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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1915
Page
16
A fragmentary notice from Clarksburg dated June 1, 1915 describes a new structure for a “vast, fast-growing business.” It notes the first work week beginning today, promising continuous operation without interruption and inviting public support to make the expansion possible.
Palm Beach Cloths in two grades for coats suits skirts and travel dusters. One at 50c a yard and 38 inches wide the other very wide about 60 inches and fine quality at 1.50 a yard. Also new woven stripe flax at 25c 29 inches and new silk organdie.
The listing features Net Gurtainsi in Cluny Antique Duchess Renaissance and novel ties with prices cut from 1.50 to 15.00 per pair to 1.20 to 12.00. Marquisette and Scrim Curtains in plain or with decorative edges drop from 31.50 to 7.50 to 1.20 to 6.00.
The Jack and Jill factory advertises barefoot sandals praised for durability and fit with welted soles. Prices range across men and women sizes, with men’s sizes 6 to 12 priced around $12 to $150 in bulk tiers. women’s sizes 3 to 7 listed at $1.75 each and up, reflecting a mass market sale.
Women can choose dotted and flowered lawn dresses in pink and other shades. Prices range from 4.90 to 7.96, with many styles fresh from the machines. Sizes vary and fit is emphasized across the range from sample dresses to featured designs from three large New York dressmakers.
Advert reads a range of talc powders and cosmetic items including William Colgate and Mennen powders, Lehn Finks Reverts, Violet Simplicity, Jess talcums, Hudnut Vantine and Jergen specialties, Amelia Deodorant Powder for toilet use, with prices from 14 to 25 cents.
Sale notice lists 20 percent discounts on galvanized tubs garbage cans bread boxes kitchen can sets and various baskets including laundry and waste paper units. Alaska and North Pole brand ice cream freezers are included with the same 20 percent reduction.
A seller markets five spongy bath towels 22 by 42 inches bleached with three blue and pink borders. The towels, purchased from a Southern mall, are described as economical though slow to sell, offered at one dollar per towel with a few days left to clear the stock.
Bright new matting rugs in old fashioned patterns sold at modest prices. Reversible heavy matting suitable for use on either side priced at $3.50 for 9x12. A fine close woven white matting with plain center and stenciled border priced at $4.00 for 8x12.
Department notes social and personal items are welcomed and may be sent to the Telegram's editor. Due to space and press run limits, items occasionally appear on page 3-2. continuation continues in that column.
Washington Irving high school auditorium hosted a student produced comedy The Commencement Game on Monday evening. About 150 guests attended as students Tom Bradford Astor hex Schaffner Robert Waite Gertrude Barris and Prentiss performed with the Peters and Boehner orchestra providing music. The event showcased talent from the school and was a grand success with a festive setting organized by the house committee. Mr and Mrs William F Alexander plan to open a summer home on Mulberry street for the season and guests will gather there.
Numerous individuals from Parkersburg Richwood Weston and other towns visit the city on a Tuesday. The report lists names such as J. D. Sterkes Miss Ixie Anderson Mrs Charles F. Kester and Viviam, Finhard Fontaine Alexander and Henry Alexander among guests and mentions Suede cleaning tips and fashion notes.
Fragments describe a clearance where trunks bags and blankets are sold at reduced prices. Buyers must choose now or by Thursday as carpenters began work that morning and sales end when rooms clear. Unsold goods will be stored until fall.
Shade up to the minute black and white porch shades available by special order. Parsons Souders in Clarksburg offers standard sizes with prices: four feet 25 cents, six feet 25 dollars, eight feet 42.50, ten feet 55, twelve feet 60. The dealer notes delivery within a few days and emphasizes these shades are not kept in stock.
Prices drop one third as large stocks must be reduced. Only fancy china and cut glass on sale, no pieces reserved. Basement reductions apply, offering pieces you've wanted but could not buy before.
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