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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1902
Page
5
A vivid display of carpets rugs and draperies in Atlanta promises strong values. Prices for Smiths 10 wire Brussels carpet regular 75c yard and other patterns are cut to 55c to 69c yard with Monday sale. Saxony Lace Curtains Irish Point Curtains and large mattresses and feather pillows offered at sharp discounts.
Readable listing shows first floor sale of bed spreads blankets and comforts. Includes various blankets from 88 cents to 3.95 per pair and eiderdown comforts at 2.60, with items described as large full size and satin bound. Limited quantities, Monday only.
Busy linen section showcases a Monday sale with Turkish red table linen at 40 cents a yard, 66 inch German table linen at 60 cents, damask pieces from 66 to 72 inches wide at 85 cents to 1 dollar a yard, 72 inch Latin damask at 1.25, 100 dozen pure linen table napkins at 1.60 per dozen, Pepperell sheets and pillowcases offered at discounted prices, all limited to Monday.
The People’s Store announces Monday morning opening with a wide array of bargains. Stock shown will be complete and merchandise offered at prices lower than any Atlanta competitor would dare match.
Bright silk fall wear advertised with a large variety of designs and patterns. Many black taffeta and peau de soie silks labeled at special Monday prices, including 60 cent and 1.00 dollar ranges, plus Liberty laces and plaid silks. Quantity notes imply a limited sale afoot with dozens of pieces and styles offered at reduced rates.
Air filled with dressmaking chatter as vendors rush fall fabrics and low prices. Thousands of yards of popular weaves offered at deep discounts, including 38 inch Pancy won dress goods at 265 cents, silk and wool waistings at low prices, all wool waistings and flannels in bold shades, fancy plaids, Melton cloths, satin face all wool Venetians, and camel hair serges with substantial savings for Monday sale.
A thrift listing notes savings in small coins, urging patrons to shop the department. Highlights include a large lot of children’s book straps, aluminum thimbles in all sizes, toothbrushes priced 18 to 25 cents, combs for ladies and misses, and Turkey Red Embroidery Cotton spools advertised at nine tenths of a cent.
A local retailer promotes gloves, corsets, and hosiery with guarantees. Ladies 2 clasp Kid Gloves in all sizes and colors offered below list price, plus imports at 98c and 25c deals on dress gloves. Corsets by Warner Bros. and other makers offered at 46c, Lisle finish hosiery 28c, and Boys' seamless stockings at 25c, all available Monday.
The Ready-to-Wear Department lists a wide range of Ladies Suits, Skirts, Waists, Petticoats and Wrappers. Featured are $7.50 to $10 suits in Venetian and Broadcloth with new jackets and trim details, plus $3.98 to $8.98 skirts and $2.98 waists, all marked as Monday specials with various sales prices and fabric finishes.
A southern department store advertises a Monday sale of textiles and fabrics. Yard wide bleached sheeting and sea island varieties are offered at deep discounts, with prices quoted per yard and references to comparable brands and weights. The ad highlights remnant fabrics and cotton flannel, promising strong values and a wide assortment for shoppers.
Readable fragments advertise white porcelain breakfast plates 680c per set and white porcelain cups and saucers with black handles 60c per set. Rochester lamps with 10 inch shade and 60 candle power priced at $3.50 for a one day sale. Also 100 piece dinner sets in blue and green decorative pattern valued at $10 offered Monday.
A sale features hats and an array of trimming items including birds feathers wings breasts quills pon pons bandoes plaques and more. Items priced up to 4 dollars each with special taking choice tomorrow.
A sale offers 662 trimmed and untrimmed hats for fall and winter 1902 8 from a leading U S millinery house. Hats retailing up to 8 dollars and valued at 5 or 6 dollars are featured. See the collection today or tomorrow to choose preferred styles at special prices.
New York buyer ships 200 framed pictures sized 22 by 26 inches to be placed on the bargain counter Monday and sold at one dollar each, a significant discount from the usual five dollar retail price.
An editorial advocates universal voter participation to harness business influence for efficient city governance. It argues registration and voting are essential, warns against nonvoting inertia, and urges drastic measures if needed to ensure every qualified citizen votes. It highlights needs: better streets, water, police, sanitation, schools, and lower taxes through business support.
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