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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1902
Page
13
An observant shopper questions bargain value while noting Gimbel offers safe, stylish Washable Dress Fabrics at an average half price. The fabrics are described as buoyant, stylish for summer stock and not past their prime.
An unnamed musician asserts the Gimbel piano store serves the public with more entire fairness than any other store in the land. He adds that if the entire operation is run on such lines, bigger buildings are needed.
A local sale advertises discounted sterling ware including Bon-Bon Dishes at 3.50, Olive Dishes 3.50, Sliced Tomato Trays 5, Meat Platters 8, Bread Trays 15, Entree dishes 26.50, plus assorted Tea Strainers and Spoons from 1.25 to 10. First floor.
Showcases include women’s etamine suits priced at 25 with jaunty blouse jackets and silk vests plus matching skirts in serpentine or circular flounces. Also listed are Cheviot, canvas-weave etamine, and broadcloth skirts with moire trim and multiple flounces, all on the second floor.
Lace importer clears season with bargains on Black Chantilly and Point de Paris edgings Galloons and inserts at deep discounts. Wide Valenciennes and Escorial options for summer dresses go for low yard prices, with a first floor display and limited quantities.
Prices for bleached sheets at 50c to 39c and unbleached sheets at 24c to 65c spark strong shopper interest. The ad touts linen-like linens, pillowcases, bolster-cases, and longcloth, highlighting savings up to twenty percent and noting varied pricing by small margins as a market fluctuation.
Embroiderers and ribbon shoppers find best values at East store with regular goods and bargain lots. Notes on shortages and weight accuracy contrast with full weight high quality ribbons like Satin Liberty and Satin Taffeta priced 42c to 85c a yard. Also highlights insertions and edgings in Nainsook Swiss and decorative trims for garments.
A catalog lists hats including a $5 Picture Hat in white braid and chiffon with an ostrich plume and pale blue ribbon velvet trim. A $5 Large white Hat features a long white chiffon scarf, lace edging, underbrim lace, and a light blue velvet bow. A $5 Large Turban uses white braid with light blue velvet and Cupid wings.
Store touts women friendly Oxfords priced at 2 dollars drawn from surplus lots. Shoes feature netted soles, flexible comfort, and a high arched last with a moderately broad toe. Varieties include Vici Kid and Patent Leather with all sizes offered. Two thousand pairs available in Wolff's Ideal Kid line.
Muslin undergarments dominate the Gimbel Muslin Underwear Store catalog with items from Petticoats of Muslin at 65c to Negligees of white Lawn at 1.95. The ad highlights various styles including cambric, lawn, and voile pieces with lace trims, ruffles, and tailored details.
Homespun and Cheviot fabrics are praised for cool open weaves. Coats feature yoke lining or quarter lining and trousers are designed to cuff at the foot. Fabrics present stripes and overplaids in gray and grayish green tones. Some trousers lack back straps, using side buckles hidden by belts for a neat, functional look.
Describe a clothing shop promotion offering Fine Cassimere and Worsted suits for boys age 8 to 16 at $5 to $12 and up to $13.50. The ad touts fitting all sizes, emphasizes service and satisfaction, and promotes a special $8 single-breasted suit with belt.
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