26 Mar 1920
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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1920
Page
1
Alton Iowa March 26 Andrew Copperjans assistant in the county engineer office waits for his wife from the Netherlands. They wed by proxy during a 3000 mile separation as strikes curb Norddam sailings in Rotterdam. Dockworkers push for control causing cargo pileups including bacon and German coal.
Advertisement touts Marmola Prescription Tablets as a harmless weight loss aid with no dieting or exercise required. It promises a reduction of two to four pounds weekly and offers mail order from the Marmola Company at 864 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Michigan.
A compact note suggests a solution to housing constraints by reducing room count and provides a plan to offer a full sized bed for unexpected visitors. The idea emphasizes practicality and guest comfort within small living spaces.
The description highlights a revolving bed feature with instant bed access, no upholstery wear, a full spring edge and 33 springs in the long style and 21 in the short, all diamond wire tied. It notes an all spring upholstered stationary back and 8x44 inch lock joined back posts to prevent wobble, with emphasis on design beauty and concealment.
Massive living room pieces in quarter sawed golden oak with hand rubbed finish. Leather upholstering promises long wear. Featured for Pullman week only at 122 dollars.
In stock items including beds and living room suites are offered with exceptionally easy terms. Choose now and have delivery now or later as you prefer, with terms tailored to your selection.
You may choose between long or short style upholstered in guaranteed artificial leather with heavy quartered oak frame in polished golden finish. No machinery to operate. you revolve the seat and open up the bed. Specially priced at 66 75 dollars.
The item promises rent reduction by offering space options and one less room. It highlights neat features like fluted posts and a clean appearance when closed, with upholstery in artificial Spanish leather and a sprung, comfortable seat and back. Frame options include mahogany, fumed, or golden quartered oak at a special price of 77100.
Exquisite suite combines luxury beauty and comfort in taupe and black striped velour. Consists of an arm chair arm rocker and a long bed davenport. Complete price for Pullman week three hundred forty dollars.
The article showcases Pullman Co. velour covered sofas in two tone blue mohair with mahogany finish and cane panel posts. Features include flash loose spring cushions over springs, full sized concealed bed, and evident luxury in each line of design.
Massive design in quartered oak with genuine brown leather cover. Includes arm chair, arm rocker, and bed davenport with full mattress space. Comfortable springs, neat closed bedding, and polished oak finish. Price cited as 83.25 or 205 in Pullman week listing.
Besides the styles shown there are at least a score more in our extensive Pullman stock. If you do not find one here we will gladly show you the others we cannot mention. Visit our store during Pullman week and ask for a demonstration to judge all bed davenports better.
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