How did rag-and-bone men advertise their services?
Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Rag-and-Bone Man
Rag-and-bone men traditionally advertised their services through word of mouth, local community interactions, and by using distinctive calls or cries as they walked through neighborhoods. They often rang bells or shouted phrases to announce their presence, signaling to residents that they were collecting unwanted items like rags, bones, and scrap materials for resale or recycling.