirts 70-76-78-80 Gaiters 60 Men's Clothing 4 Shaw Knit Stockings 82 Gauntlets •!.92 Military Department 86 Shooting Suits 48-86 Gossamer Coats 84 Military Capes, 86 Skull Caps 78 Gloves 76-82-92 Military Collars 84 Sleighing Capes 28 Granites & German Suit'gs .44-46 Misfits 28 Slippers 58
Guns 90 Monograms, Gold or Silver. . . .83 Soap 82
Gymnasium Goods. . .58-76-78-84 Moccasins 58 Society Badges 90 H Money Belts 82 Society Caps 88 Handkerchiefs 74-80 Moleskin Shooting Suits 48 Sporting Goods 66-84 Hats and Caps 64-66-86-88 Mohair Clothing 18-20 Stocking Supporters 82 Half Hose 82 Mufflers 80 Surcingles 68 Hair Brushes 80-82 Muskets 90 Swords 90 Halters 68 3V T Hammocks 68 Navy Caps 88 Telegraph Suits 86 Hand Bags and Valises 68 Navy Chapeaux 88 Thin Clothing 18-20-42-52 Heavy Rubber Coats 16-42 Neckwear 82 Tooth Brushes 80-82 Hickory Shirts 80 Night Shirts 70-80 Towels 84 Horse Equipment 96 Nickel-Plated Helmets 86 Trunks 68 Horse Blankets 68 Nickel-Plated Lamps 88 Travelers' Supplies 80-82 10-12 Hunting Suits Nickel-Plated Shell Drums. . . .96 XT I Norfolk Blouses 8-12-38-46 Ulsters 26-32 Infantry Coats 86 O Umbrellas 66 Infantry Coat Buttons 96 Odd Fellows' Jvegilia, 86-92 Underwear 70-72 Inverness Coats, 22 Officers' Capes 28 Uniforms 86-88 I. O. O. F. Uniform 86-92 Oil Clothing 14 Ushers' Suits 52 Indoor Servants' Dress Suits ..52 Oil Cloth Blankets 68 V hidia Seersucker Goods . 18-20-52 Oil Silk Caps 84 Valises 68 Irish Ulsters 26 Opera Hats 64 Vests 20 J Ornaments, Hat and Cap 88 Vendome Suits 18 Jerseys 76-78-80 Overalls IC ^V Jewelry 72 Overcoats, 20-22-24-32-44 Whipcord Suits 4-6
Jockey Suits 48-66 Overshoes 60 White Vests and Pantaloons. . .20 Jumpers 10-42 Overcoats, Conductors' 26 Wristers 74 li Owl Caps 66 White Flannel Suits 10-48 Kid Gloves and Mitts 76 Wreaths 88 Kilts 42 Pajahmas 70 Worsted Goods 76-78-84 Knapsacks, 94 Page's Suits 40-50 Woolen Butcher Frocks 72 Knit Goods 76-78 Pantaloons 6-8-20 Whips 68 Knives 82 Paper Collars and Cuffs 74 White Buckskin Breeches 50 Knickerbockers 8-10-48-06 Pate nt Pocket Spurs 94 Windsor Cord Trousers 50 Knight Templars' Unifor m 86 Plumes 90 Wooden Shoes 5 1-56
Knights of Pythias Uniform . . .86 Pongee Silk Clothing 18-20 Y Polo Suits 48-78 Yachting Outfits 8-76-84-«6 Lace »4-96 Pompons 90 Youths' Clothing 32-36 Ladies' Ridmg Habits 46 Police Clothing 10-86 Yacht Buttons 96 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS.
These soldiers stand guard in a storm. The wind blows, the rain pours. Army Overcoats are sold by G. W. Sim- mons & Co., Boston.
"Hold the fort!" The boys are having a snow- ball fight, and it is great fun. See index for Boys' Clothing.
The boat is on the river. These men are going to row. They wear boating costumes. For "Boating Costumes " see index. MSN'S DEPARTMENT.
OXJI^ STOCKI- We have constantly on hand one of the largest lines of fine and medium Ready-Made Suits in the country, comprising the Latest Styles and Productions of English, German, and Do- mestic manufacture.
Our Coats are acknowledged to be the best fitting in the city. They are cut Single- breasted and Double-breasted Sacks, three outside pockets and one inside. Single- breasted English Walking or Half-Cutaway Frocks, two pockets in folds and one in-
side. Short and medium roll, with or without binding.
Our Trowsers are cut in the latest style, with legs neither too large nor too small, French fly, large curtains. The seat-seams are taped and double stitched, giving additional strength. Side or corner pockets, also watch and right-hip pocket.
Our Vests are cut Single-breasted, mostly without collars, three outside and one inside pockets.
Our TrmitnitlffS are the best ; fine Sateens, Serges and Italians only are used. The vest backs are the same as the coat linings.
Our Woi'lc. —Special attention is given to this branch of our business, and none but experienced help are employed.
SUITS,
S. B. Sack Suit, Blue and White Checked Cassimere ^10.00
" Cutaway Frock Suit, short roll, Grey Mixture 15.00 " Sack Suits, Fancy Cassimere 9.75 " " " " " 12.00 " " " " " red and blue mixture 14.00
" " " " " " '' black " 14.00 black and white " ... 14.00 " Frock " English Walking Coat, black and white mixture 10.50 " Sack " green, brown, red and white mixture 16.00 Very stylish Whip Cord Suit, a mixture of black and brown white, these suits are cut with coat S. B. Sack 16.00 Do. with S. B. Frock 16.50
S. B. Sack Suit, Brown Whip Cord 16.00 " Oxford Mixed Whip Cord $16.00 16.50 " " " a mixture of black, green and gold 18.00
" *' " green, black and white mixture 20.00 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS.
On deck. The officer commands the sailor. The yacht sails swiftly. The wind is fair. See index
• under "Yachting."
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Foot Ball is a fine game.
The Rugby bail is oval. That was a good kick. The boys buy their uni- forms of G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston.
This is a game of mar-
bles. Spring is the time to play. See how eager these boys are. Spring suits are bought of G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston. b MEN S DEPARTMENT.
S JJITS.— Conti7itied.
S. B. Sack Suit, Fancy Cassimere, black ground-work, a ver}^ fine
white, green and red silk thread running through it $18.00 " Cutaway Frock Suits, Black Whip Cord 22 50 Suits cut with S. B. Sacks or English Walking Coats, Fancy Cas- simere, ground-work black, surface ribbed with a faie green
and gold-colored silk thread running through it 15.00 S. B. Sack Suit, Fancy Scotch Mixture 17.00 " " " " Cassimere, black and brown plaid 13.00 " black and red mixture 14.00
Black Diagonal Suits, bound Sacks, $17.00. . . . Frocks, 17.50 " " " " " 21.00 " 21.50 " Basket " " " 20.00 " 20.50 " WhipCord" " " 17.00.... " 17.50
Sizes—Coat and Vest, 35 to 42 breast measure.
P'ants, 30 to 41 waist measure ; any length of pants desired, from 29 to 36.
EXTRA SIZE SUITS.
S. B. Sack Suit, Grey Mixture, $17.00 " " " Fancy Cassimere, green, black and brown mixture, Kriiger Bros. Austrian Suitings 18.00 " " Black and White Mixture 11.00 " " " Fancy Cassimere, black, brown, and green mixture 17.00 Red Mixture 11.00
Sizes—Coat and Vest, 43 to 50 breast measure. Pants, 42 to 52 waist measure; any length of leg desired, from 29 to 37.
EVENING DUESS SUITS.
These suits are made from very fine Black Broadcloth for coat and vest. The pants are made from Black Doeskin. Prices as
follows :
Coat, swallow-tail $12.00 Pants $5.00 to 6.50 Vest, cut low, three buttons 3.00 $21.50
We have a line of Dress Suits that we let for an evening. Price per suit 3.50 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS.
yi€£.^^^ These young people are friends. The young man
is going away, and is say- ing good by. We hope he will come back again.
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The kite will fly very high if there is a good wind. Every boy who buys his clothes of G. W. Simmons & Go. can have a top, or kite, or book.
How still this horse stands for the gentleman to mount. G.W.Simmons & Co. supply riding cos- tumes. See index, Rid- ing Suits, Boots and Leggins. 8 MEN S DEPARTMENT. BLUE FLANNEL SUITS.
No. 1. An all-wool Indigo Blue Serge Suit $ 8,00 2. Brown Serge, color warranted, English 10.00
3. Blue " indigo color 10.00
4. Blue Flannel, all wool, indigo 12.00
5. " " Asabet and Washington Mills 14.00
G. Yacht Cloth Suits, light indigo blue 17.00
Nos. 4, 5, 6, are cut S. B. and D. B. Sacks and E. W. Coats. The D. B. Sacks and E. W. Coats cost fifty cents more than the S. B. Sacks. Sizes—Coat and Vest, 35 to 42 breast measure.
Pants, 30 to 41 waist measure ; any length of leg desired, from 29 to 37.
EXTRA SIZE FLANNEL SUITS.
No. 1. Blue Serge, all-wool, indigo blue $ 9.0C
" 2. Blue Flannel, all-wool 13.50 " 3. " " " Asabet or Washington Mills 15.00
" 4. Blue Yacht Cloth, light blue, color warranted 19.00
These suits are cut S. B. Sacks. Sizes—Coat and Vest, 43 to 50 breast measure.
Pants, 42 to 52 waist measure; any length of pants, from 29 to 37.
BICYCLE SUITS.
Suit consists of Coat and Knee Pants.
No. 1. Grey Homespun Cloth,—Coat $7.0C " " " Pants 4.00
" 2. Light weight and light-colored Corduroy Suits,—Coat .... 5.00 « " " " " " Pants 3.00
" 3. Brown Corduroy,—Coat 7.00 " " Pants 4.00 " 4 Fancy Cassimere, black and white mixture, —Norfolk Blouse, 10.00
" <' " " " Pants 4.00
" 5. Blue Serge, all-wool, color warranted,—Coat 5.00 " " " " " Pants 3.00
Sizes— Coat, 30 to 38 breast measure. Pants, 27 to 36 waist measure. G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS.
These hoys are playing top. The top was given to them by G. W. Sim- mons & Co., when they bought their suits.
The ice is smooth. The skates are new. These little friends are skating on a pond. Their coats are warm. See index for Boys' Clothing.
See the pretty sleigh drawn by two horses.
The servant is in livery. The driver is warmly clad. Hear the merry bells. See index for Livery. 10 men's department. LAWJ^ TENJ^IS SUITS.
These suits are made from a very fine white, all-wool, Flannel, and Ottoman Cassimere.
No. 1. Coat $6.00 $0.50 Pants 4.00 Vest 2.50 3.00 Knee Breeches 4.00 White Norfolk Blouses, all sizes 7.00
No. 2. Coat. . . $5.00 Pants 3.00 Vest 2.00 $10.00 Knee Breeches 3.00
Sizes—Coat and Vest, 35 to 42 breast measure.
Pants, 30 to 40 waist measure ; any length of leg.
HUNTING SUITS,
No 1. Brown Waterproof Duck Suits. Coat $5.00 Pants 3.00 Vest 2.00 $10.00 Vest, with loops for cartridges 2.50
No. 2. Light weight. Brown Duck S, B. Sacks. Coat $2.00 Pants 1.75 Vest 1-25 $5.00 Sizes—Coat and Vest, 35 to 50 breast measure.
Pants, 30 to 50 waist measure ; all lengths. (See also. Leather Goods and Corduroy Suits.)
POLICE CLOTHING.
Regul'n S. B. Blouses, Indigo Blue Police Cloth, half-lined. $8.00 Pants, with billy pocket, " " " " ....$5.50, 6.50 Vest, buttons high in the neck, no collar 3.50 $18.00 Sizes—Coat and Vest, 35 to 50 breast measure.
Pants, 32 to 50 waist measure ; any length of leg, from 29 to 37. G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 11
The father walks with
his son. The day is cold, but their ulsters keep them warm. They wear fur caps. See index for Ulsters and Fur Caps.
Three poor little boys on the street. They need new suits. Papa has promised to buy some. They wait for him. See index for Boys' Clothing.
A sleigh ride in the country. How fast the horse trots. How swiftly the sleigh glides. How happy these young people are. See Sleighing Capes in index. 12 men's department. NORFOLK BLOUSES. Blue Twilled Cassimere, color warranted $6.00 Flannel, Middlesex Mills, " " 7.50 Extra Heavy, Dark Scotch Cassimere 8.00 Homespun Cloth 9.00 English Brown and Black Cassimere 10.00 White and Brown Checked " 10.00 The "Tourist's" Light Drab, Checked Cassimere 10.00 Sizes —35 to 42 breast measure. These coats are cut with two plaits in the front and one in the centre of the back, it also has a belt, which makes it a close and neat fitting garment. connunoY suNTiyG suits. Coat, S. B. Sack $12.00 Pants 5.00 Vest 3.00 $20.00 Sizes—Coat and Vest, 35 to 42 breast measure.
Pants 30 to 40 waist measure ; any length of leg.
