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Newspaper
Lynden Tribune
Location
Lynden, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1915
Page
8
The Silk Headquarters in Lynden proclaims the largest stock of silk with several grades. Regular dollar grade messaline now 85 cents per yard and samples available for comparison. Crepe de Chine from 1.50 to 2.50 per yard. China or Jap silk 50 cents, Sousine 35 cents, Taffeta 1.25, Guaranteed satin 1.00.
Ready made Mina Taylor house dresses cost $1.25 each while Mina Taylor bungalow aprons are 50 to 75 cents. The sale emphasizes that buying ready made garments saves compared to making one from material.
A local shop highlights a broad selection of washable dress materials including flowered crepes at 25c per yard and lace batiste at 25c, Jap crepe at 15c, Colonial crepe at 21c, Pongee at 10c, and snow flake voile at 20c. Plain and patterned fabrics such as organdy lawn voile linen spiesette and poplin are priced 15c to 65c per yard.
This ad promotes Selby shoes for ladies and men emphasizing shape retention after wear. It lists pumps oxfords and button and military styles priced from 3 to 5 dollars, children’s kick proof shoes from 2.50 to 3, and men’s dress or work shoes from 2.50 to 7.50.
Ad extols tatting silk for beginners and experts urging to learn tatting. The pitch promises a wide color range with a tempting price of 10 cents per ball.
Men will find the latest hat styles here with felt and straw options. The Boston crown with rope brim is featured. Prices range from 2.00 to 3.00 for felt hats and 1.25 to 7.50 for straw hats.
Ready made dresses offered for girls from 4 to 16 years. Prices range from 65 cents to $1.25 each, with the statement that the dresses will fit and cost less than buying material and making them.
The Farmers Mercantile Company in Lynden Washington lists phone contact 15 for inquiries and shopping needs at the local store. Customers can expect a general merchandise offer typical of a small town supplier.
Get a Henderson corset for real comfort and graceful shaping. Models are designed for perfect fit and the best materials and skilled workmanship. Extensive manufacture allows low prices from $1 to $3.50, offering savings for every corset wearer.
A local clothing sale advertises boys suits in sizes 10 through 15 years. Each suit is described as well made and guaranteed, with regular prices from 5 to 8.25 dollars. Limited quantity remains at the stated low price.
An advertisement touts Munsing Wear union and two piece underwear for men women and children promising no wrinkles or laps. Children’s pieces range 40c to 1.50, ladies 50c to 3.50, other makes 15c to 50c, men 50c to 3.50.
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