Cover, front page or title page of the mail order catalog of the Philipsborn's Company from Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A, for fall and winter 1916-17. Fall and Winter 1916-17. PHILIPSBORN THE OUTER GARMENT HOUSE – CHICAGO. Title drawing/title illustration: unknown/unsigned. [Page 1]

Bigger Bargain Annex. Read These "Bargain Annex" Facts. 1. "PHILIPSBORN'S BARGAIN ANNEX" is an original "PHILIPSBORN" idea—no other mail order house in the country has a department like this. 2. "PHILIPSBORN'S BARGAIN ANNEX" offers you GREATER shopping opportunities than the bargain basements of the department stores in large cities—NEW merchandise—clean—well made—ready-to-wear! 3. "PHILIPSBORN'S BARGAIN ANNEX" merchandise is GUARANTEED—that means your money back any time you want it—not a week or two—but the day goods are received by us. 4. "PHILIPSBORN'S BARGAIN ANNEX" merchandise is PREPAID—you only remit the catalogue price—WE prepay all delivery charges—don't forget to add this to your savings. 5. LAST AND MOST IMPORTANT! Every article in this BARGAIN ANNEX is a real—bonafide genuine—money saver. We challenge any house in America to equal these values! Order at OUR Risk! Mail Your Order Today! 5T4400—Girls' Good Quality Black Gun-Metal Shoes. Patent leather, double cuffing, silk tassel. Low heel. Sizes: 8½ to 11. Price, P'pd. … $1.89. 2T4400X—Sizes: 11½ to 2. Prepaid… $2.38. SPECIAL LOT LADIES & MISSES. 1T500—Unbelievable Values in Ladies', Misses' and Junior Misses' Dresses. Up-to-minute styles. Some wool crepes, crepe cloth with messaline, wool serges, and serges with taffeta or messaline trimmings, including navy, Copenhagen and Belgian blues, brown, green and black. Illustrated is a diagonal serge. Flared skirt. Becomingly full waist. Attractive trimming. State size, preferred style and give two selections for color. Sizes: Bust 32 to 44; lengths, 34 to 46 inches. Price, Prepaid… $2.98. VELVET CORDUROY. 6T1501—Smart Norfolk Dress of Velvet Corduroy. Front with button trimmed tabs. Pique collar. Middy lacing. Colors: Copenh. blue, Indian brown or silver grey. Sizes: 6 to 14 yrs. Price, Prepaid… $2.98. 6T1501X. Same style as 6T1501. Sizes: 2 to 6 years. Prepaid… $2.98. SCENTED BOUTONNIÈRE. 3T2400—Pretty, Sweetly Scented Boutonniere. Lasting waxine violets with leaves Natural colors. Price, Prepaid… 39¢. 6 FOR 29¢. 4T3400—6 for 29¢. You Will Appreciate This Handkerchief Bargain. Handkerchiefs of fine, serviceable quality, with latest rolled edge in colors, initialed corner. Colors: White with colored border and initial. Price, Prepaid, 6 for… 29¢. 5T4401—Where Have You Ever Seen Shoe Value Equal to This? Girl's fine quality patent leather shoes, with white woven cassimere cloth tops. Medium vamp. Low heel. Decidedly dressy, and very satisfactory. Sizes: 2½ to 7. P'p'd. … $1.98. 3 FOR $1.49. 6T1500—An Astonishing Bargain! 3 Dresses For Only $1.49! Girl's pretty and practical garments. Serge, percale and linene. Middy and Balkan style. Skirts have flare and pleats. Smart contrasting collars. Ties. Set-in, long sleeves with cuffs. Front button closing. Even the most economical mother and most exacting little miss will appreciate these splendid dresses. Colors: Navy blue serge, tan linene, check percale. Sizes: 6 to 14 years. Price, Prepaid, 3 for… $1.49. VELVET CORDUROY. 2T1502—Excellent Value in This Blouse of Velvet Corduroy. Designed with becoming fullness. Elastic regulation. Collar of self material, button trimmed. Set-in, full length sleeves. Velvet corduroy cuffs. The blouse is closed with buttons down the front. A Practical and Dressy Waist and One of the Season's Best Values. Colors: Navy blue, brown and wine (dark red). Sizes: 32 to 44. Price, Prepaid… $1.97. [Page 2]

