Carpets and oil cloths and matting rugs, oh my. On this day in 1877, readers learned that William Abbott, auctioneer, was ready to sell the stock of the late firm of A.L. Dexter and the contents of his store. Regrettably, the sale would take place at 112 Court St., corner of State Street, Brooklyn, New York.

— Museum of Old Newbury

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