Belgium's Rapid Postwar Recovery Signals Prosperity
Industrial revival in Belgium shows swift gains across metallurgy glass and coal sectors with output rebounding to 60 100 percent of prewar levels in key lines. Employment rose and port trade revived as American and European markets absorb Belgian exports.
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Belgium
Austria
Germany
West Flanders
England
France
United States
Congo
Belgian Congo
Bayer Aspirin Ad Promotes Genuine Tablets
An advertisement emphasizes Bayer on genuine Aspirin with the Bayer Cross as a mark of authenticity. It promotes undamaged packages with clear directions for relief from colds headaches toothaches earaches neuralgia lumbago rheumatism neuritis and general pain. Small handy tins of twelve cost only a few cents and larger packages sold by druggists.
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Bayer
Belgium's War Era Trade and Congo Growth Potential
Belgium shows a postwar trade gap with 1919 imports at 5.075 billion francs and exports at 2.296 billion. Early 1920 data suggests export growth, while Congo expansion, railways, and new plantations drive future wealth for Belgium. The Congo timbered by palm oil rubber copper and minerals, with new tractor trials and a 33,000 franc prize for best models. A quip on aging wisdom closes the piece.
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Belgium
Pres
Yser
Antwerp
United Kingdom
France
Canada
Italy
United States
United States States
Great Britain
Memorial Day Neckwear Trends in Our Department
Memorial Day shoppers are offered a range of neckwear options from vests and lace collars to marabou pieces and ribbon accents in both staple and fancy styles, highlighting summer fashion in the department.
Lace samples offered for trimming and use in garments
Manufacturer presents high grade lace samples from a leading house. The lot includes useful lengths for trimming vests and various uses. Special price sold to patrons with bargain quantities and ample selection.
Large Assortment of Men’s Wash Ties Special
An advertisement promotes a large assortment of men’s wash ties at 25 cents each noting their cooling touch and lasting shape. The copy also markets coats with sporty peacoat belts in sizes 3-4 to 2, in assorted colors, for 19 cents.
Khaki Work Shirts Special at $1.19
Advertisement notes khaki work shirts priced at 1.19 with collars attached. Limited stock in larger sizes remaining, urging buyers that demand was high when first offered and men needing big sizes can be fitted.
Polka Dot Ties Offered At 69 Cents
Warm weather specials present Tie-a Polka Dot ties for men at 69 cents. Comfortable and cool styling suitable for all occasions. Limited stock and featured as a special offer in the visible ad copy.
Corsets on Sale for Women at Special Price
Every woman will recognize the quality in C B Corsets Take care of your corset need now special. 1.19 dollars for a fo.
Mary Jane Pumps for Children and Misses on Sale
A display of Mary Jane pumps offers honest leather and fine workmanship for children and misses. Styles include patent leather and gun metal with bows, gun metal silk bow Misses pumps in sizes 14 to 4, and tan kid Mary Jane pumps with neat silk bow. Prices show marked savings.
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Mary Jane
Men's Durable Work Socks Advertisement
An ad offers men a chance to stock up on durable work socks. It promotes a large assortment of cotton socks in black and various colors.
Window Shades Offered In Various Widths For Summer Homes
New window shades arrive in widths from four to forty four inches and length of five feet. Holland and Opaque materials featured with prices around 50 cents each. Stores promote timely sale of these home decor items for a bright summer look.
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Holland
Mottled Smyrna Reversible Rugs 27x54 in 4.25
Bright description of Mottled Smyrna reversible and Model Axminster rugs sized 27 by 54 inches. Lists regular price five dollars, sale price four dollars and twenty five cents, notes attractive patterns colors and borders to beautify the home. SY
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Axminster
Leather Pocket Books Offered In Four Colors at $2.75
A long narrow pocketbook described as lightweight and easy to carry comes in black brown navy and gray with a small handkerchief pocket. Special price noted at 2.75 dollars.
Silk Milanese Gloves For Summer Fashion
Ladies can choose light weight summer gloves in kid chamois or silk with a special offer on Silk Milanese gloves. Embroidered backs and regular price of 1.25 dollars, sale two pairs for 1 dollar.
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