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BKM, 1001—MiflO UNITED HARHIKHURU. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17. 1018. . FOUNDED 1871
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. The. "Eleventh Hour" £hopj)er
Is Doomed to Disappointment
Therefore we advise you to finish un your Christmas
; * shopping NOW while stocks are still complete and
J >u a e to give v at prompt and satis
| factory service. For your own sake as well as for those
> h > art <• u u complete
| your Christmas shopping just as soon as you possibly
I can.
ONLY SIX MORE SHOPPING DAYS
UNTIL CHRISTMAS
An Elaborate Pi play of
Daw ty Un der muslins
— ~ f A vast assemblage of these
C 1. JEWS I - dainty liuic creations now courts
"jj* your attention. 'Nightgowns, pct
ijf j"f lit -j;\ licoats, bloomers, drawers, corset
d-iXZ&Xsjtfrj ' cover's, envelope chemise in nain-
U 'fy A iNoid; and iSitiste and white aprons.
Y'tj They are displayed jn a wonder
/// '/ff\ • tnl vtfrifctx of pretty styles, and a
j// J/ \ diversity of beautiful trimmings of
/ / / I novel designs. • Seamed and stitch
/ / / I ed in a manner to win your admir
/ ' Aj ation. We extend a cordfTd invi
yjr tatitin to come- and view them.
These prices will show you how
' economically they can he secured:
Nightgowns in flesh and white
batiste, $1.50 to $6.98.
Petticoats of fine muslin, 75c, to $7.98.
Bloomers in crepe or batiste. 75c to $1.39.
Drawers in muslin, 59c to $2.98.
Cprset covers in batiste. 29c to $2.98.
Envelope chemise in flesh and white batiste, SI.OO to $4.98.
Aprons, 29c to $2.98.
BOWMAN'S—Second Floor.
Bowman's Annex
Gilbert 'Building—Opposite Courthouse
Having acquired the excellent stock of holiday novel
ties from Henry Gilbert & Son. we are selling this stock
at prices remarkably low, because the gpods were pur
chased long before the war began. This is not only an
assurance of.the low prices, but it is an assurance of the
finest materials and artistic workmanship possible when
the world's finest artisans were following their respec
tive vocations.
Toys of every conceivable kind are also here. Visit
Bowman's Annex. Innumerable suggestions.
Dependable Luggage
You have probably wanted a
_ good traveling bag,, suit case, or
//A trunl< * or a l° n ß time. All of
our bags are of fine grade leather
tvu° ./ made of almost every conreiva
rCj 1 A// hie kind. Why not avail your
self of the opportunity now
when such a fine assortment: is
here to be chosen from, or bet
ter yet. why not give some one xvlio is in need of it, one of
the above mentioned for a gift. Always useful for each and
every individual on different occasions.
Black traveling hag made of genuine cowhide, brass lock
and catches, and rich fabric lined, $6.00.
Leather suit case—24-inch size—good lock and catches
inside straps and shirt pocket, SB.OO.
Fiber Steamer Trunks brass trimmed made to stand
hard knocks. $17.00 to $27.50.
BOWM AN'S —Basement.
Special Offering of
Satin Bedspread
A useful ancj desirable Christmas gift. Hemmed satin
finished; full double bed size; in attractive patterns.
Wednesday only, each, $3.98.
BOWMAN'S—Second Floor.
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Gray flair Goods
,M \ A gift that mother would appreci
( ) ate. Bring samples we will match
V J perfectly. "Switches'" and trans-
II formation. Fine wavy switches.
r ' Transformations, $2.45 to sls.
BOWMAN'S—ThI,rd Floor.
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Notions
Frill elastic in blue and lavender, lid inches wide, *
yard, 50c.
Silk diaper shields, 85c.
(Assorted embroidering scissors, $1.25.
EOWMAN'S—Main Floor.
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TUESDAY EVENING. Hahrisburg TEIJEGRAPH DECEMBER 17, 1918.
