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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1920

Page

6

Early Hope of Drop In Shoe Prices Was Unfounded

New York reports confusion over alleged price cuts on standard shoes under ten dollars. John Slater’s statement sparked nationwide headlines but officials clarified the plan was limited to New York City and would not apply to all footwear.

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Price Commission debate on shoe taxation and costs

A budget discussion outlines that shoe prices cannot drop despite calls for cheaper footwear. Officials argue luxury tax on items above ten dollars removes them from necessities under the Lever Act and suggests current orders for fall deliveries command higher prices, with merchants operating on slim profit margins.

HEM-ROID tablet promoted by H. R. Palmer

An advertisement touts HEM-ROID tablets for hemorrhoid relief with claims of safety and rapid effect. It mentions Dr. Lean trying the product and offers a money back guarantee if not satisfied, urging readers to obtain the remedy from H. R. Palmer.

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