Flag pins and patriotic postcards for sale
In the spirit of the times offering attractive Our Flag postcards in color six for. Also selling unique metal flag pins at 15 cents each first floor for true Americans wanting to wear the cob rs.
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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1917
Page
2
Outdoor wear and lace forms for summer comfort
Women seek sports apparel and free outdoor recreation pieces. Needleworks of Art displays imported filet lace in large luncheon cloths priced at $7, scarves $2.50, doilies from $1.50 to 35¢. New outdoor pillow tops combine cretonne with art linen in a summery look, prices from 75c on the second floor.
Store of Quality fabrics and silk hose advertised
A newspaper ad touts sport gabardines in striped and spotted patterns priced from 35c to 75c a yard and 36 inch satin striped voiles at several prices. Shrunk dress linens and silk cotton mixes are featured with wide selections and colors. Radmoor Silk Hose offered as a standard value at $1 with claims of better wear and appearance.
The Customer Is Always Right Store Message
A vintage style storefront notice claiming Marshall Field's wisdom and urging customers that the customer is always right. The message emphasizes long service, community esteem, and a slogan of pleasing patrons, ending with Feel free with us and Store of Quality.
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Marshall Field
Desirable Silks and Chenille Fabrics Clearance
Desirable Rajah silks are nearly sold out with remaining shades at 250. China silks guarantee washing. 36 inch and 27 inch widths priced from 1 75 to 65 cents.
Leading Parasol Styles Reflect Sport Trend in Garments
Brilliant new parasol colors match the sport trend with shorter handles for sportiness. Spring shades and stunning patterns will enhance costumes. Silk poplin parasols offer wide variety with patterns and colors priced from $5. Plain colors and stripes cost $3.50 and $2.75, respectively.
Oriental Ornaments and Bead Necklaces Displayed
Large beads of glass and wood reflect trendy jewelry. New wooden molds suit girdle or neck strands priced at 1 and 1.75 dollars. Bead neck lace and metallic girdles return from ancient days in revived colors. Prices range from 1.00 to 4.50 with supply on First Floor.
Laces and Embroideries Rise in Popularity for Summer Wear
The article notes jabots and stocks regaining favor as women craft neckwear from laces. New patterns suit this use, with prices up to 3.50 per yard. Embroidered organdy flouncings cost 5 per yard, filet laces present rich patterns from 3.50, white linen clung laces priced at 0.75, all signaling a robust season for summer wash dresses and preparations.
New Spring Petties Colorful Taffeta Petticoats Priced
A range of taffeta petticoats in Dresden changeable and plain solid shades offered in Spring. Prices start at five dollars and seventy-five cents, with several color options available for immediate purchase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dresden
Silk Handkerchiefs and Crepe de Chine Assortment
The catalog announces men's japante silk handkerchiefs that resist washing like linen with colored borders, and a novelty American flag embroidered at a corner on a ladies kerchief. It also highlights crepe de chine handkerchiefs in plain white and assorted colors at a low price.
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