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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1921
Page
2
A reflective piece contrasts male privilege with female independence as a woman earns her own way and spends on social outings. It questions conventions that equate men’s status with buying meals and argues true manhood should rest on character, not meal tickets.
A one day offering features satin camisoles trimmed with georgette and lace in fleah color. Formerly priced at 4.50 and 5.05, these Seco Sil gowns are also embellished with georgette. Third Floor.
A rare sale features chiffon taffeta fabric at $2.50 regular price. The 86 inch width offers sport and classic shades including navy, black and brown. The heavy weight silklike material is described as luxurious and popular for summer frocks on the second floor.
Palm Beach outfits for boys sizes 5 to 18 years offered Wednesday only at 8.50 after a new shipment. High grade Palm Beach suits in greens blues grays and stripes with belted styling. Fourth Floor.
Silk tricolette sashes priced at $5.00 with fringed tassel ends. Colorful, smart costume accessory said to freshen appearance. Length noted as 214 yards, street floor display in Jong store.
A splendid assortment of stylish black pin seal leather bags is offered at a special price. Each bag includes an inner purse and mirror, with leather or gunmetal frames ornamented by scroll designs. Located on Street Floor.
Charming dainty parasols for very little girls priced from 25¢ to $2.50. Colors include pink and blue with borders of flowers and prints. Polished wooden handles, solid colors, checks, and flowered designs shown in a good selection.
Beautiful necklaces are top sellers this season. Graduated strands with a sturdy clasp sell for higher prices when branded, but street offer presents a rare value for buyers seeking classic pearl style.
A selection of taffeta georgette and organdie frocks priced at 23.50 features crisp fabrics and colors suited for roof parties and informal evenings. Styles include ruffled and embroidered options with sashes or belts, in a spectrum of colors and whites, showcased on the fourth floor.
A money-saving offer closes out eight remaining Wilton rugs at 82.50 each, a stark reduction from 125. The ad promises exceptional value with a unique liquidation of fine Wilsons, urging readers to act quickly.
A 36 inch silk and cotton crepe fabric is advertised at 75e per yard. The blend combines silk luster with cotton practicality in Persian inspired designs and colors such as blues, grays, and brown, noting its popularity for spring materials.
A fragmented catalog of sewing supplies lists items such as White Pearl Buttons, machine bands, white finishing braid, white hut wire, corset supporters, safety pins in various sizes, darning cotton in multiple colors, darners blue and white, white linen buttons, tracing wheel, corset laces in white, and household nursery aprons with assorted prices per item. The text resembles a vintage shop or newspaper ad with scattered prices like 20c and 27c for different goods.
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