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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1920
Page
10
The August Sale continues with four to five galleries of furniture, furs, coats, suits and dry goods. Deep discounts apply to living room sets, silk floss mattresses, lounging chairs, armchairs and rockers, with many pieces shown at reduced prices. Featured items include mattresses at 23.50, various chairs and three piece sets, oblong and round tables, all tagged with substantial reductions. Fourth floor.
Several three piece living room sets offered in tapestry damask and velour coverings with matching settees armchairs and wing chairs. Prices list regular and sale figures from 178 to 360 dollars, highlighting quality finishes cane backs sun burst pillows and mulberry velour options. Each set promises style comfort and lasting service.
Four piece bedroom sets offered in Adam period old ivory finish include bed bureau chiffonier and dressing table at sale price 310. Louis XVI sets in French gray by Grand Rapids feature large bureau bed with cane panel chiffonier and desk at 475. Old ivory finish sets with bureau chifforobe dresser with bench and twin beds priced at 575 on sale from 683.
Men’s bathing suits reduced to $2.00 on the first floor in blue black and crimson with one and two piece styles. Heavy khaki and gray duck hammocks with floral trimming and adjustable headrests are on sale, with regular prices shown but sale prices as marked. Third floor.
An advertisement urges readers to buy Wendell's Pills Ambition Brand at Hindle Pharmacy and Hartigan Drug Stores to banish nervousness and fatigue. It promises quick relief from overwork, nervous tension, and sleeplessness with a money back guarantee on the first box.
New York Aug 10 a new harbor safety device uses an energized submerged cable in Ambrose channel to guide ships through fog or storm. Vessels use audiphone hull attachments to hear sound changes from shore powered by a 16 mile cable, supplementing radio compass already in service.
Large collection of remnant wash goods after a busy week features Ginghams Percales Crepes Poplins Voiles Madras Pique and Nainsook lengths from 1 4 to 6 yards. Pieces suit dresses school wear shirts blouses smocks and aprons with many uses for artistic women.
One third and one half less regular on sale early Wednesday Morning. A fitted A. B. C. Antoinette Brassiree top with envelope or bloomer options. white and flesh color, hooked front and back, well made and dainty. Sale prices from 2.50 to 3.98. models up to 10.00 now 5.98. Second floor displays Crepe de Chine combinations, lace hats, and silk coats in assorted colors for children ages 4 and 5, all part of the August Sale.
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