I Did You Ever Visit
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Bowman's Basement?!
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I You Will Find It a Very Interesting |
I Place to Seek Gift Suggestions |
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An entire floor, the full length of the. store, devoted to the display of thousands of articles that ;]j
[M Would be appropriate and pleasing as gifts. Useful gifts as well as ornamental. ,ii|
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-v As you stroll through the housefurnishing section you
p-' / x will note the moderate priced copper chafing dishes, ma hog- ,
fi? / an y nut bowls, casseroles and other items too numerous to
Qp / fik mention. * / r _ 9 \
xJT To the south, the China Department with its vast array jjfj
U s—5 — of dinner sets, ranging from $8.50 to $150.00. We might add, '[\ I'h ilfl
fT '-\ L 1 die way they are selling the values are big. 9 !//1 A
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vt-i \ I \ / One entire side of the china department is devoted to '
|C* \ -I '(f y Boh, sparkling cut glass, among which are flower vases, punch m
V / howls,'finger bowls, water sers, vinegar and oil cruets, celery m
trays. Any piece which would look in its place if in the crys- jy| \£-. T s
bM 1 tal closet or on the festive table. * vX]
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IH f And one section adjoining is devoted to a showing of \ ;; Vjj
/ beautiful lamps in various sizes and designs'. Metal lamps Y*,%. . v \ |^i
/ \ with Venetian glass panel shades. Boudoir lamps with ma- /V \ A V J
m \ hogany stands and silk s-hades, and other pretty designs that I
< c © s j gfjve a touch of "homeiness" to the r'ootfi. , [ \ h|
(m 1 To the north of the basement is Harrisburg's well known . j
\ ' ~" \ J toy department filled to overflowing and continually being re- \ V j yj)
rH-ii V ~/ plenished from our warehouse with toys that Santa likes'to /
ffi j sV K'y e - And, of course, Santa Clans has his headquarters at \
VU ' — this store. Children like to meet him 011 the second floor f
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P* Everything that a boy or girl might wish for are shown
>. here at moderate prices. Express wagons, $3.65 to SIO.OO.
\ Lightning
fp: fflHr - \ amusing and instructive, too varied to quote. / py)
||j [{ T/r\V \ . Books for the young child, 10c, to Chatterbox, $1.25. and Lm \ rll
mj j J Pollyanna at $1.50. Dolls, one of the strongest sections of the H □ J
I, . v .- -, T toy department. Dolls we had given up hopes of receiving 34 I u I
pM V \ J are l,ere - Classy, jointed dolls, undressed, $4.98. Dressed A / jp^l
p| * N ,/ ones up to $20.00. - U- \*f
* Ir, War toys of every conceivable kind—rapid fire guns, ma- H'
| chine guns, regiments of lead soldiers with tents and numer-
ous others. |j
■ And in our luggage department here are traveling bags,
fK su ' t cases and trunks of the dependable kind. Perhaps you
iD m ImVC S ° me ° ne niin(l W,l ° wou ' a PP reciate good luggage. /
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Winter Suits at Lowest Prices
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Our entire stock of Fail and Winter Suits are reduced for clearance. We quote for your
special consideration tomorrow, two lots at $25 and $19.50, that offers unusual values
at these prices.
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A Just 60 Suits in This Lot
/'A These are all the latest all wool materials, such as Wool Ve
f\ our f' Froa-d Cloth, Serges, Velvets and mixtures. Tailored ami /&nf}^\
■\ \3G ! Wi& semi-tailored models.- Braid, button and fur-trimmed in all-the /AT/ V/\
kSD j y leading shades. 15 to 19 and 16 to 48. /Tul
in Remarkable Reductions at $25
l I Ancther Lot of 35 Suits Tu .
I In all wool materials in green, brown, burgundy, mixtures, navy. \\
/ taupe and black. 16 to 44. ' ' iPVv
Very Special at $19.50 '
BOWMAN'S— Third Floor.
