Retail Shoe Dealers Plan Margin Cuts Nationwide
A New York report says several hundred retailers across the United States plan to reduce profit margins on most shoes this spring amid federal price controls. John Slater, president of Standard Shoes, announced the move in a communicate to Arthur Williams, the federal food administrator, noting exceptions for fancy and ultra fashion footwear. The action, seen as a first step toward broader price relief, prompted questions and some skepticism among dealers and manufacturers.
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New, York
New York
Association For
United States
John. Slater
Durin
Cocummer
Hos
Deiter
Arthur Williams
Nut
Slater
Gpld
Mra
Arkansas
Feduct
Williams
Associated Press
Fair Price Commissioner
New York City
Coffey
Department of Justice
Slater Seni
Will Lias
SOA
Controversy Over Shoe Price Breaks At New York Fair
The piece reports confusion over a fair price commission announcement about limiting retail profits on shoes in New York. Williams defended the AP story while Slater and others dispute assertions of cheaper shoes, noting no real price drop and ongoing high costs for fall orders.
Divorce Case Bickford Aversive Advised in Court
Case of Addie L. Bickford versus Charles A. Bickford in district court yesterday was taken under advisement. The proceedings are described as hotly contested. A Life Insurance Man remarks that if a man is right, creditors are glad to have him owe them while he lives, suggesting life insurance pays debts.
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Addie L. Bickford
Charles A. Bickford
Mooseheart Legion to be formed in Twin Falls
About 40 will be admitted Monday May 10 with a ceremony at the Masonic temple. T M Howell district supervisor of the lodge is expected to attend. Delegates from the intermountain country will be present. An evening parade will follow.
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Mooseheart Legion
Masonic Temple
T. M. Howell
Moose Lodge Plans Big Day and Banquet Says Leader
Be staged and all novices lined up for the march. A banquet is planned for 7:30 o'clock in the evening. That day will possibly be some of the greatest in the history of the local Moose lodge, said to be one of the largest fraternal organizations in existence. Mooseheart region described as a playground. the lodge acts as benevolent and protective department. Want Ads Bring Quick Results.
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Moose’ Lodge
Mooseheart
Moose Lodge
Varied grocery and household specials advertised
An old-fashioned ad lists gallon cans of apples and tomatoes, catsup, and cider with prices. It promotes sheets, bed spreads, dolls and toys, china sets, towels, Crisco, Crystal soap, and sun hats with emphasis on value, selection, and everyday household goods.
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Retailers'Association
Twin Falls, Idaho
Fit
JAS Springfieid
Ohio
Wwere
America
Twin Falls
L. Rasmussen Jeweler
Wright
Utah
Rennie
Kirsch
Toys
Crisco
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