Plebeian ☑️ ☑️ on Nostr: Sears, Roebuck and Co. was founded in 1886 by Richard Sears and Alvah Roebuck as a ...
Sears, Roebuck and Co. was founded in 1886 by Richard Sears and Alvah Roebuck as a mail-order company. The duo started their venture selling watches and jewelry with a small investment of $5,000.
In later years, Sears & Roebuck expanded its inventory, offering everything from clothing and home goods to farm equipment and automobiles.
By the early 20th century, Sears had become one of the largest retailers in the United States, with a catalog eagerly anticipated by millions of Americans.
In later years, Sears & Roebuck expanded its inventory, offering everything from clothing and home goods to farm equipment and automobiles.
By the early 20th century, Sears had become one of the largest retailers in the United States, with a catalog eagerly anticipated by millions of Americans.