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"The subscriber respectfully acquaints the citizens of Boston, and the public in general, that he has established a HOTEL, in Leverett's Lane, opposite the Quaker's Meeting-House, under the denomination of THE RESTORATOR -- by which it is to be understood a Resort, where the infirm in health, the convalescent, and those whose attention to studious business occasions a lassitude of nature; can obtain the most suitable nourishment.
This plan unites usefulness with economy: for as spirits are not to be used therin; and all gaming disallowed; it's usefulness is apparent. Its economy will be obvious, when it is known, that any person can here call for as much, or as little refreshment, as he pleases, and pay for no more than he consumes.
Excellent Wines and Cordials, good Soups and Broths, Pastry, in all its delicious variety, Alamode Beef, Bacon, Poultry, and, generally, all other refreshing viands, will be kept in due preparation: And a Bill of Fare will be kept constantly for exhibition ; from which each visitor may command whatever may best suit his appetite.
As this intuition is founded on utility and convenience, and has been productive of great benefits in European cities, the Subscriber anticipates the patronage of the public ; to merit which, his best exertions shall be made -- and his gratitude acknowledge every favor.
JULIEN,
Late steward to the Hon. M. LeTombe, Consul of the French Republic.  July 12, 1793"




Mr. Julien has received a fresh supply of Green Sea Turtles, of a middling size, and will kill one every day.  The public by calling at his Hotel, will find TURTLE SOUP, prepared in the best manner, and ready for sale at 11 o'clock A.M.
He has also for Sale, an assortment of excellent Martinico CORDIALS.



TL;DR:  "I'm Julien, I'm opening up a restaurant for the sick but also for anybody else who wants good food.  No drinking or gambling, and our prices are fair. Here are some of our dishes. We use menus; here's how they work.  This is all the rage in Europe, y'all.
Also, we kill a turtle every day, and I'm overly fond of punctuation.

Wow!

Date: 2017-02-17 08:29 pm (UTC)
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From: [personal profile] misstia
What a find!!

It's 220+ years later and I still feel bad for the turtles!

Date: 2017-02-17 11:31 pm (UTC)
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From: [personal profile] pronker
Reading this, it's no wonder many folks didn't enjoy reading. Had to LOL at the TLDR.

Date: 2017-02-18 07:47 am (UTC)
From: [identity profile] ejia-arath03.livejournal.com
Mr. Julien has received a fresh supply of Green Sea Turtles, of a middling size, and will kill one every day. Unless his demands are met.
Edited Date: 2017-02-18 07:54 am (UTC)

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