07 Oct 1917
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1917
Page
1
Fashion minded customers flock to Michael's to view new autumn arrivals and Liberty Bond inspired deals. The store touts up to date styles at reasonable prices and invites shoppers to explore the extensive assortment.
A retailer promotes a wide range of women’s suits from $15 to $300. The ad highlights Patria ultra fashionable models unavailable elsewhere and contrasts with Michael’s main suit styles plus economical lines. It invites readers to attend a display and take advantage of the current prices.
New arrivals feature blouses in white silk with embroidery at 5.75 to 6.75 and colored silk with beads at 5.76. Georgette Crepe versions in brown bisque navy grey taupe and plum range 5.75 to 9.50 while Crepe de Chine waists in white and flesh start at 3.98.
We offer imported table linens in many patterns not matched with napkins. Damask at 1.75 to 2.00 per yard and napkins 4.50 to 6.50 per dozen. Items are high quality, priced far below real worth, cheaper than wholesale. Buy now to stock up if matching not required.
Bloomers for the children on cool days are offered in a full line of black and white sateen in sizes with prices from 68c to 76c. The ad promises comfort and pleasure for kids and urges shoppers to stock up if they have not used children’s bloomers before.
A local ad promotes 36 inch panne velvet in African Brown Wisteria Purple Black and Green at 3.50 a yard 2.50 a yard for another option. The soft pliant velvet is described as high quality and hard to find with favorable width.
Distinctive patterns showcase colors and color combinations for dresses. Satin charmeuse provides soft lustrous wear and satin fabrics remain popular. Crepe de chine lines join plaids and stripes in a full range of colors and quality chosen at Michael’s.
A shipment of Honeymoon nainsook arrives in boxed sets. The fabric is 40 inches wide with ten yards per bolt. Prices range from 3.50 to 4.50 for Honeymoon grades and 2.25 to 3.00 for other grades per bolt.
Fragmentary note mentions cooperation with nanotechnology terms and a TM reference, unclear context, and no identifiable people or organizations.
Paris fashion insights arrive as women adapt to military silhouettes with waist emphasis and elongated lines. The corset remains vital for comfort and figure, guiding daily wear for busy war-time life, with new Warner’s Rust-Proof and Redfern Car sets available.
Michaels promotes the latest fur ideas with a 36 year local presence and guarantees on authentic furs. Coats priced 95 to 300 dollars, red fox sets highlighted, black coney collars and muffs from 2.98 to 15 dollars, other furs 17.50 to 150 dollars. Also new outing gowns with striped checked and solid patterns priced from 9.80 to 200 dollars in the second floor underwear section.
Hat shop highlights large and small velvet hats in purple Scrat tones plus smart ostrich trim options for afternoon wear. Various medium shapes are shown, with exclusive Jeauvelle knitting set offered. prices range from 2.98 to 6.50.
A retail note highlights a wide, well sorted stock at Michaels with wool and serviceable sweaters for women and misses, plus knitted caps for cold days and a large assortment. It emphasizes good colors and broad options to fit customers.
A store promotes its autumn dresses with sash ends, braids, and a range of satin and velvet pieces in leading colors. It highlights modish silk dresses and charming outfits for many tastes. Also touts Turkish towels from 26 cents, with face cloths to match, advertised as gift-worthy.
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