nov 17, 1845 - Invention of the Mail-Order Catalog (Story: 2/10)

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A mail-order catalog is a publication generated by manufacturers that is mailed to your home. It is similar to a magazine, and allows consumers to purchase clothes, furniture, and other goods by mail. It brought the nation closer together through a common experience and revolutionized American businesses by using advertising to influence public opinion.

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