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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1916
Page
3
Hartley's announces a summer sale of Madame Lyra corsets in white and cream, featuring seasonally styled samples. Prices listed include units at 2.00, 2.98 and 3.48 with model numbers 23, 24, 35, and 48, 68 in various sizes.
In Fairmont a Hartley White sale proclaims sharp price hikes on cotton goods and undergarments. The notice urges women to buy now to avoid higher costs in the coming year, touting fresh snow white and pink garments made to Hartley standards at low prices and stressing the wisdom of stocking up.
Hundreds of white dress skirts offered at 95 cents each in a brand new line. Styles include pique linen rope gabardine and broadcloth like fabrics with full cuts and pockets. Display begins Thursday at The White Balou department floor two.
Pink undergarments and gowns are showcased in the second floor section. The display includes crepe, batiste, mull and satin gowns with prices from 3.85 to 12.60. Silk gowns of satin and crepe de chine are offered, with pink camisoles and silk combinations priced between 1.35 and 7.40.
Corset covers priced from 25e to 1.85 are advertised with options including lace yokes embroidery and trim. Garments feature pockets armhole details and shield motifs with various styles and trims described as among the finest offerings.
A large assortment of gowns is advertised in various price points from 68 cents to 10 dollars. The ad highlights lace trim, embroidery, ribbon, and different sleeve lengths with styles including high, low, and V necks. Materials mentioned include muslin, calico, and neinsook with multiple fabrics and decorative details.
Displayed garments captivate viewers with beauty and low prices. A wide assortment includes nainsocks cambrics crepes with embroidery and flounce. Prices range from 1.35 to 6.00 offering durable skirts with fine workmanship and attractive designs.
The advert describes various fashion combinations for chemises with lace, embroidery, and medallions, noting popular styles and trims. It highlights prices from $1.35 to $3.09 and claims unmatched values, touting extensive variety and quality across multiple designs.
Hundreds join the White Sale featuring crisp white waists by Volle Batista Organdie and fancy Volles with frills and large collars. Prices start 95 cents, with good looks and wide size range, plus extra size undergarments from 45 cents to 4.50. Second floor offers gowns corset covers drawers and combinations in full stout patterns.
For infants' dresses priced 45c for infants and 10c to 50c for children's undergarments. The range reflects a broader assortment and better values than ever. Secon Floor.
The ad touts inexpensive drawers for women in quantities and various styles. It promises good quality Talneoole fabric, embroidery, and durable options with prices from 68c to 2.00 and promotional offers at Bic, The, and similar outlets.
A flurry of social notices from Wheeling details visitors for nuptials in Morgantown and Cumberland. Guests include Mrs. James Ewin Watson and Mr George DeBolt, with plans for a ceremony at the Country Club and related receptions. Invitations mailed locally for other weddings and graduations, including Miss Charlotte Doro Thea and Miss Mary Wellman.
Mr and Mrs J. Cornwell and son left for Prenton county Mississippi yesterday. Miss Myra Lichuster of Biktick Pa visits Miss Jans Montgomery on Baoni avenue. J C Barthalow remains ill at home on Gloveland avenue. Florence Hutchinson attends Notre Dame College Philadelphia. Mignon Bhwaltas visits Stuart Hall Staunton Va. Miss Showalter and wife Marjorie Spears visit Elkins grandmother Mrs alle Ford on Eleventh street. Pearl Arnett of Rymer visits father W F Arnett in the city.
A fragmented ad-like passage from Kekman Laboratory in Philadelphia promotes a cough remedy with claims of safety and calcium benefits. It warns against poison or habit forming drugs and urges consulting a pharmacist for the preparation. The text cites unnamed “deep-seatedエ” issues and suggests the product yields freedom from harmful substances.
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