Corduroy Riding Pants, all sizes $5.00 LEATHER GOODS. These garments are made from very fine skins, which have undergone a certain process in tanning, rendering them water and wind proof.
D. B. Sack, black $8.00 " tan color 12.00
S. B. Vest, black 4.00 " tan color 6.00 These garments are cut double breasted, button high in the neck, with a small standing collar, stitched with white silk, and are lined with red flannel. WAITERS' COATS. These garments are made from Black Alpaca, colors warranted. Revere House Coats.—These are S. B. Frocks, lined $2.50 St. James Coats.—These are S. B, Sacks, lined 2.00 Waiters' Jackets. —These are cut short, straight front, lined 2.00 " " " " " " " unlined . . 1.50 American House Jackets.—These are made from a Black Diagonal Worsted goods, lined, straight front 3.00 White Jean Waiters' Jackets 1.00 Cooks' Jackets.—These are made from fine White Duck, and are Cut D. B. Sacks 1.50 Sizes—35 to 44 breast measure. G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 13
The gunner fires at the bird. The, decoys are in
the water. The dog is watching the game. See "Hunting Suits" in index.
A morning ride. The horse arches his neck. He has a graceful rider. The dog runs on before. Leg- gins and Riding Suits are sold by G. W. Simmons & Co.
The footman opens the door. The lady steps into
the carriage. She is go- ing to take a drive. See Livery in index. —
14 men's department. BAR COATS.
These are made from very fine White Duck, and are cut both S. B. and D. B. Sacks $1.50
Sizes '6b to 50 breast measure. DUBSSING GOWNS.
No. 1. Is made from a drab-colored Ladies' Cloth, and lined and faced with garnet-colored cashmere $10.00
" 2. Is made from a drab-colored Ladies' Cloth, and is lined and faced with blue-colored cashmere 10.00 " 3. Is made from a genuine Russian Fabric, colors warranted,
and is lined 5.00
Sizes—35 to 42 breast measure, BREAKFAST JACKETS.
No. 1. S. B. Sack, made from drab-colored Ladles' Cloth, lined and faced with garnet-colored cashmere .... $8.50
" 2. " " made from an English Cloaking, unlined, grey mixture 10.00 Sizes—35 to 42 breast measure. BATH WRAPS.
These are made from Blankets, cut S. B., very long, with belt goods ; of a light-grey color, unlined $6.00
Sizes—35 to 44 breast measure.
OIL CLOTHING.
These are the Cape-Ann make, double thickness throughout, war- ranted sun-dried. D. B. Sack, short, light colored $1.50 " black 1.50 Extra-long Coats, light colored 2.50 " " black 3.00 Pants, with bib or with draw-strings, light colored 1.50
" " " •' " black 1.50
Sizes—Both coats and pants run, Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. Hats, Southwester, light colored .50 " " black, Cape Ann 75
All Sizes. G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 15
These young men belong to the club, and wear cor-
rect uniform. It is great sport to ride a bicycle. Send for samples of our Bicycle Uniforms and Buttons.
This gentleman is very tired. He sits in his easy chair in dressing-gown and slippers, and reads the paper. See Dressing Gowns and Breakfast Jackets in index.
The gentlemen order their dinner. The waiter
will bring it quickly. What are they going to have? See Waiters' Jack- ets in index. 16 men's department. MUBBJEM CLOTHING,
D. B. Coats, lustre finish on sheeting, long $3.00 " " dead " " " 3.50 " " " " " drilling 4.50 English Reversible, light weight $3».50 to 5.00 Firemen's Coats, extra heav)'^, with snaps 5.00 Rubber Aprons, light weight 1.50
heavy " .- 1.75 Rubber Poncho Blankets * 2.50
Plain Rubber " 2.00
Sizes in Rubber Coats run from No. H, about 38 breast measure,
to No. 6, which is about 40 in. Nos. 7 and 8, 50c. extra
Coachman's White Rubber Coats 7.00 OVERALLS,
Blue Denim, with or without aprons '. 50 to .60 Brown Duck, " " " 35 " .60 Brown or Blue, Checked and Plaid Ginghams .50 White Drill, with or without aprons .50 " Duck, " " " .60 Heavy Weight Drab Striped, with or without aprons 60 Orr's Patent Pantaloon Overalls 1.25 Jumpers, same price as corresponding overalls.
Extra Sizes, from 43 to 54 waist measure, 10c. extra.
COACHMAN'S OB GROOM'S COATS.
No. 1. Light Weight Blue Kersey, S. B., straight front, buttons high in the neck, rolling collar $20.00
" 2. Dark Green Kersey, cut S. B., straight front, buttons h'gh in the neck, rolling collar 20.00
" 3. Brown Kersey, S. B., straight front, buttons high in the neck, rolling collar 20.00
Sizes—35 to 42 breast measure. LIVEBY TOP COATS.
These coats are cut in the latest English style. D. B.. with large capes which button on, any style of button desired, lined throughout with a fine wool lasting.
No. 1. Is made from a very fine Blue Beaver, color warranted. . . ;^30.00 " 2. Is made from a Dark-Green Beaver, color warranted . . . 30.00 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 17
The wind blows. The
little girl has lost her bon- net. The man holds his hat on. It is hard to waJk in such a wind. See index for Hats and Caps.
The carpenter uses his saw. The bricklayer lays the bricks which the hod carrier brings. Mechan- ics buy Overalls and Blouses of G. W. Sim- mons & Co., Boston.
The horse jumps over
the low stone wall. It is pleasant to ride over the fields on such a fine day. See Riding Suits in index. 18 men's depaktment. LIVERY, on PAGES' SUITS.
These suits are cut close-fitting, S. B. or D. B., button close in the neck, straight front, with rolling or short standing collar, any style of button desired, lined with fine wool lasting or serge.
No. 1. Is made from a fine light-weight German Kersey, blue, color warranted Coat, $20.00, Pants, $8.00,— Suit, $28.00
" 2, Is made fiom a very fine imported light-weight Kersey, dark- green, fast color Coat, $20.00, Pants, $8.00,— Suit, 28.00 BELL-BOYS' SUITS. These coats are cut short, coming down as far as the hips, fitting very closely, straight front, button high in the neck, small standing collar, twelve buttons in front, with or without lace trimmings on sleeve.
No. 1. Made from blue, all wool, fast color, Washington or Middle- sex Mills' goods, lined $7.00 Do., unlined 6.00 Pants 4.00
Pants with gold lace on side, fifty cents extra. VENDOME SUITS.
The coats are cut livery style ; the vests are cut to button high in the neck, with short standing collar; pants are cut medium.
No. 1. Coats are made from a fine all wool, Indigo-blue cloth $13.50 Vests are made from fine, yellow and black striped, im- ported Valentia goods 5.00 Pants are made from the same goods as the coats 8,00 THIN CLOTHING.
Black Alpaca S. B. Sacks, unlined. . . . $1.50, 2.00, 2.50, 3.00, 4.00, $5.00 Striped Alpaca S. B. Sacks 2.50
Mohair S. B. Sacks, slate color 2.50 " " " " " ribbed 2.50
Plain Brown S. B. Sacks 50c., $1.00, 1.25, 1.50, 2.00 Brown Duck S. B. Sacks 2.50 Blue and White Striped English Seersucker S. B. Sacks 2.00 " « " '' Gingham " " 1.25 " " '' Cotton " " 50 Pongee Silk S. B. Sacks 5.50 Genuine India Seersucker, blue and white or brown and white striped
S. B. Sacks 6.00 Crash Suits, the latest novelty 9.00 Sizes—35 to 42 breast measure. G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 19
Here is a car-driver. See what a warm fur coat he wears. He does not care
how cold the day is. See index for Buffalo Coats.
This is a camp. See the tents. The private salutes his officer. How straight
he stands ! See index for Tents and Military Uni- form.
This man is almost dressed. He puts on his
boots. It is winter, and he wears thick, new un- der flannels. See "Under- wear " in index. 20 men's department.
THIN CLOTHING,— Continued,
Dusters,—Extra long.
Plain Brown Cotton S. B. Coats $1.00 Brown Linen " " $1.50 2.00 " " " extra heavy 2.50 8.00 Mohair, slate color, " " $3.00, 4.00 5.00 Black Alpaca Long Dusters, S. B. Coats 4.00 Clerical Coats " 2.50 3.50 Pongee Silk Dusters " 6.00 Sizes—35 to 42 breast measure. Pants,
Plain Brown Linen $1.00 $1.50 $2.00 $2.50 White Duck 1.00
Blue and White Striped English Seersucker. . . 2.00 " Gingham 1.25 Genuine India Seersucker 4.50 Pongee Silk 4.00
Vests.
Plain Brown Linen, S. B .' $1.00 $1.50 $2.00 White Duck, " 1.00 " Linen, " 2.00 2.50 " Marseilles, " 2.00, 2.50 3.00 Fancy Striped Duck, " 1.50 2.00
Genuine India Seers.ucker, S. B 2.50 English " " 1.50
English Gingham, " ' 1.00 Pongee Silk " 2.00
Sizes—35 to 42 breast measure.
Extra Sizes, 43 to 50 breast measure, 50c. extra.
SAILOR SUITS^JSTAVY STYLE,
(See Yachting Outfit in index.) LIGHT-WEIGHT OVEMCOATS.
S. B. Blue German Diagonal $18.00 " Brown, Black and White Mixed 14.00 " " White and Blue 10.00 " Red and Black West of England Serge 10.00 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 21
These gentlemen are going to the theatre. One has a crush hat. The other wishes he had one too. See index for Crush Hat.
The clergyman is writ- ing his sermon. It is al- most finished. He will preach it next Sunday. We do not know his text. See index for Clergymen's Suits.
This lady is caught in a shower. The gentleman
offers his umbrella. It is very light, and she can
carry it easily. It was made in England. See index for "Umbrellas." .
22 men's department. LIGJST WEIGHT OVERCOATS,— Continued,
S. B. Blue Ground-work, with Green Thread running through it. . . j^l4.00 " Black and White Mixture, with Brown Stripe " " 14.00 " Brown Kersey, plain surface 16.00 " Slate Colored, smooth surface 12.00 " Brown Mixed, West of England Worsted 10.00 " Drab " " " 10.00 " London Brown Diagonal 1 0.00 " Dark Mixed Cassimere 8-00 " Blue Mixed Cassimere, colors permanent 10.00 " Brown Mixed Cassimere, Austrian 18.00 " Black and White Mixture, Austrian, smooth surface 17.00 " " Serpentine Worsted, " ". 16.00 " " and White Mixture Whip Cord 1 6.00 " " Twilled, " " satin lined 20.00 « a u u a u 20.00 " Brown, Twilled Austrian Goods 20.00 " Black " " " 20.00 " Oxford Mixed Cassimere 16.00 Sizes—35 to 42 breast measure. EXTRA SIZE LIGHT WEIGHT OVERCOATS.
S. B. Brown Mixed $11.00 " Oxford " 11.00 " Black and White Mixture, ribbed 13.00 " Dark Oxford Mixed, Austrian Twilled 22.00 " Brown " " " " 22.00 " Brown Serge 14.00
" " " , 12.00 " Grey Homespun 10.00 INVERNESS OVERCOATS. These are cape overcoats, without sleeves. S. B. Blue Middlesex Beaver, light weight $18.00 " Dark-Grey, Mixed Cassimere 13.00 " " " " 15.00
G, A. R. BLOUSES,
No. 1. Dark Blue, light weight $1.25 " 2. " " color warranted 3.00
" 3. Made from Asabet Mills' goods, fine smooth surface, dark blue, color warranted 5.00 " 4. Made from Middlesex, all-wool, Indigo Blue, lined throughout 1 0.00 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 23
This is the figure of a soldier. He stands by the horse, and holds a spear in his hand. See what a fine harness the horse has on. For Military Goods, see index.
This gentleman is look-
ing in the glass and re- hearsing an after-dinner speech, which will begin "I thank you for this un- expected call." For Dress .Suits, see index.
All the boys like to ride. This one has a pony. See how he gallops. The boy does not have to urge him. For "Boys' Clothing," see index. 24 men's department.
SUITS.—Heavy Weight Cassimere,
These suits are stitched edge.
S. B. Sacks, Fancy Mixed $8.00 " Blue and Black Mixed, all wool 10,00 " " Red Mixture, fast colors 13.00 " " Dark Blue Plaid, smooth surface 14.00 " E. W. Coats, " " " " 14.50 vS. B. Sacks, Black ground-work, with a blue, green and gold-colored
silk thread running through it 15.00 Snow Flake 16.00 Dark Brown Mixed Whip Cord, fast colors 17.00 E. W. Coats, " " " " " " " 17.50 S. B. Sacks, Mixed, brown, black and red 20.00
Sizes—Coat and Vest, 35 to 42 breast measure. Pants, 30 to 41 waist measure; any length of leg, from 29 to 36.
OVERCOATS.—Heavij Weight.
