Know Thy Country Theme Promotes American Progress
A promotional piece urges Americans to study the nation’s resources and achievements. It praises industry, innovation, and leaders from Michael Angelo to McCormick, Gutenberg, Morgan, and Nelson, linking progress to republican ideals. The Agricultural and Commercial Press Service sponsors a series on America’s development, starting with transportation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Egypt
Jerusalem
Greece
Phoenicia
Chaldea
Rome
Michael Angelo
Hill
Northwest
Guttenberg
McCormick
Agricultural and Commercial Press Service
Railways Dominant Force in 1911 Global Commerce
The article extols U S railways as the world’s leader in mileage service and wages. It cites 241,199 miles in the United States of 639,981 total world rail, 38 percent of global mileage, and a capital base of 13 billion dollars. It compares rates, pay, and government ownership across nations, announcing a future piece on time and money savings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
United States
Europe
World
Great Britain
France
Germany
Russia
Austria-Hungary
Italy
Switzerland
Austria
Telegraph and Telephone Advance American Industry
A historical perspective praises telegraph and telephone as the pinnacle of American invention and organization. It notes the U S as leading in numbers of telephones, investments, conversations, and wire mileage with Europe and other regions following.
Gordon Hosiery and Gloves Sale Highlights
Advertises Gordon brand hosiery for women and children with multiple colors and prices from 12¢ to $1.00. Promotes Kayser silk gloves and various Mosquetaire options. Also features $1.00 shirtwaist and blouse line, glove details, and summer skirts in linen and pique with several price points.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gordon
Tailored Suits Slashed In Seasonal Bargain Sale
Prices drop on tailored suits with usual prices of 12.00 15.00 and 18.00 now reduced to 8.50 10.00 and 13.00. Seasonal style offers make this time to buy a suit more affordable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter A. Woods
Cyphers
Hill and Mackay Stove
Iron Age and
Planet Jr
Oliver
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Swagger
Palm Beach
Copenhagen
East State
Trenton, N. J
Walter A. Wood
Rakes
Tedders
John Deere
Martin and Koehler
Jagger and Carryall
Jersey
Oweco
Pittsburgh
O. K
Eagle Steel
Thomas Peppler
R. Lewis
Jamesburg, N. J
Nelson
England
British Isles
Morgan
Rock of Gibraltar
Ill
Spiring
Countries
Steinbach
Asbury Park
New Jersey
Paris
Oxford
John Winar
Blauvelt
Gordon Hosiery
Kayser
Fit Rite
Rsle and
Chamosette
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