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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1907
Page
29
WW housekeepers are highlighted in the store news with a focus on refurnishing for fall and winter entertainment. The article notes practical, economical options and new, helpful ideas from various housekeeping departments, inviting reader attention to the items presented.
Advertises net lace curtains with Watome Ice edges and insertion in white and tablia, large stock of plain battened lusta, and 22 2 and 31 2 yard lengths. Extra heavy plain velour in green red old rose for portieres upholstery and furniture cushions, prices per yard from 3.00 to 200.0 and up to 300 value.
A pasted advertisement touts a wide rug selection including Kashmars, Tapestry, Brussels, Axminsters, Wiltons, and Oriental pieces. Sizes run from 3x6 feet to 9x12 feet with prices from 1.50 to 55.00, highlighting Bigelow lines and Beauvais options plus a repair cleaning service via Armenian specialists on the fourth floor.
China Cut Glass House furnishings Lamps and Pure Foods featured in a broad Fifth floor display inviting inspection. The extensive stock list emphasizes a comprehensive selection for customers seeking home goods and tableware.
New stock patterns in gold glassware offered in various shapes and decorations priced from 7500 to 15000 per set. Customers may buy only needed pieces avoiding unwanted parts. Also advertised are Tallowine dinner sets at 795 and White and Gold German China and Dainty Decorated French china sets with 100 pieces Bach pricing.
Several cases of imported Gala Glassware and Goldware items offered as wedding gifts. The catalog lists bowls, vases, almond dishes, compotes, bonbon dishes, sherbet cups, and lamps with prices from $0.25 to $4.50, plus a wide line of enamel ware, baskets, and domestic electric portable pieces. Strong emphasis on quality, variety, and midrange pricing to suit wedding needs.
Confections invites careful inspection by readers familiar with good candy. They promise unusually high character in their sweets and moderation of price from 2c to 60c per pound.
Announcement of the November 17 home wedding of Miss Waith Root daughter of the Secretary of State and Lieut Ulysses S Grant 3d follows a long engagement. The event in Washington will be quiet yet of wide interest due to the bride’s family. The notice also covers society events at the German Embassy and various dinners and theaters with guests including ministers and officers.
Unusually complete assortment of metal bedsteads in white enamel brass and black finishes. Includes hygienic metal beds priced from $140 to $14,000, plus enameled frames, metal springs, hair and felt mattresses, and Ostermoor mattresses. Fourth floor display with feather pillows available.
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