D. B. Dark Mixture $5.00 S. B. Fly Front, Brown-Black Mixed Overcoating 8.00 " " Dark Grey Mixture, all wool, fast colors 10.00 " " Brown and Black Striped, very heavy weight 11.00 D. B. Blue Beaver, a handsome dark shade, all wool 12.00 " Black " a good length, " 12.00
S. B. Fly Front, Brown and Black Checked, fast color 14.00 " " " Red Mixed Diagonal, all wool, handsomely trim- * med, serge lining 15.00 " " Black Chinchilla, fast color 16.00 " " " a very stylish, Green and Blue Diagonal, Harris Cas- simere, silk sleeve linings, —equal to custom work, 18.00 " " " Black Whitney Beaver, rough surface, silk sleeve linings, soft roll, —very stylish 20.00 '' " " Brown Whitney Beaver, rough surface, silk sleeve
linings, soft roll, finely made, color fast 21.00 " " " a very fine German Kersey, dark blue 26.00 " " " Brown Schnabel Beaver, smooth surface, very fine, color warranted 28.00
.Sizes—35 to 42 breast measure. 43 to 52, one dollar extra. O. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 25
A birth-day party. The children are dancing mer-
rily. The band plays while they waltz. Bye-and-bye they will have a nice sup- per. For Boys' Clothing, see index.
Here is a little newsboy. He had a nice dinner on Thanksgiving day, and now he is selling papers again. He would like a good dinner every day, but does not get it.
The artist paints the landscape. He has a camp-stool, and will not get tired. He wears a loose jacket and a soft hat. See "Norfolk Blous- es " in index. 26 men's department. ULSTERS,
Double breasted, with or without a belt, three outside and two muff
pockets, five-inch collar, with a tab to protect the neck, lined
throughout with woolen linings, cut very long.
Dark Mixed $8.00 Dark Grey, very durable 10.00 Heavy Ribbed Brown and Black Elysian 12.00 Black Chinchilla, fast color 14.00
Brown and White Mixed, all wool, fast color 15.00 Dark Mixed Chinchilla, fast color 16.00 Black Whitney Beaver, very fine silk sleeve linings, handsomely made and trimmed 18.00
Blue Chinchilla, all wool, fast color 18.00 Brown Whitney, rough surface, fast color 20.00 Blue, Black and White Mixture, imported goods, lined with fine cassimere 22.00
Sizes—35 to 42 breast measure.
43 to 52, one dollar extra.
CONI> UCTOB'S REG UEATIOW O VERCOATS,
These coats are made from heavy-weight all-wool Blue Beaver, fast color, lined throughout with an all-wool cassimere, large collar, bed ticking pockets, inside and outside change pockets, with or without muff jDOckets $16.00 and $18.00
McGEE ULSTERS.
These coats are imported from Belfast, Ireland, they are made from wind and water proof Irish Frieze. They are D. B., with hood which buttons on, silk velvet collar five inches deep. They
also have a belt which can be removed ; three outside pock- ets, change pockets in cuffs. These coats are made from such heavy material that they do not require any lining, but are made with welted seams. They are cut very long. $38.00
Sizes— 38 to 52 breast measure. G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 27
The clerk is writing all day long. See his quill pen and waste paper bas-
ket. Perhaps he is adding
up figures, and is tired. For Men's Business Suits see index.
"Good-night. I am very sleepy. I will put out the light, and dream until morning. It is very late." See " Paj amahs " in index.
The boys who have read "Tom Brown at Rugby," know all about this pic- ture. English boys play "Hare and Hounds." See index for uniform. 28 men's department. BEEFEBS.
These are cut as D. B. short coats. Dark Grey, very durable $4.50 Dark Mixed heavy-weight Overcoating 6.00 Blue Chinchilla, rough surface 7.00 Blue Beaver, smooth surface 9.00 Black " " " 9.00 Blue Whitney, very fine, rough surface, fast color 11.00 Oxford Mixed, " " " " 12.00 Brown Whitney Beaver " " 14,00 Blue German Kersey, very fine silk sleeve lining, body lined with an all-wool cassimere 16.00
Sizes—35 to 42 breast measure. 43 to 52, one dollar extra.
SLEIGHING CAPES,
These are cut long and large, so that they can be folded around the body, making them a very warm and comfortable garment. Grey Cassimere, twilled $5.00 plain 6.00 " " " extra long, with armholes 9.00
Blue Beaver, all wool, fast color, lined with an all-wool cassimere 12.00
Blue, White and Black Twilled Cassimere, all wool, fast colors, woolen lined, wide collar, with arm holes for driving 14.00 Jesse Eddy's Elysians, rough surface^ dark color, very warm, all-wool cassimere lining, wide collar, with arm holes for driving 17.00 Oxford Mixed Overcoating, extra heavy, woolen lining, wide collar, with arm holes for driving 20.00
Sizes—35 to 50 breast measure.
OFFICEBS' CAFES.
These are made from a very fine Blue Beaver, all wool, fast color, with dark blue woolen lining $15,00 AJl Sizes. MISFITS.
Special attractions are found on our Misfit Counter. Suits, or parts
of suits, made from the finest of foreign and domestic fabrics, at prices that
will astonish the most careful buyer. G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 29
Poor little baby! He needs some warm clothes. He has just had his bath, and his nurse will soon dress him, and give him some bread and milk.
"Where shall I go?" the coachman saj^s. "To G. W. Simmons & Co.," answers the gentleman.
He is going to buy the little boy some new clothes. See Boys' Cloth- ing in index.
"Tickets, please!" You know the conductor by his neat uniform and cap. The lady has a season
ticket. She gives it to him to punch. See Uniform in index. 30 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS.
This is a large man. He fears he is growing too stout. But he looks smil- ing and happy. Extra size garments are sold by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston.
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This gentleman is so well dressed that all the ladies turn to look at him. He is a student.
Stylish clothing is sold by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston.
Three little children are watching the balloons.
Children's Suits, in all
styles, and to fit all ages, are sold by G. W. Sim- mons & Co., Boston. G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 31
This brave little fellow has caught a balloon. The boys from school are running to help him.
Hold fast, little boy ! See index for Boys' Suits.
What a nice-fitting coat this young man has on! He carries a cane and walks in the park. See Overcoats in index.
A Reefer is a short coat, such as this young man wears. He is having a very pleasant stroll in the country. See Reefer in index. 32
Yealti'^, Bgy^' and ChiWreri'i Departrnerit,
YOUTH'S OVBRCOATS.
D. B. Brown Beaver, silk sleeve lining $20.00 " Blue " " " " 20.00 ._ " Oxford Mixed Beaver, silk sleeve lining 20.00 S. B. Same goods and colors as abo\e 18.00 D. B. Brown Diagonal 16.00 Blue " 16.00 Black Basket 15,00 Blue Beaver, smooth face 14.00 Brown Fine Twilled 15.00 Fancy Mixed Cassimere 12.00 s B. FI3- Front Brown Kersey 18.00 " Melton 14.00 Oxford Mixed Melton 14 00 Black Elysian 10.00
' Scotch Mixture, cut long 10.00
' Union Beaver, " 8.00
' Scotch Mixture '' 7.50
' Broken Check Fancy Cassimere, dark color 6.50
' " " " " medium light col. 5.50
' Plain Color—medium light 4.50
Sizes—33 to 36 breast measure ; age, 15 to 21. REEFEBS. D. B. Black, Blue and Brown Whitney Beaver $12.00 " Blue Beaver, smooth face 10.00
" Chinchilla • 10.00 " " " 8.00 " Union Beaver 5.50 YOVTirS VLSTERS. D. B. Full Ulster, Brown Diagonal, with belt and wide collar $14.00 " Oxford Mixed Diagonal, " " " 12.00 " Black Elysian, " " " 10.00 " Brown Union Beaver, " " " 8.00
S. B. Harvard Ulsterette, half belt. Fancy Cassimere 10.00 " " " " Scotch Mixture 9.00 " " " Brown Check 8.50
" " •' " Grey Satinet 5.00 u (( (( (( t( a A An G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 33
What a funny-looking young man! See how he stands. He has a
lily in his hand. Custom Garments are made to order by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston.
Mamma is taking her little boys to walk. One says, " Where are we going mamma ?" and mamma answers, " To G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston.
These are the " too- " too - all - but - jolly - utter young men who call themselves aesthetics.
Latest styles are al- ways shown in Custom Department by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston. 34 youth's, boys' and children's department. BOYS' OVERCOATS. D. B. Brown Beaver, silk sleeve lining $17.00 S. B. " " " " " 15.00 D. B. Brown and Grey Mixed 13.00 Diagonal 12.00 " Grey " 11.00 " Blue " 11.00 " Chinchilla 10.00 " Dark Fancy Cassimere 9.00 Scotch Mixture 8.00 " Medium Dark Scotch Mixture 7.00 " Black Pin Check 6.50 " Blue Union Beaver 5.50
S. B. Dark Brown Check Satinet 4.50 " Medium Dark " " 4.00
Sizes—27 to 32 breast measure ; age, 10 to 14. BOYS' REEFERS. D. B. Blue Chinchilla $7.50 " " Beaver 7.50 " Brown Scotch Plaid 7.00
" '' Grey Mixture . . 6.50 " Black Diagonal 5.50 " Blue Union 4.50 CHILDREN'S OVERCOATS. AGES, THREE TO TEN YEARS. D. B. (long cut) Dark Scotch Mixture $8.50 Medium " " 7.50 " " Light Brown Diagonal 7.00 " " Grey " wool lined 7.00 Blue Twilled, " 6.50 " (medium) Brown Beaver, with cape 6.00 Oxford " " 5.5(. Blue " " 4.50
S. B. (long cut) Fancy Cassimere, belt behind 5.00 Grey Diagonal, " " 5.00 " " Dark Mixed Cassimere plush trimmed 7,00 Medium " " " " 6.50 " Dark Blue Union Beaver 4.50 Medium " " 4.00 " " Green Mixed Diagonal 3.50 Grey Satinet 2.50 " " Brown Mixed Satinet 2.00 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 35
Three young men, arm- in-arm, are walking up the street. One has on a tall hat.—See index for Hats and Caps.
Merry Christmas ! This
Christmas tree is laden with pretty gifts for gen- tlemen and little boys. Christmas gifts are sold by G. W. Simmons Sz Co., Boston.
A little angel is bring- ing a Nev7 Year's gift.
We wish you all a hap- py New Year. G. W. Simmons & Co. 36 youth's, boys' and children's department. YOUTH'S SUITS,
S. B. Heavy-Weight Suiting, Dark, mixed with Green $16.00 « " " " " " " Blue 15.00
« «< " " " " " Red 14.00 " " " " Blue Diagonal 15.00 « " " " Brown Check 14.00 Blue " 13.00 " " " " Grey Mixed 13.00 « " " " Brown " 12.00
" " '' " Dark, Mixed Cheviot 11.00 « " " " Brown Pin Check 10.00 " " " " Scotch Plaid 10.00 " " " " Bedford Suiting 9.00
" *' " " Franklin " 8.00 " " " " Plymouth " 7.00 " Summer " " Dark, Scotch Mixture 13.00 " " " " " Green Mixed Diagonal 13.00 " " " " " Gold " 11.00 " " " " Grey Pin Check 10.00 " " " " Light, Fine Stripe 10.00 Scotch Mixed $8.00 and 9.00 » " " " Medium Dark Cheviot 7.00 " " " " " " Satinet 6.00
.Size—31 to 35 breast measure ; age, 15 to 21. BLUE FLANNEL SUITS,
S. B. Sacks, all wool, fast color $10.00 and $12.00 " " " " " Fine Twill 8.00 " " " " " English Serge 8.00 YOUTH'S PANTS, Fine Dark Goods, with stripe $5.00 Grey Hairline 4.5C Black and Brown Whip Cord 4,50 Fancy Cassimeres and Cheviots $1,75 to 3.50 Mixed Cottonades 1.00 " 1.50
Size—29 to 32 waist measure ; 28 to 33 inside leg-seam. YOUTH'S DRESS SUITS,
S. B. Three-Button Cutaway Frock, Black Diagonal $2p.00 « Four " " " " " 20.00 " Sack, edge bound and stitched, " " 18.00 " " " " " " 15.00 " plain Brown Whip Cord 15.00 *' " " " " Oxford " " 14.00 G. W, SIMMONS A CO., BOSTON, MASS. \u
This is great fun. The boy runs a race with the rooster. For Bicycle Suits, see index.
The httle girl says "Take me out of the water, it is so cold."
Bathing suits of all kinds are sold by G. W. Sim- mons & Co., Boston.
Clear the track ! What
sport it is to coast. One
little fellow has been upset by the double- runner. 38 youth's, boys' and children's department. BOYS' SUITS.
S. B. Heavy-Weight Suitings, Scotch Plaid $10.00 " " " Plain Dark 10.00 " " " " Fancy Red Mixed 9.50 " " " Dark Brown " 9.50 " " " " Drab " 9.00 " " " Blue " " 8.50 " « " " Red and Green Mixed 7.50 " " Fine Check 6.00 Dark Cheviot 5.00 " " " " " Printed Satinet 4.50 " " Medium " " 4.00 " " " Cottonade 3.50 " Summer " " Light Brown, Mixed 9.00 Medium '' " 8.50 " " " " Fancy, Green Mixed Cassimere 7.50
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" " " " Plymouth Suiting, Grey Mixed 6.00 " " Grey, Small Check $4.50 and 5.50 " " " " Brown Mixed Cottonade 3.50
14. Size —27 to 31 breast measure ; age 11 to BOYS' BLUE FLANNEL SUITS.
D. B. all wool, fast color $8.50
S. B. " " " 7.50
" *' " " Twill 5.50 BOYS' DRESS SUITS.
