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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1900
Page
12
Report describes deeply discounted women skirts, corsets, and summer wear with varied fabrics and trims priced to attract shoppers. Includes men's handkerchiefs, jewelry, safe firecrackers, a large bookshop section, and summer silks plus girls dresses at half price on Chestnut street Arcade and First Gallery.
The ad lists trimmed sailor hats from 25c to 1.50, Tuscan and coarse straw hats with velvet bands, and light chiffon accents. It highlights Alpine straw hats at $2 to $3, Milan and Manila styles at $3, Panama hats at $7, and a range of coats, serges, and white flannel items with prices. City Hall Square and Market outlets emphasize bargains and fashion.
A period sale listing muslin underwear wrappers nightgowns drawers corset covers and shirtwaists with detailed trims such as lace embroidery pleats and ruffles. Prices range from 10c to 1.50 and many pieces are reduced to half price with notes on colors sizes and assortments.
Philadelphia forecasts predict fair weather for Wednesday with dry conditions and light winds. High temperatures expected around comfortable levels, with no rain anticipated. Local residents advised to enjoy outdoor activities while conditions remain favorable.
The notice lists key sale items including Men’s Pajamas, Mustin Underwear, Faris Barege, Women’s Low Shoes, Women’s Suits, Summer Silks, White Goods and Embroidery, Handkerchiefs, Screens, Seats and Foot-rests, and house furnishings. It signals the most important sales driving interest.
Store advertises $4 men's pajamas for $2 and declares all suits cheaper by at least a dollar. Claims Raglan shoulder, test of faith in value, with a money back guarantee if not satisfied. Locations cited: Arcade Mint corner.
Paris barege dress goods sell quickly with strong demand from Christmas to date. Plain colors, especially grenadine like fabrics, remain popular year round for winter evening wear and summer day outfits as shoppers seek value before a new season starts.
The regular shoe store advertises a wide range of low shoes from $1.75 to $5.00 and claims better value through large leather purchases and factory orders. The message promises quality and price advantage over competitors.
Advertises cheap lawn fabrics including striped nainsook and lace trimmed lawns, with half to two thirds off. Lists piqué coats and dresses for children, bonnets, and edgings. Also markets kitchenware, agateware, and a range of trunks, lawn mowers, and household gadgets with discounted prices.
Makers reduced stock this month offering oak screens priced at 1.75 and 1.50 to 3.50 and 3.75 values. White enamel screens 1.50 to 1.75 retailing at 3 and 3.50. Leatherette top seats 1.25 to 1.50 valued at 2.50 and 3. Foot rests with woven tapestry tops priced at 1. Second floor Upholstery store.
Remnants include silk and linen fabrics and embroidered whites. Hosiery and cotton goods priced low with belts, socks, stockings, corsets and vests offered at fractions of their value. Umbrellas and muslin sheets also featured with summer corsets and sailor hats for sale.
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