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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1911
Page
12
Woodward and Lothrop announces extended nightly hours on the three final shopping days Thursday Friday and Saturday in New York Washington and Paris to allow staff rest after arduous daytime labor. The policy aims to keep state personnel refreshed for attentive service during the evenings.
A large assortment of waists in messaline, taffeta, chiffon, net and more. Includes silk waists with lace and net blouses, priced around 3.96 each, with value 5.75. Chiffon blouses in plain colors and combinations, 5.75 each. Peplim waists in silk look, 2.95 each. Also groups of chiffon waists in various colors and sizes, 5.00 to 5.75 range.
Three hundred crisp white linen waist units from a leading maker are on sale at nearly half price. The waists, chosen for fit and style, are offered in sizes 34 to 44, with prices from 1.00 to 2.50, including madras and dimity fabrics, presented as gift waist options for women.
French Ambassador and Mme Jusserand entertain guests including the German Ambassador and Countess von Bernatorit, Mr Justice and Mrs Holmes, and many officials at a Sixteenth Street embassy reception. The Brazilian Ambassador Sener da Gama hosted a first official reception. Nearby, the Russian Ambassador Bakhmeteff and Mme entertain at lunch at the Arlington in honor of St Nicholas. Justice Wick ersham and Mrs Wick ersham plan a Southern trip after hosting British Ambassador Bryce and other officials at dinner. Debutante events continue with Miss Elizabeth Reid Rogers and other society gatherings at Willard and homes on Nineteenth Street plus a second Dancing Club meeting at the Playhouse.
Women and children receive a wide range of Xmas slipper options in felts, furtrimmed, satin, kidskin, and suede. Prices span 75 cents to six dollars with men and boys featuring bath slippers and moccasin styles in black, tan, and gray. Sized selections include kids, misses, and youths with multiple color shades.
A fragment lists items including Fern Dishes at 400 units, each priced 35, trays priced, American Beauty Waves and Bonbon Dishes at 4eup or 35. Hanging Fern Dishes at 92.25, chimes, smoking stands and sets, match holders, and other misc pieces. The text is garbled but centers on a sale catalog of decorative kitchen and household items.
The piece discusses rising food costs and possible remedies such as municipal markets and eliminating middlemen. It cites efforts in Pennsylvania cities and European examples, noting mayors in Indianapolis Des Moines and Milwaukee promoting model markets, with France considering municipal stores. It highlights women's role in buying and policy impact.
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