S. B. Sacks, edges bound and stitched, Whip Cord $12.00 " plain " " 10.00 " " " bound, Blue Tricot 10.00 BOYS' NORFOLK BLOUSE SUITS.
One Plait each side front, and one baciv. Breast measure, 27 to ;;i.
S. B. Sack, and Knee Pants, all wool. Blue Flannel $8.50 " " " " /' Twill 7.50 " " " " Dark Grey Homespun 9.00 liOng Pants, same goods, $1.00 extra. BOYS' DRILL JACKETS.
S. B. Button to neck, standing collar $3.00 D. B. " " " " " 5.00 S. B. " " " trimmed with braid 8.00 *' " " " Sons of Veterans 3.50 G. W, SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 39
These three young men
'^ are well dressed. One
^ has on a Frock coat, one a Sack, and the other a Cutaway. Which do you like the best?
Mamma is asking papa to take their little boy to G. W. Simmons & Co. for a new suit.
The old farmer shows his wife how cheaply clothing can be bought of G. W. Simmons & Co., and tells her to stop patching his trousers. See Trousers in index. 40 youth's, boys' and children's department. PAGES' SUITS.
S. B. Sack, Dark Green Cloth, gilt buttons $13.00 " Cadet Jacket, " " three rows gilt buttons 12.00 " " " Blue " " " " " 12.00 " Sack, " " turndown collar, nickel buttons .... 10.00 " " " Twill, " " " " .... 8.00 Size—27 to 31 bust measure. BOYS' JPAKTS. Dark Mixed Cassimere $2.00 to $3.50 Medium Brown " 1.50 " 3.00
Grey, Fine Stripe : 2.00 Blue Flannel 1.00 " 2.00 Cottonade 1.00 " 1.50 Linen 50 " 1.00
Size—26 to 29 waist measure ; 24 to 29 inside leg-seam. CHILDREN'S KNBE-I'ANTS SUITS. AGES, THREE TO TEN YEARS.
D. B. Button to neck. Dark Mixed Cassimere $8.00 " Scotch Mixture 7.50 " " " Plaid 7.00 " " Blue Diagonal 7.00 " " " " " Mixture 6.50 " " " " Brown Stripe 6.50 " " " Light " 6.00 Dark Gold Mixed 5.50 S. B. " " Plaited, plain Blue 5.00 Grey Mixed " 4.50 " " " Corded, front and back, Grey Mixed 4.50 " " " " " " Light Cassimere.... 4.00 Small, Brawn Check 3.50 " " " Medium Dark, Mixed Cassimere 3.00 " " " " " " Satinet $2.00 and 2.50 CHILnHEN'S SAILOn SUITS. AGES, THREE TO TEN YEARS.
Blue Flannel, all wool, lace front $3.50 " " trimmed with grey 3.50 " Grey " " blue 3.50 Dark Green Flannel, plain, lace front 3.00 " Blue " $1.25 to 2.50 " Grey " , 1.25 G. W, SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASvS. 41
Every gentleman uses a Tooth Brush. The Eng- hsh brushes sold by G. W. Simmons & Go. are the very best. Send 25 cents for a sample. See Tooth Brushes in index.
The Firemen are brave. They wear neat uniform. G. W. Simmons & Co. supply Firemen's outfits. See index.
Children dislike Tooth Brushes because the bris- tles come out. The Eng- lish brushes sold by G. W. Simmons & Co. are warranted against this
defect. It is a pleasure to use them. Price, 25c. 42 youth's, roys' and children's department. CHILDREN'S CORJDUItOT SUITS. AGES THREE TO TEN YEARS.
S. B. Button to neck, in Brown, Green, and Brown and White Mixed, $6.50 p) -p a a li a a " <' " " " '7 PyQ
Extra Knee Pants, to match 1.75 CHIinBEN'S JERSEY SUITS. AGES, THREE TO TEN YEARS.
Heavy-weight, Knit, Blue, plain $3.50 Light " " " trimmed with white 2.50
The suit is composed of Blouse, Knee Pants and Cap. CHILDREN'S KILT SUITS. AGES, TWO TO SIX YEARS.
S. B. (in two pieces). Plaids, Brown, Blue and Scotch Mixed, $2.50 to $7.00 " " (in one " ), Fancy Cassimeres 1.50 5.00 CHILDREN'S LINEN SUITS. S. B. Button to neck, Brown Linen $1.50 and $L75 Single Jacket 1.00 Knee Pants 75 THIN SU3IMER COATS. Cotton Stripes, (bust measure 31 to 35) $0.35 to $0.60 " Grass Cloth " " " " 40 .75 Imitation English Seersucker " " " " 1.00 " 1.50 Gingham " " " " 1.25 Mohair " " " " L60
Alpaca " " " " • 2.00 " Boys' Brown Linen and Cotton Stripe, (bust 27 to 31) 25 .40 " " Imitation Seersucker " " " 75 1.00 BOYS' RUBBER COATS. AGES, TEN TO SEVENTEEN, Heavy American Rubber $2.50 " Black and White Check, Lined 2.25 Light Weight Gossamer, D. B 2.50 " (Ages 6 to 10) 1.75 Rubber Leggings 1.00 OVERALLS AND JUMPERS. Plain, Brown Duck $0.40 to $0.60 " Blue, Check " 45 .50 " Brown " '' 45 .50 " " Cotton 35 .45 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 43
Ladies like good brushes
but it is hard to find them. The English brush sold by G. W. Simmons
& Co. is superior to all others. A sample brush will be mailed to any ad- dress for 25 cents.
This gentleman intro- duces his friend to a lady. Dress suits are made to order in G. W. Simmons & Go.'s Custom Depart- ment. See index.
Two little boys are planning how to spend their vacation. They will go fishing and hunting and will buy their sum- mer suits of G. W. Sim- mons & Co. ^>v VJ^/.^/^"V*55 44 CUSTOM DDPTqRTMDNT.
EVENING DBESS SUITS.
Made from fine English, French, and German Broadcloths and Doeskins. Coat $20.00 $22.00 $25.00 $28.00 $30.00 Pants 8.00 9.00 10.00 11.00 12.00 Vest 3.50 3.75 4.00 4.50 6.00 Silk lining extra. DOUBLE BREASTED FBOCK SUITS.
Made from fine Broadcloths, Granites, Diagonals, and Tricots. Coat $20.00 $23.00 $25.00 $28.00 $30.00 Pants 7.00 7.50 8.00 9.00 10.00 Vest 3.50 4.00 4.50 5.00 5.50 ENGLISH WALKING SUITS.
Made from fine English, German, and American fabrics. Coat $12.00 $15.00 $18.00 $20.00 Pants $5.00 $5.50 6.00 6.50 7.00 8.00 Vest 3.25 3.50 4.00 4.50
FOUB BUTTON CUTAWAY FROCK SUITS.
Made from fine Blue, Black, Brown, Claret, and Wine Color Corkscrews and Diagonals. Coat $15 00 $18.00 $20.00 $22.00 $25.00 Pants 6.00 6.50 7.00 8.00 9.00 Vest 3.50 4.00 4.50 5.00 5.50 Silk lining extra. WINTER OVERCOATS.
Made from fine English Kerseys, Meltons, Pilots ; German, Blue, Black and Brown, Smooth Beavers, $25.00 $28.00 $30.00 $35.00 $38.00 $40.00 Overcoats made from fine Domestic Chinchillas, Elysians, and Plain Beavers. O. Sack, single or double breasted $20.00 $22.00 $23.00 $25.00 D. B. Frock Overcoats and Newmarkets, made from Kerseys, and Blue, Brown, Wine, and Claret Color Smooth Beaver. $25.00 $28.00 $30.00 $35.00 $40.00 $45.00 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 45
The day is hot. The gentleman in the Seer- sucker suit keeps cool. Every kind of summer
suit is sold by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston.
How happy this young couple look driving in a dog-cart along the coun- try road. For Driving Outfits, gloves, robes and overcoats, see index. See Seersucker in index.
The old man has just arrived in this country,
and is looking for a place
to buy Clothing. He is recommended to G. W. Simmons & Co. Boston. 46 CUSTOM DEPARTMENT. CLERICAL FROCK SUITS.
Made from fine Imported Broadcloths, Elastiques, Granites, Tricots, Oxford Mixtures, and Dark Mixed Cassimeres. Coat $16.00 $18.00 $20.00 $22.00 $24.00 $26.00 $28.00 $30.00 Pants 5.50 6.50 7.00 7.50 8.00 8.50 9.00 10.00 Vest 3.25 3.50 3.75 4.00 4.25 4.75 5.00 5.50 Cassocks, made from fine French, English, and German Cloths. $30.00 $35.00 $38.00 $42.00 $45.00 " Drab d'ete, 18.00 20.00 22.00 25.00 Samples constantly in stock. SPRUNG AJVn FALL OVERSACKS. Made from English, French, and German Whipcords, Crapes, Granites, and Diagonals, in various colors .... $20.00 $22.00 $25.00 $28.00
Silk body lining, extra. , DRESSING GOWNS. Made from Flannel, Serge, and Parsleys. $10.00 $12.00 $15.00 $18.00 $20.00 $25.00 BREAKFAST JACKETS.
Made from fine Blue, Black, Brown, and Green Velveteen and Fancy Cassimere $10.00 $12,00 $15.00 $18.00 $20.00 LADIES' RIDING HABITS. $25.00 $28.00 $30.00 $35.00 $40.00
NORFOLK SUITS, JACKETS, AND KNEE BREECHES. Made from Homespun; Brown, Blue and Grey Flannels, and English Cordu- roys in various colors. Blouse $8.00 $9.00 $10.00 $12.00 $15.00 $18.00 $20.00 Knee Pants 5.00 5.50 6.00 6.50 7.00 7.50
SHOOTING SUITS.
Made from extra fine Tan-Color Calf Skin ; lined with Flannel and Cas-
simeres ; wind-proof. D. B. Sack $20.00 $25.00 $30.00 Vest 10.00 12.00 15.00 Knee Pants 12.00 15.00 18.00 '
G. W. bIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 47
Bathing Suits for men, ladies and children, swim- ming tights, caps and shoes are sold by G. W. Simmons & Go. See index.
Hop-Scotch is a game
^ " all children like to play, i w"'^
It is good exercise, but it ^^ cL^H "J^ wears out the shoes. For '^_ Shoes, see index.
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The polite boy shelters his sister from the pour- ing rain under his big umbrella. The best um- brellas are sold by G. W. Simmons & Co. See index. 48 CUSTOM DEPARTMENT. COBDTJROY AJS^n MOLBSKIN SSOOTIKG SUITS, Coat $15.00 Pants 6.00 Vest 4.00 Cartridge Vests, holding from 40 to 50 cartridges 5.00 nUCK SHOOTING SUITS. Dead-Grass Color, water-proof. Coat $8.00 Pants 4.00 Vest 2.75 JOCKBY SUITS, Made from fine Silks of various colors. Jacket $8.00 $10.00 $12.00 $15.00 Breeches 5.50 6.50 7.00 8.00 Cap 1.00 to 2.50 SKATING BINK SUITS. Made from Blue, Brown, Green, and Grey Cassimeres and Flannels. Jacket $7 00 $8.00 $9.00 $10.00 Sack $8.00 9.00 10.00 Vest Knee Breeches 4.00 Pants, full length Fancy Costumes at reasonable prices. IA WN TBNWIS S UITS. Made from White Flannel. Sack $8.00 $9.00 $10.00 $12.00 Shirt 3.50 4.00 4.50 5.00 Pants $3.00 $3.50 $4.00 4.50 5.00 5.60 6.00 POLO SUITS. Made from English Stockinettes in various colors. Shirt $5.50 Breeches, with belt 3.50 Cap 1.00 Stockings $1.00 1.50 LIVERY SUITS. Made from fine (imported) Blue, Black, Brown and Green Castors. Coat $26.00 $30.00 $35.00 Pants 9.00 10.00 12.00 Vest 6.00 6.50 7.00 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 49
The boys are playing see-saw on an old log just behind the mill. Durable
fl suits to play in are made by G. W. Simmons & Co.
The young gentleman makes a call, and sends up his card by a servant. Correct liveries are made by G. W. Simmons & Co.
