19 Aug 1917
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1917
Page
1
The store commemorates 36 years with a sale to thank customers for their loyalty. The note laments rising prices across goods from sugar to flour and textiles, noting foods and wearables are climbing beyond old prices as they seek to attract shoppers today.
New stock of jaunty sport hats in felt and seasonal fabrics arrives with white hats in profusion and bright colored models. Last word on hats arrived Saturday and goes on display Monday. shoppers can find new styles and bargain colored trimmed hats priced at $1 and $2, valued up to $25.00.
An advertisement touts Linton's Spring Water as pure germless water for health and comfort. It promises fresh spring water twice daily, cooled in sanitary coolers and freely available to patrons and employees.
Mercerised damask with 72 inch width offered at Michaels at 89 cents per yard. Patterns resemble $2.00 linens while high quality fabric is priced much lower.
Not a fad needlework offers profitable results with a wide variety of pieces. The notice urges readers to visit and view the assortment, promising satisfaction and value after purchase.
Hartmann Trunk Company offers trunks praised as the finest in the business sold exclusively in Athens by Michael's. Open top cushions, superb finish, rounded dovetail corners, and careful arrangement highlight the 16 superior points. A descriptive booklet is available.
A sale offers standard bed sheets 63 by 90 inches at 89 cents each and pillow cases 45 by 36 inches at 25 to 30 cents each. Readers are advised to stock up for a full year, with claims of long lead times before similar offers return.
The department highlights rugs curtains draperies and shades with a complete range of new pretty items. It promotes saving money and encourages shoppers to visit Michaels when ready to buy.
Another shipment of striped and plaid silks arrives in new patterns and colorings. Stripes sell for 2.25 dollars and plaids 2.00 dollars, with color blends designed to inspire dress purchases.
Silk skirts advertised at less than fabric cost. Marked originally $7.50, now placed on sacrifice list and selling for $4.98 each. The ad emphasizes rapid clearance and value for money.
In warm weather you can get a Thermos bottle filled or repaired at the store. We carry original Thermos bottles and offer quick service without a wait. New prices list CARAFFEL $5, QUARTS $4, PINTS $2.75.
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