- Wash Fabrics
On the final stretch when everybody's mincj is absorb
ed what to procure as an added or good measure present,
the following materials will fill the anticipated joy of the
giver to the recipient, and at a good saving:
The size of the lot offers an excellent variety.
32-inch American dress-ginghams, yd., 39c.
32-inch foreign a.id domestic gingham zephyrs, yd, 69c
36-inch finest American percales, yd, 39c.
32 and 36-inch silk and cotton shirtings, yd., 69c.
36-inch eiderdown, fancy prints, yd., 32c.
' 36-inch silk and cotton crepe dc chine, yd., 59c.
36-inch silk and cotton plaids, yd, 69c.
30 and 32-inch fancy kimono crepe—figured and strip
ed. yd., 39c.
36-inch Irish made linen, yd., 95c.
44-inch plain voiles, all colors, yd., 39c.
BOWMAN'S—Main Floor.
Umbrellas In New Styles
I ' 'ith Pretty Handles
•Umbrellas are needed as much
in the month of December as jS*/:
•any other month ot the year, y Nv
and in recognition of their popu- / & || j|m
larity.as gifts, the stocks of our / rP flff\
umbrella's are of the best, and
the handles of the latest. sBhImB
Children's umbrellas with eb
straight handles. $1.95 to $2.45. M JSKpHr
The fashionable new tip um- \. I*' 1 *' /
brellas. cord. ring, straight and
fancv handles in all shades of
silk, $1.95 to $9.50.
BOWMAN'S—Main Floor.
Axmni ter 'Tigs
IAXMINSTER RUGS are always desirable and ac
ceptable for gifts because they enhance the beauty of
the home.
inches $1.75 3()x72 inche t $650
2/^4,' nches - 50 ' S 4 $7.50 and $9.
and $4.50. v
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VELVET RUGS —in floral and allover patterns:
24x48 inches, $3.00. 18x36 inches, $1.35. , ,
27x54 inches, $3.50, 36x72 inches, $4.50 to
$4.50 and $5.50. $9.00.
BOWMAN'S—Fourth Finn.
Waist Department Offers
Many Special Values
Knitted spencers with or without sleeves. Will keep
you warm and comforiable when worn with coat, suit or un
der heavy coat.
Special—with sleeves, $2.15. Sleeveless, $1.25.
All wool serge and fiannel regulation middies. Collars
and cuffs trimmed with white braid. Sleeves have emblem and
red band. This will be a useful and practical gift for the school
girl. Serge. $5.95. Flannel, $8.95.
Georgette crepe waist in many attractive shades and
styles of the season. Some with large collar, lace and em
broidery trimmed. Others have sliawl collars, fine tucks,
round or square necks. Special, $3.95.
Crepe de chintf waists in white and flesh. Some with
high necks, others have large collar and fine tucks. Special,
$3.95..
BOWMAN'S—Third Floor.
Unusually Pretty
Gift Neckwear
A sample lot of neck- ,
wear—collar and cuff sets, \
vestees, of georgette, or- \
gandie, . satin. Original (effwi v '/\ p-i \
creations which make for j I e/C j H
personal expression and 1 A U Jj \J E
*tcc6ntuated individuality. \ jlefc
Christmas neckwear of the \\fe\ Jj l\ DJ
most desired styles. 50c \. "1 7%b> .Jf.
and SI.OO.
BOWMAN'S—-Mfiln Floor.
Bandeau Brassiere
The bandeau brassiere stHl retains its popularity for
wear. They keep their finish in the soft texture of satin,
Jersey, crepe dc chine, lace at d satin combinations, all
,over cluny lace and brocade. These are light, well fit
ting and daintily made, in front and back closing.
Any woman would be pleased to accept a bandeau
brassiere for a gift for Christmas. Boxed free of charge
in nice box, SI.OO to $2.00.
BOWMAN'S—Second Floor.
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