The lady and gentleman are sitting on a rustic seat in the conservatory. What can they be talk- ing about so earnestly? 50 CUSTOM DEPARTMENT. SCHOOL SUITS. Made from Scotch, English, and American Cassimeres. Jacket $6.50 $7.00 $7.50 Pants 3.50 4.00 4.50 Vest 2.50 2.75 3.00 D. B. Sack, for Winter Wear, made from heavy Chinchilla, Elysians and Plain Beavers $10.00 $12.00 $15.00 $18.00 $20.00 Reefers, made from heavy Chinchillas and Beavers. $8.00 $10.00 $12.00 $15.00 $18.00 SV3IMEU LIVERY SUITS. Made from light-weight Cloths. Coat $18.00 $20.00 $22.00 Pants 7.00 7.50 8.00 Vest 4.00 4.50 5.00 LIVERY OVERCOATS. Made from English Box Cloth, Kerseys and Beavers. $30.00 $35.00 $40.00 $45.00
Initial Buttons extra. WHITE BUCKSKIW BREECHES.
, $13.00 $14.00 $15.00
WINDSOR AJS^D BEDFORD CORD TROUSERS. $12.00 $13.00 $14.00 $15.00 GROOMS' SUITS.
Coat : $15.00 $18.00 $20.00
Breeches , 6.00 7.00 8.00 Vest 5.00 5.50 6.00 PAGES' SUITS. Made from Blue, Black, Green and Brown fabrics. $12.00 $15.00 $18.00 $20.00 $25.00 INDOOR SERVANTS' DRESS SUITS. Made from fine Broadcloth. Coat $15.00 $18.00 $20.00 Vest 3.50 4.00 4.50 Doeskin Pants 7.00 8.00 9.00 Black Alpaca Sacks $4.00 4.50 5.00 6.00 G. \V, SIMMONS iS; CO., BOSTON, MASS, 51
The anxious mother writes to G. W. Simmons & Co. to send samples and rules for measuring her children, to save herself the trouble of coming to town.
The Turkey and the Goose are dressed up for a holiday, and are taking a walk to see the town.
If you are going down the harbor in a steamboat or a yacht, remember that suitable outfits can be bought of G. W. Sim- mons & Co. See index. 52 CUSTOM DEPARTMENT. THIN SUMMER CLOTHING.
Suits made from India Seersucker, wide and narrow stripe. Coat $10.00 $11.00 $12.00 Pants 5.00 5.50 6.00 Vest 3.00 3.50 4.00 Suits made from fine White Flannel, Serges and Cheviots. Sack $9.00 $10.00 $12.00 $14.00 $16.00 $18.00 Pants 4.50 5.00 5.50 6.00 6.50 7.00 Vest 3.25 3.50 3.75 4.00 4.50 Linen Traveling Dusters 4.50 5.00 5 .50 6.00 White Vest, made from fine French Marseilles, and in White and Fancy Linen Duck $3.00 $3.50 $4.00 $4.50 $5.00 BBLL BOYS' SUITS.
For Hotels and Club-rooms, made from Blue Cloth and Flannels, gilt or silver trimmings. Jacket $7.00 $8.00 $9.00 $10.00 Sack $8.00 9.00 10.00 11.00 12.00 Pants 4.00 4.50 5.00 5.50
USHERS' SUITS.
For Theatres, made from Light and Dark Blue Cloths and Flannels, gilt or silver trimmings. Jacket $7.00 $8.00 $9.00 $10.00 $11.00 $12.00 Pants 4.00 4.60 5.00 5.50 Sample in stock. OFFICE BOYS' SUITS.
Made from Blue, Grey, Brown, and Green Cloths and Flannels, gilt or silver trimmings. Sack $7.00 $8.00 $9.00 $10.00 Jacket $6.00 $7.00 8.00 9.00 10.00 10.50 Pants 4.00 4.50 5.00 5.50 6.00 BOYS' DRESS SUITS.
Made from fine Whipcords, Diagonals, Tricots and Serges. S. or D. B. Sack $8.00 $10.00 $12.00 $15.00 Frock, $1.00 extra. Knee Pants $4.00 4.50 5.00 5.50 6.00 Pants, full length 5.00 5.50 6.00 6.50 Vest 2.75 3.00 3.25 J G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 53
Lawn Tennis uniforms, balls, racquets and nets,
can all be bought of G. W. Simmons & Co., Bos- ton. See index.
Before going to the country select your sum- mer suit, trunk, hand bag and furnishing goods of G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston.
The boy runs faster than the girl. Well-made
Clothing for children is sold by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston. .
54 mm AND SH8E DEPARTMENT^.
MEN'S BOOTS, Fine Wescott Calf, oak bottoms, sewed $4.00 " Heavy " pegged 3.00 " " " Army Boot, hand-sewed 3.50 " " English Grain, Napoleon, sewed 5.50 " Grain, Napoleon, pegijed 4.0U " Kip, pegged and standard nailed 2.75
" Flesh Split, pegged ." 2.25 Lumbermen's Wool Boots 2.00 MEN'S BVTTON BOOTS, Fine Calf, glove-calf top, sewed $4.00 " " "- grain " " 3.50 " " cloth " " 3.50 " " " " blue and green, sewed 3.00 The celebrated M. A. Packard, glove top, sewed 2.99 MEN'S BALMORALS OB LACE BOOTS, Fine Calf, glove-calf tops, sewed $3.50 $4.00 " grain " " 3.00 " Flesh Split, sewed and nailed 1.50 1.75 " Buff, " " " 1.50 1.75 " " extra quality, sewed . 2.00 The celebrated M. A. Packard, glove-calf top 2.99 Heavy Calf Army Shoe, hand-sewed 2.25 Kip Bluchers, pegged and nailed 1.50 2.00 Heavy Kip Brogans, pegged and nailed 1.50
Split " '• " 1.00 MEN'S CONGRESS BOOTS, Fine Calf, glove-calf top, sewed $3.50 " " cloth top, " $3.00 3.50 " Buff, glove-grain top, sewed and nailed 1.75 " Flesh Split t 1.75 " Buff, sewed 1.50 The celebrated M. A. Packard, glove-calf top 2.99 MEN'S GRAIN BOOTS,
Grain top, standard screw $2.00 $3.00 MEN'S OXFORDS, Fine Calf, Button, glove top .' $3.00 $3.50 " " " cloth top 3.00 3.50 " Buff " glove " 1.50 to 2.50 " Flesh Split 1.35 2.00 Swedish Wooden Shoes (imported) 1.00 (;. \\". S[ •.i:\IOV.S & C), HOSiON, MAS;\ 55
Leap-Frog is a popular game. It is very hard on Clothing, but garments made by G. W. Simmons & Co. will bear rough us- age. See Boys' Clothing in index.
JlA-^^. The little boy is aston- ished to find that Santa Claus has hung a new suit of clothes for him in the chimney corner. Good children are rewarded.
The little girl is learn- ing to paint. Perhaps she will try to color the pic- tures in this book. 56 ROOT AND SHOE DEPARTMENT. MEN'S STRAP SHOES. Fine Calf, Strap Ties, sewed $3.00 $3.50 " " " " pegged 2.50 3.00 " Buff " " sewed and nailed 1.50 to 2.00 " Flesh Split " " " " 1.50 " 2.00 BOYS' BOOTS. Fine Calf Boots, pegged . $2.50 *' Kip " " $2.00 2.25 " Flesh Split Boots, pegged 1.50 to 2.25 BOYS' BUTTOJ^r BOOTS. Fine Calf, Button Boots, oak bottom, glove-calf top $2.00 to $2.75 " Veal Calf, " glove-grain top 1.50 " 1.85 " Calf " cloth " 2.00 " 2.50 BOYS' BALMORALS. Fine Grain, grain top $2.00 to $2.50 " Calf, glove-calf top 2.00 " 2.50 " " glove-grain " (Telegraph) 2.00 " 2.25 " Buff, extra quality 1.50 " 1.75 " Flesh Split, extra quality, (Telegraph) 1.50 1.65 " Split, School Shoes 1.25 1.35 BOYS' COJSGBESS. Fine Calf, glove-calf top $2.00 to $2.50 " " cloth " 2.00 " 2.75 " Buff, extia quality 1.50 " 2.00 " Flesh Split, extra quality 1.35 " 1.75 " » " 1.50 OXFOBBS ANB STRAP TIBS. Button Oxfords, fine calf, sewed $2.00 to $2.50 Strap Ties, " " " 2.00 " 2.50 Buff Oxfords 1.35 " 1.65 " Strap Ties 1.25 " 1.65 Swedish Wooden Shoes, (imported) .75 YOUTH'S SHOES ANB BAL3IORALS. Fine Calf, Button Balmorals $2 00 $2.25 " Veal Calf " sewed, (Telegraph) 1.65 " Goat Grain " " 1.00 1.25 " Flesh Split " pegged 1.00 1.25 CHILBREN'S SHOES. Kip, morocco top. Leg Boots $1.25 Fine Goat, Button 1.25 " Grain " 1.00 " Balmorals 1.00 " Glove, Button $0.75 and .90 G. W. SIMMONS A CO., BOSTON, MASS. 57
What a splendid coast this httle boy and girl
are having. The sled flies
swiftly over the ice.
Mosquito Nets are great comforts in summer. Ev- ery variety of net and canopy is sold by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston. See index.
The city is a busy place,
and the streets are full of carriages. Be careful not to get run over. 58 BOOT ANt) SHOE DEPARTMENt. SLIPPERS. Men's Velvet Embroidered Opera and Harvard Tie $1.50 to $2.00 " Fine Goat Opera, Everett and Harvard Tie 1.50 " 1.75 " Everett Tie 1.25 1.50 " Grain " " 1.00 " Russet Calf 1.00
" Grain 65 " ' .85 " Carpet 50 " .65 " Wigwam or Moccasin Slippers 1.25 Felt, for inside wear of rubber boots .65 Eoys' Velvet Embroidered Opera and Harvard $1.25 to $1.75 " Fine Goat Opera, Everett and Harvard Tie 1.25 " 1.75 ' Wigwam or Moccasin Slippers 1.25 " Felt, for inside wear of rubber boots .50 " .65 '• Buck, " " " " " .25 HUNTING BOOTS AND SHOES. Men's Fine English Grain Napoleon Boots, sewed $5.50 " Pure Gum Hunling Boots, light weight 6.00 " Fine Grain Napoleon " pegged 4.00 " Rubber Hunting " 4.50 Hip " $3.50 to 4.00 Grain Hunting Shoes, kangaroo top, Balmorals 7.50 grain " nailed 5.00 '' Boat Pacs or Moccasins, for hunting 2.50 GYMNASIUM SHOES.
<: anvas, leather bottom $0.65 to $0.85 •' rubber " brown and white 1.50 I'ine French Calf, Spiked, Running 6.00 " -7.50 BASE BALL SHOES. Men's Canvas Balmorals, blue, white, and brown $1.50 brown 1.25 " " Oxford, blue, white, and brown 1.50 " " " white 1.25 Boys' Canvas Balmorals, blue, white, and brown 1.25 Oxfords, " " " " 1.25 Youth's " Balmorals, " " " " 1.15 Oxfords, " " " " ' 1.15 Base Ball Steel Plates, per set .25 YACHTING SHOES. Men's Canvas Oxfords, Rubber bottom $2.00 to $3.50 " Russet Calf " " " 3.50 4.00 " Canvas Slippers, " " white and brown. . . . 1.50 " " Leather " " .85 " " Oxfords, pegged heel, " 1.25 1.50 Boys' " " brown and blue 1.25 Balmorals, " " " 1.25 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 59
On the Fourth of July
children delight to pla,y
with fire crackers. " Hur-
rah," they say, " isn't this good fun?" See Flags in index. ?^J%if<^^ -^'
These gentlemen belong to a secret society. Uni-
form for all organized bodies is supplied by G. W. Simmons & Co., Bos- ton. See Uniform in index.
Playing Horse is a pleas-
ure for children of all ages. G. W. Simmons & Co. supply suits for children two years old and upward. 60 BOOT AND SHOE DEPARTMENT. BATHING SHOES. Men's Canvas, Rope bottom, white $0.75 " " Cork " " .50 Ladies' " Rope " " .75 Cork " " .50 Misses' " Rope " " .50 " " Cork " " .40 LAWJSr TENNIS AND BICYCLE, Men's Lawn Tennis Slippers, Rubber bottom; $L50 " " " Oxfords, brown and white p.50 to $3.50 " Bicycle Balmorals, Rubber bottom and heel 3.00 3.50 Oxfords, " " " " 3.00 3.50 " " Balmorals, Leather " 1.50 " " Oxfords, " " 1.50 Boys' " Rubber " 2.00 to 3.50 Leather " 1.25 " Balmorals, " " 1.25 MUBBEB BOOTS AND SHOES, Men's Pure Gum, Hunting Boots, light weight $6.00 " Rubber " " $4.00 4.50 Hip " 3.75 to 4.50 " " Boots, Leather sole 5.00 " Pure Gum Boots 4.00 " Dull-finish " 3.50 " Pebble Leg " 3.50 " Buckle Arctic Shoes, flannel lined 1.50 1.75 " Alaska " 1.10 1.25 " Cloth " self-acting .*.... 1.00 1.25 " Clogs .75 " Imitation Sandals, self-acting .75 (( u <( fjY Boys' Hunting Boots 3.50 3.75 " Dull-finish " 2.50 2.75 " Bright " " 2.50 2.75 " Imitation Sandals, self-acting .50 .65 Youth's Bright-finish Boots 1.50 to 2.00 Dull " " 1.50 " 2.00 " Imitation Sandals, self-acting .45 .50 LEGGINGS AND GAITEBS, Havelock Leggings, with Gaiter Fronts, Enamel, side spring, $5.00 $5.50 " " " " " Russet " " 3.50 to 4.50 " " " " " " buckle.... 3.50 " 4.50 *' " Enamel, side spring 4.50 5.00 Russet, " " or buckle 3.00" 4.00 Corduroy " all colors 2.00 " 3.00 Canvas " Brown, button or buckle 1.25 Arctic Stockings, wool lined 2.00 2.50 Gaiters, Cloths or Tweeds, all colors .75 " .2.00 " White and Brown Duck, (for cajjipaign use) .30 " 1.00 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 61
An artist has stretched one of our Nets over the branch of a tree, and the
flies cannot trouble him. See Nets in index.
