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R. F. Schorah, Fine Groceries and Delicacies, Fine Wines, Liquors, etc., No. 739 DeKalb Avenue-In these modern days almost every conceivable article of feud is sold by the grocer, and upon the character of our grocery houses, therefore, depends to a great extent the value and purity of the food supply of the whole country, and especially of our large cities, it is accordingly a pleasure to notice in our review of the trade in Brooklyn establishments of such high reputation and standing as that of Mr. R. F. Schorah, a well- known dealer in fine groceries and delicacies and choice wines, liquors, etc., for family use, and making specialties of Gordon & Dilworth's fruits in glass, Teysonneau fruits, Keiller's jams, etc., Moir's soups, game pates, Chutney's and Curry's French peas, mushrooms, Irish and Scotch oatmeal, Stilton, Roquefort, fromage De Brie, pine apple, Edam, Parmesan, and English dairy cheese, Bertrand's oil, anchovies and pastes, Italian macaroni, sardines in oil and truffles, Spanish olives, capers, French prunes, cocoas and chocolates, and table vinegars. He has been established in trade here since 1884, and occupies a large and handsome store, 25x80 feet in size, the fittings and general arrangements of which are admirable. The stock of goods is large and complete. In cereals the proprietor keeps a full line, and in teas his selections of Oolong, Japan, English breakfast, and fine China green teas are noted for flavor, delicacy of aroma, and strength. His old Government Java coffee, fresh, pure, and ground while you wait, is a favorite with connoisseurs everywhere. The variety of canned goods is endless, and the assortment of table delicacies is worthy of attention by all housekeepers. To attempt an enumeration of the goods displayed would be an endless task. It is safe to say, "he keeps everything:' Prices are of the lowest and trade is lively all over the city. Mr. Schorah is a native of England and a resident of this country fur the past twenty-five years. Having the best store en the street, with every facility at hand for supplying his patrons promptly and satisfactorily, and possessing time confidence of the community in the highest degree, his large and influential trade has followed as a natural result. 


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Transcribed exclusively for the Brooklyn Genealogical Information Pages: Nancy E Lutz

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