Waterloo Pie Ploy Sparks Wartime Tales
A Waterloo reader in a wartime dispatch recalls a Paris trip and a Waterloo boy named Lynn Elliolt who baked pies for soldiers. He mentions rations, a German helmet sent home, and a Red Cross nurse near Toul Verdun Meuse, plus a 235 kilometer trip and the “narrow minded” railway through a large factory camp with 60,000 men.
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Waterloo
Lynn Elliolt
Paris
F. R. Fisher
Harry Fisher
M. OG
Fisher
Towa
James Black Dry Goods
Althe
Chateau Thierry
Red Cross
Toul
Verdun
Meiz
Cauips
Iowa
Monticcio
Marshalltown
Gedar Falls
California Syrup of Figs Advertisement Targeting Parents
A vintage ad promotes California Syrup of Figs as a universal remedy for children's stomach liver and bowels. It urges parents to test a coated tongue as warning and promises quick cleansing via a fruit laxative effect. States the product is beloved by children and directed to buy from the California Fig Syrup Company.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Nation Department Slipper Soles and Fur Chains Ad
Catalog note lists all wool top slipper soles in sizes 35e 40c 50c and fur chains for furs priced at ten cents each.
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Nation Department
MISS BURNS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF PICTORIAL REVIEW CO
Miss Burns is named as special representative for the Pictorial Review Company of New York, handling promotional work and image representation for the firm.
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Pictorial Review Co
Furs Offerings At Reasonable Prices In Store
Our assortment includes scarfs muffs coats and coats with a full range of fur garments. Prices are advertised as quite reasonable for shoppers seeking stylish warmth this season.
Thanksgiving Linen Sale Promises Savings for Housewives
Continuous sale offers hundreds of housewives a chance to replenish linen closets with Madeira hand embroidered linen, pattern cloths, lunch cloths, embroidered pillow cases, and linen towels at special prices during the event.
Practical Gifts for the Baby
A vivid catalog describes an extensive baby assortment with new infant apparel and charming touches designed to appeal to mothers seeking practical yet pretty Christmas gifts. It highlights ready availability and a dainty presentation that resonates with holiday shopping impressions.
Fall Suits at Wonderful Savings
The store headlines a reduction on their entire suit stock with new weaves and shades. Women and misses suits are arranged in lots, each with its own price, making it easy to find a desired suit at a desired price. Customers are invited to inspect the selection and its quality.
Fall Coats Priced to Meet Every Purse
Winter coat season arrives with a Woman's Coat Section offering immediate selection. High workmanship and top materials meet surprising prices. Dozens of models in unlimited sizes and a price to fit every budget.
Silk Blouses Offered at Special Fall Price
Silk blouses in fall colors match new fall suits priced at 9.15 each. Fabrics include georgette crepe de chine taffeta and tub silks with varying trimmings from plain to ornate. High quality patterns and substantial purchases enable close pricing.
New Bathrobes for All Ages in Fresh Styles and Colors
New bathrobes for men women and children showcase updated patterns and designs with a full size range. Ideal for Christmas gift shopping as assortments cover diverse materials and patterns alongside a complete line of Blanket Robes.
Christmas Shopping Tips from Uncle Sam
Uncle Sam urges early Christmas shopping with morning hours and daily gift ideas. Readily available cards and useful items promise to fit neatly into small packages and brighten the season.
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Uncle Sam
Jewelry Department Offers New Beads and Gifts
The Jewelry department presents a wide range of gift ideas including new lines of beads rings and earrings genuine cornelian cameo pins and lavalieres. New beaded mesh and velvet bags plus service pins rings and picture frames.
Gift Handkerchiefs for Christmas Buyers Now
Handkerchief assortments for men women and children offered with urging to purchase immediately to beat soon to apply war tax. Local merchants promote seasonal stock and emphasize timely buying.
Silk Quilted Jap Jackets Sailor Era Garment Options
Silk quilted Jap jackets promoted as serviceable and comfortable, made of fine grade silk. Described in versions with sleeves in black at 3.00 and without sleeves in blue black and white at 1.25 to 1.50. Suitable for indoors or under coats, offered in period tone.
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Ander Coat
Articles to Be Embroidered Make Charming Christmas Gifts
The art department offers ready articles needing little work to become complete artistic gifts. A gift from the giver is valued most, and visitors can gain ideas by exploring the department for ideas and inspiration.
Sateen Petticoats Closeout Lot at Special 59 Cents
A small lot of Sateen Petticoats offered in various shades sold on a first come first served basis. Prices are strikingly low at 59 cents to move inventory quickly. Stock is limited and buyers are urged to act promptly.
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Fisher Mellel
Waterloo Pies
M. CC
Jowa Toys
France
Helmet
Sa-Van-Eg
Lael
Seves
Daul Davis
Tia Tie
Paul Davis Co
Miss Burns
New York
Fur Department
Jewelry Department
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