Two friends have met in the country, and are planning some amuse- ment for the day. Their cutaway coats and well- fitting trousers came from Custom Department of G.^W. Simmons & Co. 62 G. \V. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS.
Tents and Lawn Tennis Sets, together with full uniform,— Jerseys, Gaps, Breeches, Belts and Shoes are supplied by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston.. See index.
Young people who be- long to Drum Corps can obtain suitable uniform of G. W. Simmons & Co. We deal in Flags and all kinds of Military Equip- ments.
This gentleman is dressed
in black. Perhaps he is in mourning for a friend. Suits are made to order, if necessary, in twelve hours by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston. G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 63
These gentlemen are walking on the beach at the seaside. Perhaps they
will take a sail a little
later. Blue Flannel or White Flannel Suits are much worn. See index.
Suspenders, Collars,
Neckties, Brushes, and all toilet articles a, gentle- man needs are sold by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston.
This little fellow is so short he can hardly see over the counter. His
mother is bujdng a suit of clothes for him of G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston. 64 HAT nm CAP DEP/IRTMGNT.
MEN'S STIFF HATS.
Wool Stock $1.00 Full Nutria, wine stiff $3.50 " 1.25 " Crown Nutria,wine stiff, 3.00 « " 1.50 Dunlap Block, " " 3.00 Fur Stock 2.00 Wilcox " " " 3.00 " " wine stiff 2.25 Flexible Brims, " " « " " " 2.50 $2.00 to 3.00
« " " . « . $2.75 3.00 Sizes—6f to 7|. MEN'S SOFT HATS. Wool Stock $0.50 Hammock, Fur Stock $1.25 " " 75 " $1.50 1.75 " " 1.00 Colors for Hammock Hats : " " 1.25 Blue, Brown, and Grey. G. A. R. style, 1.50 Pocket, Fur Stock 2.00 Fur Stock, 2.00 Rubber 50 to 1.00 " " 2.50 Silk 5.00 " " French Felt 3.25 Crush, English 5.50 Fedora Style 3.00 Opera, New York 5.50 Cloth, Derby Style 1.00 Hunting, Helmet 1.00 " Nobby " 1.25 Round 1.00 " " " 1.50 Coachmen's 5.00 Flannel, Lawn Tennis $1.00 1.25 Sailor, Round 1.25 Base Ball.... 1.00 1.25 Rubber Hats 50
Silk, Travelling 1.50 Macintosh Hats 1.25 Hammock, Wool Stock 75 Silk and Rubber Hat and Cap " " " 1.00 Covers 25 Sizes- -6| to 7^. MEN'S CAPS.
Am. Havelock . $0.50 $0.75 $1.00 Polo, Silk $0.75 to $1.25 " Scotch " cotton lined. . . 1.25 Tweed 50 to 1.00 " silk lined, $2.00 2.50 Smoking, embroidered 3.00 " " Indigo, silk lined 3.00 Silk, visors 50 to 1.25 Am. Alma, cotton lined .50 to 1.00 Cadet, straight visors 1.00 " " silk " $1.25 1.50 " drooping " 1.00 Reg. Navy, cotton " 1.00 1.25 Fur $1.50 to 12.00 " leather " 1.25 Cap Covers 25 " " satin " 1.50 to 2.00 Sizes—6f to 7|. G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS, 65
How comfortable and happy this gentleman looks lying in a hammock, smoking a cigar. See Hammocks and White Flannel Suits in index.
Swinging in the orchard is very delightful in the summer time. Ham- mocks, Tents, and Lawn Tennis Goods are sold by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston.
They sat in the Park listening to the band and watching the passers by. English Walking Suits are made in Cus- tom Department. See index. 66 HAT AND CAP DEPARTMENT. BOYS' HATS,
Stiff, Wool Stock $0.50 $0.75 $1.00 Youth's, cloth, owl-shape .75 $1.00 " Fur " ... 1.50 2.00 Colors, Light, Dark Mixed and Colors, Black, Blue, and Brown. Navy Blue. Soft, Wool Stock 25 to 1.25 "Fur " $1.00 1.50 Sizes—6^ to 7. " " " Monitor . . . 1.50 Colors, Black, Blue, Brown, Drab.—Sizes, 6J to 1\. CHILDREJS^'S HATS,
Soft, plain trimmings. . . $0.50 Soft, silk trimmings . . $1.00 $1.25 fancy .75 1.00 Colors, Black, Blue, Brown, Drab. satin 1.25 Sizes—6^ to 7. BOYS' CABS,
Alma $0.50 Navy $1.00 Turban, cloth $0.50 .75 Rink 1.00 Owl, " ....$0.50 .75 ].00 Telegraph .75 Velvet 75 1.00 Cadet, straight visor $0.50 to 1.00 " Jockey, velvet 1.00 drooping .50 to 1.00 cloth .50 1.00 Sizes — 61 to 7. SBOBTING AND ATHLETIC HATS AND CABS,
Bicycle Caps (Corduroy) $1.25 Base Ball Hats $0.75 $1.00 Colors, Blue, Brown, Drab. Colors, Blue, Grey, White.
Bicycle Caps (Blue Cloth). . 1.25 Hunting Helmets $1.00 1.25 " " (Grey " ). . 1.25 Sporting and Athletic Hats and Bicycle Helmet 1.75 Caps of every description made Colors, Blue, Grey, White. to order at short notice. Base Ball Caps $0.25 .50 Colors, Blue, Grey, White. VMBBBLLAS.
Cambric, 26, 28, 30 in. .50 .75 $1.00 Silk, Black, Brown, Green, 26, 28 in.
Ging'm, 26, 28, 30 in. $1.25 to 2.25 $5.00 to $8.00 " real Scotch, 26, 28, 30 m. Ladies', Silk, ivory handle, straight $1.50 to $2.50 stick, 26 in $3.50 to $5.00
Alpaca, 26, 28 in. . . 2.50 to 3.00 All of our Silk Umbrellas have Silk, Black and Brown, good quality, paragon frames, with straight and 26 in $2.50 crooked handles in ivory and wood.
Silk, Black and Brown, 26, 28 in. Carriage Umbrellas. . . $3.00
$3.50 to $5.00 Sun " . . . .75 to $2.00 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 67
A gallant defence these boys are making. The little girl is perfectly safe behind the big snow-ball. For Boys' Suits see index.
The father and son are having a pleasant talk.
Both are well - dressed men, and patrons of G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston.
Picking apples on the farm is good fun for the boys in October. When
it is time for a new suit, boys always remember to visit G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston. 68 HAT AND CAP DEPARTMENT. BLANKETS,
Army, Silver Grey, double- Horse, square, full-size $2.00 $2.50 \ft " size, $3.00 Truckmen's . . . 2.00 Army, for camping purposes, Horse, all wool
size, h^', solid colors, fine, $4.25 $4.50 $5.00 5.50 all-wool, heavy 6.00 " extra heavy 6.00 Army, heavy, double-size, for Our Wool Horse Blankets are camping or for horse 1.75 full-size, well strapped, and Horse, for stable, one strap .75 adapted for street use.
" " two " Rubber, horse, Nos. 4 and 5, 6.00 $1.00 $2.00 $3.00 $4.50 6.00 Oil-cloth, Nos. 4 and 5 2.50 Fly Covers 75 to 1.25 Rubber $1.25 1.50 Linen Carriage Dusters .75 to 1.25 Rubber Ponchos 2.50 HA3IMOCKS.
Linen, full-size $3.50 Manilla $1,00 Cotton, " 1.00 Tourists' 3.50 " small-size 75 Hooks and Ropes, " patent, 14 feet $2.00 2.50 per set .75 Manilla, White and Colored, 1.75 Spreaders and Pillows, " Extra quality fine Mesh, 6.00 per set .75 S UNDRIES. Surcingles, each $0.25 $0.50 $0.75 Whips $0.37 to $7.00 Halters, " 50 .75 Canes 25 to 5.00 JSIosquito Netting, piece .^b .75.85 BUFFALO COATS.
No. 1 $15.00 No. 5 $28.00
*' 2 18.00 Nos. 3, 4 and 5 are Beaver trimmed " 3 20.00 and are made 50 inches long. " 4 22.00 CARRIAGE ROBES, Plush $2.50 Wolf $12.00 to $25.00 Wool $3.00 to 9.00 BufTalo 10.00 to 20.00 Fine English Coach 8.00 9.00 Travelling 6.00 to 10.00 Japanese 8.00 to 25.00 TRUNKS AND VALISES. Hand Bags $0.75 to $6.00 Trunks, leather cov'd $3.00 to $5.00 " Valises 75 to 8.00 " Leather 10.00 to 25.00 Bicycle Bags 2.00 Trunk Straps 75 to 1.00 Trunks zinc covered 3.00 to 5.00 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS, 69
A ten-strike is when r every pin is knocked down by one ball. A bowling alley affords much amusement. The lady is astonished at the gentleman's success.
-v^eii^'^erv-'=^'s»
One of these men has on a leather jacket, the other has not. Nothing keeps a man so warm as a leather garment. G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston, are the largest importers and manufacturers.
Isn't it jolly ! This coast-
ing in summer is a new sport. One sits in front to steer, the other rides behind. Summer Suits for children are sold by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston. 70 FURmsHiNG eesss department. G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASrl. 71
What a merry party ! Four little children in a
pony cart. The pony is fast and sure-footed, and we hope the ride will be a pleasant one.
The cook prepares the dinner; he is very busy and very earnest. Cooks' caps, aprons and jackets are made by G. W. Sim- mons & Co., Boston. See Cooks' Garments in index.
In a box at the theatre. The gentleman has on a full-Dress suit. For Dress Suits and Opera Hats, see index. 72 FURNISHING GOODS DEPARTMENT. GENT'S nRAWJEMS.
Chamois Leather, perforated Sizes, 30 to 44 $6.00 Scotch Wool " 30 to 38 2.75 " " 40 to 44 3.50 Norfolk and New Brun'ck White Merino. " 30 to 3G 1.75 " " " " . " 38 to 44 2.00
" " " " " " . " 46 to 50 2.50 Glastenbury Clouded Merino " 30 to 40 1.00 " 42 to 50 1.50
Scarlet, all wool " 30 to 44 " 1.87i " three-quarters wool " 32 to 44 1.25 Clouded Merino " 30 to 40 .50 .75 " " " 30 to 40 $1.00 $1.25 1.50 Blue Ribbed Contocook, all wool " 32 to 38 1.75 " 40 to 44 2.00 " three-quarters wool, ribbed " 32 to 40 1.00 Canton Flannel " 30 to 44 1.00 Summer Gauze " 30 to 44 .50 .63 " extra " 32 to 48 1.00 1.50 Cotton Jean " 30 to 44 .50 .75 CARDIGAN JACKETS,
Gents', plain colors, all wool, medium sizes 2.50 " " extra " 3.00 " Brown, " extra large 4.00 " with border 2.00 2.50 Chinchilla, with border $1.25 1.75 2.00 " " " " extra size 2.25 Youth's, Brown or plain colors 2.25 .75 1.00
jrjEWTJLBY.
Collar Studs, Ivory .03 Pearl .15 " " Plated, separable .25 " " Lever .25 Shirt " Plated 1.00 1.25 " Brilliants 1.75 2.00 2.50
Scarf Pins, a large assortment of patterns. . $0.50 $0.75 1.00 1.50 2.00
Cuff Buttons, " " " . . .50 .75 1.00 1.50 Pearl .35 .50 3IARKET MEN'S FROCKS.
Woolen, open front 3.50 " " " extra qualities 4.50 5.50 Linen " " l-'J'o " back 1.75 Check Gingham, open front 1.50 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 73
In playing billiards, when the balls remain touching each other they are said to be frozen. The young man has on a bil- liard jacket with silk sleeves. See index.
The gentleman assists the lady to mount. She has a pretty horse and is a graceful rider. See Rid- ing Habits in index.
