Project Gutenberg 2007-06-04 Public domain in the USA. 364 Brooks, Henry M. (Henry Mason) 1822 1898 Brooks, Henry Mason The Olden Time Series, Vol. 4: Quaint and Curious Advertisements Gleanings Chiefly from Old Newspapers of Boston and Salem, Massachusetts Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Christine D. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "The Olden Time Series, Vol. 4: Quaint and Curious Advertisements" by Henry M. Brooks is a historical compilation written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on an assortment of intriguing advertisements from old newspapers, particularly those of Boston and Salem, offering a glimpse into the social norms and trends of the past. The collection invites readers to engage with the amusing and often absurd manners of advertisement from earlier times, reflecting societal values and customs that might seem quaint or curious today." "The opening of this volume presents the reader with a series of quaint advertisements that span various topics and themes, showcasing announcements from the 18th century. These advertisements range from notices about personal items lost or found, business ventures, and unique services to humorous appeals and social commentaries. The tone is light and reflective, inviting the audience to appreciate the historical context and cultural significance of these snippets of daily life, while highlighting the peculiar language and styles of the time." (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 68.6 (8th & 9th grade). 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