Rare, original historical publication of Dollars and Sense (Vol. I, No. 2), published in Cleveland, Ohio, in May 1889. Issued by Spencer, Felton and Loomis at the Spencerian Business College, this lightweight 8-page quarto-format promotional and informational periodical offers a fascinating window into late-19th-century regional commerce, education, and social culture.

KEY FEATURES AND HISTORICAL CONTENT

Cover Story and Art: Features a magnificent front-page wood engraving by Van Leyen and Co. of Detroit, detailing an active maritime scene of Great Lakes steamships and schooners. The accompanying article (Lake Shipping) covers the evolution from wooden vessels to steel-hulled triple-expansion steamships.

Historic Shorthand and Shorthand History: Includes a transcript of a major career guidance address on the Qualifications Necessary for Success as a Stenographer and Type-Writer highlighting the rising role of women in the 1880s business workforce.

Local Ohio Interest: Features a biography and engraved portrait of penmanship teacher George J. Wallis (born in Summit County, OH), plus a local Personals directory listing jobs secured by 1889 local business graduates.

Historic Remington Back-Page Advertisement: Features a fantastic back-cover ad for the Remington Standard Typewriter (Wyckoff, Seamans and Benedict on Euclid Ave). The ad boasts the historic 1888 typing records set by legendary touch-typing pioneer Frank E. McGurrin.

Vintage Ads: Local ads for Cleveland businesses including Hirsch, King and Co. Pianos, Parish and Dodd Photographers, and Doan Dining Parlors.

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Format: Folded paper quarto booklet (8 pages total)

Dimensions (Closed): Approximately 11 1/2 inches by 7 1/2 inches

CONDITION REPORT

This is an authentic, 130 plus year old paper item. It shows expected signs of age including natural paper toning and browning. Please note there is a prominent series of horizontal and vertical fold marks across the issue from historical storage, as well as minor edge wear and slight splitting along parts of the folds. The text and illustrations remain entirely legible and stable. Please review the photos carefully to evaluate the exact condition before purchasing.

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