Article taken from The Portsmouth Times, February 11, 1893
We teach the English Merchant Tailoring system - the cheapest and best in the world, besides ordinary sewing, lining, basting, draping with no limit to lessons. We guarantee thorough instructions in every department. Remember our system is the tailor square, the only method of cutting now recognized by first class modistes. Scholars learn on their own dresses, and can even at any time during school, or any time between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Any person can recieve instruction in the evening. Prices within the reach of all. Call and investigate rooms 13, 14, and 15 Elk Building.