See the Drum Major who leads the band. Band uniform and mili- tary work of all kinds are specialties with G. W. Simmons & Co. See index. 74 FURNISHING GOODS DEPARTMENT. AJPBONS, Students' $0.35 $0.50 Grocers', White and Brown Duck, stripe .50 Mechanics' " " " " .50 Waiters', short .20 long ,30 " short, extra wide .25 long, " " .35 . Cook, bib .35 wrist:ems. Gents', Fancy Wool .20 .25 " " " extra quality .30 .50 " " " one-half Mitten, fancy colors .50 " " Silk .75 1.00 BBACES, Youth's, Fancy .25 .35 Gents', Assorted $0.15 .25 .35 " Fancy, assorted .50 .75 Heavy .35 .50 Worsted, English .... 1.00 1.25 " Fancy " 75 .85 1.00 " Silk 1.00 1.25
" Guyot, White, and Fancy • .50 .75 " Non-Elastic .35 .50 " Argosv 25 .50 .75 .
M . . ' .25 .50 Shoulder, O. K .75 Clinch Back .50 HANDKERCHIEFS. Gents' White Cambric .10 .12 bordered .10 " Linen, plain .20 .25 " extra .30 .35 " " " border hemstitched 25 .35 .50 " Silk, fancy .50 .75 " " " extra 1.00 1.25 1.50 COLLARS AND CUFFS. Each. Per Doz. Gents' Turndown Collar, latest styles, sizes, lol to 17^ $0.17 $1.75 " E.&W. brand, latest styles, " 13^ to 1 7i .25 2.50 " Standing Collar, latest styles, " 14 to 17 .17 1.75 " E.&W. brand, latest styles " 14 to 17 .25 2.50 " String Collars 1.75 Linen Cuffs " 9^ to lU .25 2.75 " E. &W. brand.... " O^to ll| .40 4.50 Youth's Turndown Collars " 12 to 13J .13 1.35 Standing " " 12 to 13^ .13 1.35 Paper Collars and Cuffs in great variety and prices. G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 75
Some prefer long coats, and some think that short ones are the most becom- ing. G. W. Simmons & Co. cut them long, short
or medium, to suit all tastes.
These gentlemen are discussing an advertise- ment of G. W. Simmons & Go. They wonder how it is possible to make such fine suits for so little mon- ey. See Custom Dep't.
The most comfortable garment to wear when you go sleighing is a " Sleighing Cape," such as G. W. Simmons & Co. make. 76 FURNISHING GOODS DEPARTMENT. GLOVES AND MITTS,
Gents' White Kid, 2 buttons
" 1 '• Street, Dogskin, 2 buttons
Driving, Leather Palm, Lisle Thread Back, " Chamois, Lined " Oil-tanned, 2 buttons Buck " Lined " Fur, Beaver " " " extra quality Cloth, Fleece Lined, (Fownes)
Ringwood, Hand Knit, Fleece Lined " Mitts, Hand Knit, Fleece Lined Dogskin, Lined " Fur Trimmed Buck $0.75 " extra " Lined " Oil-tanned Lined White Cotton, Military 2 buttons Wool, Heavy, Knit 25 Kid Mittens " " Fur Trimmed Buck " " " extra Youth's Buck Gloves .25 Kid " Wqol Gloves and Mittens White Cotton, Military
YACHTING SHIRTS AND JERSEYS,
Eastern Yacht Club Shirt $6.50 Blue Flannel Yacht Shirt $2.50 $3.00 4.00 White " " " 2.50 Blue Jerseys, Worsted 4.50 " " Woolen 2.50 3.00 Brown " " 3.00 Green " " 3.00 " " Worsted 4.50 Stripe " Woolen 2.25 Garnet " " 3.00 " Worsted 4.50 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS, 77
The weather is warm, and the gentleman carries his hght overcoat on his arm. A very nice Spring Overcoat is sold by G. W. Simmons & Co., for $10.
Memorial Day is a legal Holiday. The survivors of the Grand Army of the Republic decorate the graves of their fallen com- rades. SeeG.A.R. in index.
Drill Jackets and Mili- tary Caps, White Gloves, Belts and Swords are sold by G. W. Simmons & Co. to pupils of all schools, academies and colleges. See DrillJackets in index. 78 FURNISHING GOODS DEPARTMENT.
GYMKASIVM, POLO, AJSTD BICYCLE GOODS. Gents' Grey Shirts, Woolen $1.50 $1.75 $2.25 Laced 2.00 2.50 " White " " 2.50 3.00 Woolen 2.25 2.50 " Worsted Jerseys, plain colors 4.50 " Woolen " " " 3.00 " Long Stockings, to match Jerseys 1.00 1.50 1.75 " Knee Tights, plain colors 3.00 FOOT BALL SUITS. Worsted Jerseys, sizes, 34 to 40 $4.50 Tights, " 26 to 36 3.00 Caps .75 Canvas Jackets 2.00 Rugby Ball, (imported) 5.00
" Bladders, separate " 2.00 Stockings, Cotton .50 .60 Woolen 1.00 1.25 " Worsted 1.50 2.00 LAWN TENNIS GOODS.
Lawn Tennis Set, No. 1, all complete $8.00 " " " " 2, " " 12.00 " " " " 3, " " 15.00 " " " '• 4, " " 20.00 " " " " 5, " " 30.00 " " Racquets $1.50 $2.00 $2.50 3.00 " " " Horseman, cork handle 5.00 Balls, per dozen 3.00 " " " covered, per dozen 4.00 " " " fancy stitched, per dozen 5.50 Separate Farts of Lawn Tennis. Nets, medium weight, 15 x 3 feet $1.50 24 X 3 " 2.00 " " " 30 X 3 " 2.50 " heavy " 36 x 3 " 3.00 42 X 3 " 3.50 Portable Poles, Guy Runners, Boundary Pegs, and all other goods required in the game of Lawn Tennis, at reasonable prices.
Laivn Tennis Outfits. White Flannel Shirts $2.25 $2.50 " " " lace 2.50 3.00 Grey " " " 2.00 2.50 " " " plain $1.50 1.75 2.25 Blue " " " $1.50 1.75 2.00 2.25 " " . " lace 2.00 2.50 Jerseys, plain color, Worsted 4.50 Knee Tights " " 3 00 Stockings 1.00 1.50 1.75 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 79
Owners of yachts can supply themselves and crews with correct uni- form. The very best goods only are sold for yacht- ing purposes. See Yacht- ing Outfits in index.
G. W. Simmons & Co. import these handsome balloons as presents for the patrons of their Boys' Department. Come and get one when they arrive.
The little boy whispers to his mother that he would like to be taken to G. W. Simmons & Co., for his new suit. We shall be glad to see him. Gents' G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 81
Santa Glaus remembers good children. See what pretty presents he has
brought for these little ones.
Norfolk Jackets, Lawn Tennis Suits, Breeches and Stockings are sold by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston. Send for samples —also, see index.
Policemen are very at- tentive and polite. Police
uniform is made by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston. See Police Outfits in index. 82 FURNISHING GOODS DEPARTMENT.
TBA VELBUS' S UJPJPLIES— Continued. Money Belts $0.75 Shawls $6.00 8.00 Shawl Straps $0.25 $0.35 .50 .75 Hair Brushes $0.25 .35 .42 .50 .75 Clothes " .50 .75 Tooth " English .25 .30 .35 .50 Shaving " .15 .25 .50 Combs .15 .20 .25 .35 " Cologne, Farina, "4711 . .50 Soap .12 .15 .20 .25 Pocket Knives 25 30 .35 .50 .75 Gloves of every description .50 to 3.00 Long Stockings .75 " 2.00 Half Hose .25 .75 Lunch Box, Cobleigh's Patent 2.25 Gents' Boston Garter .20 .50 " Sleeve Supporters .10 .15 .25 " Drawers " .12 " Straw Cuflfs, Japanese .10 GENTS' NECKWEAB, Black Silk Dress Ties, folded 25 .80 .35 .50 .62 .70 " Satin " " " .... .35 .50 White " " " " .50 .62 .75 " Silk " " " .50 .62 .75 Fancy " " " " .25 .50 .75 " Satin " " " .25 .50 .75 Four-in-Hand, for traveling shirts. .50 .62 White Lawn " per dozen .25 .50 Silk Bows, Black and Fancy .15 .20 .25 Scarf Ties (flat) " " .25 .50 .75 1.00 Puff " " " " .25 .50 .75 Windsor Ties, " " .50 .75 1.00 1.25 Black Silk Cravats 1.50 1.75 2.00 2.25 " Satin Stocks 1.00 " Bombazine Stocks .75 Full Dress Ties, Plain Colors, (latest) .35 .50 Firemen's Ties, *' " per dozen, 2.50 SOCKS. Gents' Shaker Wool Socks .25 .35 " " " extra .42 .50 " Merino, Shaw Knit .38 Cotton, " " .25
Woolen, " '' .50 Fancy Cotton Half-Hose 25 .30 .35 " " " " extra 50 .62 .75 Black Lisle " .85 1.00 Youth's Wool Socks .25 .30 " Cotton " .15 .25 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 83
Five happy children are taking a ride in a pony carriage. Be careful, Ht- tle boy, you have a very precious load.
This man washes car- riages. He wears wooden shoes, such as are import- ed from Sweden by G.W. Simmons & Co. See index.
Polo on Roller Skates is great sport. Polo Uni- form is made by G. W. Simmons & Co., who sell also, the very handsome Skating Rink Button, used by all skaters. Send for sample. .
84 FURNISHING GOODS DEPARTMENT. CBLLULOin COLLARS, CUFFS, ETC. Gents' Celluloid Turndown Collars, (sizes 14 to 18) $0.35 " " Standing " ( " 14 to 18) 25 " " " " Military, (sizes 14 to 16JL) 25 " " Cuffs, (sizes 9| to 11) per pair ' 50 " " Bosoms 75 WATFRPBOOF GOOnS. Gents' Gossamer Coats, D. B., full length $2.50 " extra $3.00 3.50 Ladies' " Circulars 2.00 2.50 Misses' " " 2.00 2.25 BATHING SUITS. Gents' Woven Bathing Suits, (one piece) $0.75 $1.00 $1.50 " (two pieces) .75 1.00 " Flannel 1.50 2.00 2.50 Youth's " " " .75 1.00 " and Boys' Bathing Trunks 15 .20 .25 .35 .50 Ladies' Bathing Suits, Cotton Cheviot 1.75 " Flannel, Fancy Trimmed . . 2.25 2.75 '' Blue Flannel . . 3.00 4.50
Misses' " " Flannel, " . 2.00 2.50 " Blue Flannel, " . . 3.25 " Cotton Cheviot, " . . 1.75 Ladies' " Caps, Oil Silk 20 .25 .35 extra .50 .75 " Rubber .42 .50 SPORTING AND GY3IWASIUM GOODS. Boating Jerseys $2.25 $2.50 $3.00 $4.50 Football " Canvas 2.00 Worsted 4.00 4.50 Woolen 2.50 3.00 Gymnasium Jerseys, Worsted, Short Sleeves, 3.50 4.00 Cotton, " " .75 1.25 Tights, Worsted 3.00 " " Cotton .75 Football " Worsted 3.00 Lawn Tennis Shirts, Woolen, plain 1.00 1.50 1.75 2.50 " " " " lace 2.00 2.50 3.00 Yachting " 2.50 3.00 4.00 6.50 Bicycle Hose 1.00 1.50 1.75 Football " 50 .75 1.00 1.50 Bathing Drawers 25 .30 .35 .50 Football Caps .75 Running Drawers .75 3.00 Towels, Crash 15 .20 .25 .35 Turkish .25 .50 1.00 Long Stockings, plain colors $0.50 1.00 1.50 1.75 2.00 ——
G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 85
Stilt-Walking requires daring and dexterity. All boys enjoy the sport. Spring and Fall are the proper seasons for stilts.
This is a picture of the fastest horse on the track. Jockey Suits, (jackets, caps and breech- es) are made and sold by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston. See "Jockey" in index.
Knee - breeches with stockings will be much worn this season by all who go to the country.
See Knee - Breeches in index. .
86 MILITARY DDPyqRTMDNT.
TJNIFOBMS.
Army Overcoats 'Lib to $ 5.00 Brakeman's " Blouses. . 1.25 3.00 Knight Templars' .... G. A. R. " ... 1.50 5.00 I. O. O. F. Enc
S. of V. " ... 1.50 5.00 Knights of Pythias . . Army Pants 3.50 Porters'; Hotel Yacht Coat, Vest Pullman Car and Pants .... 12.00 20 00 Bell Boys' Artillery Jackets 1.25 Telegraph Cavalry " 1.25 Military Capes Inf. Dress Coats 5.00 11.00 Drum Majors'
UNIFORMS. Rail'y Mail Service . . " Post Office Military Fatigue . 5.00 9.00 " Campaign Band " . 5.00 15.00 Military Dress. .. 10.00" 25.00 Skating Rink " Band " ... 10.00 25.00 Base Ball Drum Corps 7.00 " 14.00 A. O. H Police and Conductors' Coachmen's Firemen's Coat, Vest and Pants Waiters'
White Duck Pants , .. $1.00 Uniforms for Colleges and Mil itary Academies a specialty. Prices on application. SATS AND CAPS. Military Fatigue Caps $0 .75 to ^1.25 Band " " ,75 1.50 Firemen's " " ,75 " 1.25 " I. O. O. F. " " 1 ,25 1.75 " Knight Templars' 1. 25 1.75 Knights of Pythias 1 ,25 " 1.75 Letter Carriers' Caps !• 25 1.50 College Caps, Oxford 3.50 .75 1.25 Military Shakos 2 ,00 3.50 Band " 2 ,00 3.50 Military Helmets, Felt 2 50 3.75 Cork Body 3 ,00 5.50 White Duck Helmets 1 ,25 3.50 Nickel Plated Helmets, for Bands and Societies 4 ,50 7.00 Firemen's Helmets 2 ,50 6.00 Police 2 ,50 4.00 Navy 3 ,50 4.50 Silk Plush 4 ,50 6.00 " Line Officers' 4 ,50 5.50 Field " with Plumes 10 ,00 15.00 M'ted " 10 ,00 15.00 G. W, SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 87
There is nothing so re- freshing in summer as a glass of pure spring water. When ready for summer suits, leave or- ders with G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston.
