28 May 1916
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1916
Page
1
Michael's promotes the final week of its May sale with bargains on ready to wear wool suits and many dresses at low prices. Shoppers are urged to attend the opening days, with May purchases charged to June accounts.
A large shipment of dresses arrives this week featuring many late ideas and self trimmed garments. The report notes an almost complete new lot for Monday showing Misses and Ladies dresses priced at 3.98, 5.75, 7.50 and 10.00, values higher in many cases.
Opportunity to buy coat suits at less than half price with many conservative models fit for fall. Scarcity in wool and dye markets signals higher prices if relief is delayed, so act now on this special offer.
June brides are invited to view a silk underwear display featuring Crepe de Chine and Wash Satin garments. The assortment includes gowns teddies and camisoles in pink and white with lace trim and hand embroidery.
A retailer promotes a large line of Soutees sized 6 to 14 with many gingham dresses at 58 cents each. Emphasizes affordable fittings and better white dresses for children priced from 1 to 650 dollars.
The store advertises a large selection of summer fabrics including reception voiles Burtons 200 Voile lace voiles and corded voiles. Prices are 25c yard for selected fabrics and 35c yard for lace voiles and similar items all at 40 inches wide.
A catalog note describes printed Flaxon fabric in linen finished form with many designs. It advertises 15 cents per yard for the material and contrasts it with ordinary muslins, claiming a broader pattern selection.
A large lot of muslin gowns is offered at 1.00 and 1.25 dollars each. The advertisement notes white goods scarcity and claims exceptional value for the money with wide selection and clear bargains.
A local sale advertises muslin teddies trimmed with lace and embroidery in dainty styles. Items are offered at summer prices with real bargains not cut prices, priced from 50 cents and up.
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