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Umbrellas and Suit Cases Sell in Various Prices
Old newspaper ad lists men’s umbrellas with taffeta edges and different handles from $1 to $7. Silk and wood options appear with prices $3.50 to $7. Children’s umbrella sizes 18 to 24 inches priced $1 to $2. Folding suit case umbrellas offered at $2 to $5 at the street storefront.
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Ewart
Nellie Blanchan
Julia Ellen Rogers
H. W. Mabie
Mabie
Stephens
Jean M. Thompson
Julia E. Rogers