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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1938
Page
2
A historic Joliet furniture store story outlines a 1930s push for volume to cut distribution costs. It describes pricing, plans for deferred payments, and delivery terms while asserting annual profits since 1935. The piece notes mass production and distribution as key savings.
Smith Fitzgibbons promotes an odds and ends sale featuring various furniture items. The notice hints at affordable bargains and limited stock, inviting readers to visit the store for deals on home furnishings.
Segregated on the first floor this display promises 20 percent average savings on fine furniture in Northern Illinois. 9 piece dining suites from 69 50, bedroom suites 49 50, living room 39 50 and up, lounge chairs 19 50 and up. Smith FItzgibbons promotes ongoing reductions and faster turnover to deliver volume.
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