When spring comes, gentlemen lay aside their winter overcoats, arctics, fur gloves and soft hats, and put on new suits and spring overcoats. G.W. Simmons & Go. supply the wants of the best dressed men in Boston.
This was the style of dress worn by a class of men called "dudes." It was very absurd and short-lived, and gave the wearers a very foolish look. 88 MILITARY DEPARTMENT.
HATS AND CAPS,— Continued, Officers' Summer Helmets, Duck $400 to $5.50 Cloth 4.50 " 6.00 Sailor Caps 1.00 1.25 " Navy " 1.25 2.50 " New Re-ulation 2.00 " 3.50 ^' " Yacht " 1.25 2.50 " Straw Hats 1.00 1.25 " Railway Mail Service 2.00 2.50 Polo Caps 50" 1.00 Skating Rink Caps 75 " 1.50 " Base Ball " 25 .lb Firemen's Leather Hats o.75 " 5.00 " Society Caps 75 1.50 " Silk Plush Chapeaux 3.00 6.00 Folding " 10.00 " 18.00 Bearskin Hals 10.00 " 25.00 Drum Majors' Hats 10.00 " 25.00 Navy Chapeaux 15.00 " 25.00 3IILITARY AND UNIFOltM CLOTHS,
Broadcloth, Fancy Colors, | Cloth, Dark Blue, | " Army Kersey, Light Blue, f Flannel, " f " Doeskin, " " -| Cadet Grey, § BAND LA3IPS Nickel Plated, Weight, 2\ ounces $0.50 MJETAL OBNAMUNTS FOB HATS AND CABS. Bugles, per dozen $0.75 to $1.25 " Rifles " 75 1.00 " Sabres " 75 1.00 Crossed Cannons, per dozen 75 " 1.00 Gilt Cap Ornaments, each 25 .50 " Gilt Hat Ornaments " 25 .50 Gilt and Plated Wreaths, per dozen .75 " G. A. R. Wreaths, per dozen 1.25 " " S. of V. " " 1.25 Metal Figures and Letters, " .50 BMBBOIDEBBD CAB OBNAMBNTS. Crossed Cannons, Rifles or Sabres $1.00 Bugles 1.00 Wreaths with Three Letters .75 Stars $0.25 to .50 Badges, one-half inch Letters, per Letter .10 Engineers' Wreaths .75 G. A. R, " .75 S. of V. " .75 O. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 89
This is another extreme of fashion which certain
men have adopted. It is more popular than the
" dude's " overcoat. It is called the Newmarket.
The best and lowest priced suits in Boston are made by G. W. Simmons & Co., in their Custom Department. Able cut- ters are employed; no delays are allowed, and fit is guaranteed. See Custom Dep't in index.
Spring time brings flow-
ers. These little girls are picking daisies and but- tercups. The country looks fresh and green. 90 MILITARY DEPARTMENT.
BADGES.—Printed in Gold. Brakeman, Conductor and Railroad ^0.25 Yacht .50 Dance .25 to 1.25 All kinds of Society Badges made to order. SEWED BUNTING FLAGS.
6x3 . ...$ 4.20 18x9 $15.00 27x13 .$36.00 9x4JL. .... 5.30 18x101 17.00 27x15 38.00
9x6 . .... 6.40 21x101 20.00 27x20 44.00
12x6 . .... 9.00 21x12" 21.50 30x15 42.00 I2x7i 10.00 24x12 27.00 30x20 52.00 15x7| 12.00 24x13^ 29.00 33x20 50.00 15x9 13.00 24x15" 31.00 36x20 62.00
Flags of all Nations made to order. We also keep Printed Silk and Muslin Flags on sticks. Company, Regimental, and Presentation Silk and Bunting Flags made to order.
Flag Bunting, wool, any color, 25 cents per yard. " " cotton, for Decorating, 10 cents per yard. SWORDS.
Grand Army of the Republic . . $4.50 to $8.00 Sons of Veterans' 4.50 '* 8.00 Medical Officers' 15.00 Regulation Field and Line Officers', Gilt Mounted, Nickel Scabbard 10.00 Military Regulation, Nickel Scabbard 5.50 " 7.00 Non-Commissioned Officers 5.50 " 7.00 Presentation Swords 20.00 " lOO.OO Cavalry and Artillery Sabres 1.00 " 10.00 . " Sergeants' Swords ' 3.50 4.50
We keep all kinds of Military and Society Swords. GVNS AND 31USKETS. Mu2zle-loading Muskets, with Bayonets $1.50 to $3.00 Breech " " " " 3.50 " 8.00
Enfield Rifles " '• 2.00 PLUMES AND rOMF03IS.
Cock Plumes, for Shakos, Buffalo Helmet. $1.25 to $3.50 " " $1.25 to $2.00 Horse-Hair .75 1.50 " " . Cock Plumes, Officers' 3.50 5.00 Drum Majors' . 2.00 2.50 " (Fountain) 1.50 '' 2.25 x\igrette Plumes 2.00 " B.OO " Vulture " •' 2.00 " 2.50 Horse .50 " 2.00 " Upright, .50 " 1.00 Worsted Pompoms. .15 " .30 G. W, SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 91
This gentleman repre- sents the firm of G. W. Simmons & Co., and begs to assure his friends of his heartfelt gratitude for long - continued patron- age.
The telephone enables any one to talk with per- sons at a distance, and to hear their replies. G. W. Simmons & Co. receive many orders in this way.
This boy inquires of G. W. Simmons & Co. about a suit of clothes. He will purchase a new suit. 92 MILITARY DEPARTMENT. BELTS.
Base Ball, Tennis, and Polo 25 to .75 Generals', Embroidered $40.00 " $60.00 " Line and Field Officers', Gold Lace 10.00 15.00 " " " " Gilt 6.50 " 8.00 " Officers', Enameled Leather, Service 2.00 3.00 " G. A. R. Officers', Sword 1.75 2.50 " S. of V. " " 1.75 2.50 Belts with Throg 1.00 1.25 G. A. R. Belts, Enameled Leather 1.00 " " " Patent " .75 " " " Webbing .63 S. of V. " Enameled Leather 1.00 " " " Patent " .75 " " " Webbing .63 Band " Leather 75 to 1.25 " « " Lace 1.75 3.50 Firemens' " Fancy Leather 75 " 1.50 Spanner " .75 " Knights of Pythias Belts 2.50 3.50 " Templars " 2.00 3.00 " I. 6. O. F. " 2.50 3.50 " A. O. H. " 75 2.50 " Navy, Lace " 12.00 18.00 " Service " 4.50 " Banner and Flag " 2.50 5.50 All kinds of Band, Military and Society Belts made to order, SWOMD KNOTS.
Gilt $2.00 Gilt Wire, Navv $3.00 Gold 5.00 Gold " " 6.50 SSOULDBn KNOTS.
Worsted, Band $0.75 to $1.25 Gilt, Band $1.50 to $3.00 We keep all kinds of Military and Band Knots. SHO IILDER STRAPS.
Embroidered Gold Bullion. Majors' $4.50 Captains' $4.00 Lieut.-Colonels' 4.50 Ist-Lieutenants' 3.50 Colonels' 5.50 2d-Lieutenants' 3.00 Metal Straps, all ranks 1.00 Straps for Societies and Bicycle Clubs made to order. GAUNTLETS AND GLOVES. Per Dozen. Buck Gauntlets .... $1.00 to $1.75 White Cotton Gloves, $1.50 to $2.00 " French, 2.50 White or Buff Thread, 3.00 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 93
A little girl is listening to an invitation from a friend who lives out of town, to come and pay her a visit.
This lady is talking with her husband, who is at his office, down town. It is a great convenience to be able to talk with peo- ple at a distance in this manner.
Cassocks and clerical robes of every description are furnished by G. W. Simmons & Co., Boston. See Clergy in index. 94 MILITARY DEPARTMENT. SPITMS,
Dragoon, per pair. . .75 to $1.25 Patent Pocket, per pair. " Screw, " " . . $2.00 2.50
SAT AN^D CAP COBJD.
Gilt 25 to .75 G. A. R. Hat Cords.. . .25 .35 " Gold $1.25 $2.00 All Gilt " " . . . .50to$1.00 KWAPSACKS.
Emameled Cloth, per dozen $18.00 to $33.00
EQVIPMEJSfTS,
Bayonet Scabbards. .75 to $1.50 Dress Equip'mts, lea. $3.50 to $6.00 " " Cartridge Boxes .. . $1.00" 1.50 web. 2.75" 3.50
3ITTSIC POUCHES,
Emameled Leather. $1.25 to $1.75 Patent Leather 75 to $1.25 Fancy Cloth, with Lace $1.50 " 2.00
DRUM MAJORS' BATOWS.
Malacca Stick, Cord and Tassels $10.00 to $15.00
BALDRICS—BRUM 3IAJORS\
Fancy Cloth, Trimmed with Lace $6.00 to $1^2.00 Gilt Lace 12.00 " 15.00
LEGGINGS,
Duck 50 to $1.00 Enameled Leather. . $2.50 to $5 50 Russet Leather .... $2.00 " 3.50
SASHES,
Worsted $2.50 Silk '. $6.00 to $15.00
MILITARY WEBBING,
2-inch, per yard 12 2i-inch, per yard 15 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS. 95
Leave your measures in Custom Department with G. W. Simmons & Co., and in one week perfect fitting garments will be delivered. See "Custom Work" in index.
Under the mistletoe. A gentleman's privilege, in
England, is to kiss any lady he finds under the mistletoe bough at Christ- mas season.
"Tiddledies" is what the boys call this sport. They are running on thin
ice to feel it bend. Look out, boys, or you will get a ducking. . .
96 MILITARY DEPARTMENT. OFFICERS' BALJDBICS.
Gilt Lace $15.00 to $18.00 Gold Lace $25.00 AIGULETS.
Gilt. .00 to $15.00 Gold.. $23.00 DRUMS Prussian Model Rosewood or Mahogany Shell, $8.50 Brass Shell, with Rods 9.00 Nickel Plated Shell 12.00 German Silver " 15.00 Bass Drums .00 to 20.00 B UTTONS,
Per Dozen. Per Dozen. Infantry, Coat 30 to .75 Line, Coat .75 Vest 15 " .38 " Vest .38 State, Coat 30 " .75 Post Office, Coat .50 " Vest 15 " .38 " Vest .25 Eagle, Coat 30 " .75 Navy, Gilt Plated, Coat 1.25 Vest 15 " .38 Jacket .87 Bicvcle Coat .75 Vest ,75 Vest .38 Gold " Coat 2.00
Skating Rink, Coat. . . . .75 Jacket 1,50 " Vest .... .38 Vest 1.00 Anchor, Coat 30 " .75 Railroad, Coat .75 Vest 15 " .88 " Vest .38 Yacht, Coat 30 " .75 Livery. Coat 1.00 Vest 15 " .38 '' Vest .50 Police, Coat .75 Fire Dep't, Coat .75 Vest .38 Vest .38 G. A. R., Coat 25 " ,42 Band, Coat .30 to .75 " Vest 13 " .21 " Vest .15 .38 " S. of v.. Coat 25 .42 Black Rubber, Coat. . . .38 " Vest 13 .21 Vest. . . .19 " Staff, Coat ,75 Lasting, Coat. . .25 " " Vest .38 Vest. . .15 FBA ULETS.
Gilt Bullion... $3.50 to $8.00 Worsted SI. 75 to $2.50 UORSE EQUIP31ENTS.
Saddles $5.00 to $25.00 Breast Plates $4.00 to $6.00 Bridles 4.00 " 10.00 Saddle Cloths .... 1.50 " 10.00 G. W. SIMMONS & CO., BOSTON, MASS.
Two friends meet ; they shake hands, and seem pleased to see each other. Both are well dressed men and patrons of G. W. Simmons & Co.
Roller Skating i s a fa- vorite sport for all ages. The best Roller Skating costumes are made by G. W. Simmons & Go. See Roller Skating costumes in index.
Messengers' Uniform; uniform for bell-boys, ele- vator boys, pages, but- tons, telegraph boys, and all who require correct outfit. See Uniform in index.