“Miss Burlington Goes Shopping” from the July 2, 1934, issue of The
Daily Times-News, Burlington, N.C.
Already numerous flags of this old U.S.A. are seeing the
light of day, after being carefully put away since the last patriotic
celebration. Fire crackers, gaily decorated store windows, and cars suggest to
the shopper that ‘tis two days before the Fourth of July. Parades, days at the
beach, and other short trips will contribute to the celebration of the day.
With the red, white and blue dancing before my eyes, I have visited our shops
and behold, my friends, I bring you good news of great Fourth of July specials!
Speaking of beaches, I found some of the most attractive
bathing suits at the United Dollar Store! All wool…two pieces…from 96 cents to
$2.98. The colors are lovely, and each suit has some particularly nice feature.
Picture yourself in one of those swell $2.98 suits, and picture vacationists
“sitting up and taking notice.” Becoming and water-proof caps, and beach
sandals are also to be found in this up-to-date store.
Oh, by the way, before
buying your Fourth of July outfit, see the drastically reduced summer dresses
and complete your wardrobe for practically nothing. It will amaze you to see
this huge stock of merchandise…all with prices looking like Johnnie’s birthday
cake after the party….CUT! What Specials.
It’s always fun to shop in the summer time. So many people
are casually doing the same thing, and there is always time for a chat in the
drug store, or even on the street. In the winter, everyone seems to be in a
hurry, and no wonder, with the breezes blowing 50 miles an hour.
Mrs. A.D. Pate was a shopper down town this morning…and a
little later, I saw Mrs. M.B. Smith.
Have you ever enjoyed a vacation in uncomfortable shoes?
I’ll bet you haven’t. With your comfort in mind, I searched the stores for a
shoe famous for comfort. Found it, too. The Vitality Shoe is a health shoe. Its
built-in arch, and narrow heel insure just the right support and fit, and if
your Fourth of July trip, or any other, demands walking, dancing or just
lounging around, you’ll find this shoe ideal. The Quality Shop carries black
ones and white ones in ties, straps…and PUMPS! They are all lovely. It isn’t
every day that you find a pump which combines the two, beauty and comfort.
Seen from my car or as I dashed from a store…Lynette
Warren…and a bit later, Ida Baker Williamson.
I had the pleasure this morning of meeting Katherine Conley
of Marion. She is the attractive guest of Mrs. Wano E. Thorpe, and I drove down
town with Mrs. Thorpe, Miss Conley and Miss Frances DuRant. All were looking
lovely in cool, summer frocks.
After nosing around in all the corners of Quinn’s Furniture
store, I discovered a Fourth of July special that sounds like the explosion of
a sky rocket. It’s just so wonderful as the most complicated fire-works, too.
During this week, Mr. Quinn will present a gift to every one who buys a suite
of bed room furniture…and the gift…wait until you hear about it…it’s a boudoir
chair, covered with attractive ruffle around the bottom. What a gift! But wait,
you haven’t heard all. During this week you may buy one of those genuine maple,
walnut or mahogany bed room suits for $5 down payment. The rest? Oh, the
easiest terms you ever heard. Mr. Quinn has any style you want, and prices
range from $60.50 to $125.
Mrs. Ben R. Sellars is spending two months in Montreat, at
the Assembly Inn. Mrs. Walter R. Sellars is also spending the summer at her
cottage there. Mrs. Bailey Sellars and pretty baby, of Athens, Ga., are her
guests while Bailey is in Europe. I hope they will return by way of Burlington.
Mrs. H.W. Trollinger has as her guest Mrs. J.P. O’Brien and
Miss Nancy O’Brien of Hamlet.
I saw Mrs. Herman Gibson this morning. She and Herman have
recently returned from a trip to Louisiana, and their nephew, Billy Vice, of
Monroe, returned with them. They report a wonderful trip.
Saw Mrs. Allen Cucullu and Mrs. Jack Austin down town this
morning. They spent the weekend in Lynchburg, Va., as the guests of Mrs.
Cucullu’s parents. Allen, Jack and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Brown were also members
of the party.
Have you seen the swell new feature lights over the Carolina
Theatre? New York has nothing better, and it does more to make our city look
like one than anything that has been done. It is symbolic, too, of the fine
service both the Carolina and Paramount give to the city. Both theatres furnish
the only really cool spot to spend these warm afternoons and evenings, to say
nothing of the entertainment, which is always the best…and newest. An example—I
happened to find myself in one of our larger cities an evening not long ago,
and thought a movie would be fun. After driving by four theatres, I returned
home… I had seen all of them, either in our Carolina or Paramount. You can’t
beat them!
Shoes…I understand that the brother of one of our most
attractive and popular girls (blonde) will announce his marriage soon. Sorry, I
can’t give you all the details, now.
It is too bad we do not see more of our Graham friends. It’s
really our loss, too, you know. I had the pleasure of meeting a group of that
city’s attractive daughters the other day, and I must say I do not know when
I’ve enjoyed being with a group of girls more.
Hot and weary, after hurrying around all afternoon, I
dropped by the Coca-Cola Bottling works, for a visit with Miss Cleo Bankhead,
and she very graciously offered to revive my spirits be bringing forth a bottle
of that drink most suitable for these hot afternoons. After enjoying the
coca-cola, I felt more equal to more searches for more specials. And that isn’t
the first time.
We arrived for a bridge club meeting the other day…one of
our warmest afternoons…and the thoughtful hostess served us coca-colas right
off the ice. Boy, she saved the day, lowered our temperatures, and improved our
bridge…(even money, and nothing else has). Try keeping a crate of coca-colas,
with a number of bottles on ice, and see how these warm days are made more
livable.
I understand that Carolyn Andrews is spending the week in
Chapel Hill, where she is the guest of Frances Andrews. For one so attractive,
I predict a happy visit.
Rev. and Mrs. W.A. Cade and family left this morning for
Myrtle Beach, where they will spend July. Mr. Cade will return Friday, but the
others will visit Mrs. Cade’s sister at her cottage during the month. In fact,
Mrs. Cade’s family plans a reunion with 25 members attending.
Special! Extra Special!! The S.P.U. has done it again!
They’ve declared a special that is more than a special…it’s a…well, see for
yourself. The Southern Public Utilities company is having a special campaign on
Modern Electric Ranges that make it possible for you to buy one for 19 cents a
day. These statements are remarkable facts, but until you have seen one of
these ranges, you can’t really appreciate this offer. They lighten one’s
kitchen duties 100 per cent, and improve the appearance of your kitchen. Do
drop by the S.P.U. and take a look.
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