Philipsborn Bargain Annex. 3 PIECE PERCALE HOUSE DRESS. 2T1504—3 Piece House Dress at an Astonishingly Low Price.—Good quality percale. Extra full, gored skirt with draw belt. Peasant coatee, loose and roomy. All around, detachable belt of self material, through loops. Short, kimono sleeves. V neck. Patch pocket. Prettily and attractively piped. Button closed in front. Dutch cap. Extra full top. Elastic regulation. Neatly piped. Colors: Tan or cadet blue. Sizes: Bust, 32 to 44. Skirt length, 40. Price, Prepaid… 98¢. Big Value. 2T1503—Big Value in Boys' Blouses, 4 for 98¢! Two of percale, one gingham, and one chambray. Good quality. Perfectly made and finished. Attached collars. Buttoned cuffs. Pockets. 4 FOR 98¢. Blouse Bargain. Will launder most satisfactorily. Colors: Grey and white percale, blue and white striped madras, blue chambray, fancy striped percale. Sizes: 5 to 16 years. Price, Prepaid, 4 for… 98¢. NATURAL CONEY. 2T1505—Splendid Muff, Coney fur. Melon shape. Satin fluting. Satin lining. Wrist cord. Color: Gray Coney. Grey silk ruching and lining. Price, Prepaid… $2.98. SILK. Silk Hosiery Bargain. 4T3402—Convincing Proof of Our Hosiery Bargains—Silk Boot Hose for 25¢! Reinforced heels, toes and soles. Seamless. Extra deep, strong garter tops. Perfect fitting. Will give exceptional wear and service—a superb bargain. Colors: Black of white. Sizes: 8¼ to 10. Price, Prepaid, 25¢. SPECIAL VALUE. 4T3401—Only 19¢ for This "Everdainty" Brassiere. Good quality muslin with embroidered trimming. Prettily edged about armlets. Fastens in front. Perfectly made and finished. Faultless fitting. Color! White. Sizes: Bust, 34 to 46. Price, Prepaid… 19¢. FLANNEL. 4T3403—Flannel Gown. Good quality. All-around yoke. Set-in sleeves with narrow cuff. Full skirt. Colors: Pink or blue stripe. Sizes: Bust 32 to 44, or 14 to 17 years. Price, Prepaid… 47¢. THIBET. 1T501—Think of Buying This Smart, Becoming Coat for $4.98! Made of good quality Thibet cloth. Prettily rippled. Detachable all around button trimmed belt. Buttoned in front. Collar trimmed with Baby Lamb cloth. Coat is closely secured with buttons. Set-in sleeves with cuffs trimmed to match collar. The coat is unlined. Color: Black only. Sizes: Bust, 32 to 44; Length, 48 inches. Price, Prepaid… $4.98. Van Buren and Peoria Sts., Chicago. OUR BARGAIN ANNEX MAKES YOUR EVERY PENNY COUNT TO THE UTMOST LIMIT—MAIL YOU ORDER TODAY. Page 3

3 HOUR SERVICE. 40% ADDED TO OUR SPACE. [9 a.m.] YOUR ORDER RECEIVED. Mail Order Shoppers Appreciate Prompt Service. EVER since the inauguration of our 3-HOUR SHOPPING SYSTEM, 6 months ago—our business has grown by leaps and bounds, taxing our capacity to the utmost in order to fill all our orders on schedule time. So great has been the response that to continue our exclusive 3-HOUR SERVICE, we are obliged to greatly increase our space. So we have added what is equivalent to 40% of our former space. To our knowledge there is not a business in existence that can point to such phenomenal growth in this short space of time. To comprehend how much concentrated and organized effort it takes to adhere to this schedule, it is necessary to understand how many hands and channels an order has to pass through before it is finally ready for shipment—to know that every article, no matter how small, has to pass through the same identical process—that every article is examined, re-examined, checked and rechecked several times to make sure that all the wishes and instructions of our customers have been carried out faithfully—that it requires the working together and co-operation of several thousand highly trained employees to give you this service—the only one of its kind in the world. We cannot and will not stop at any expense to serve you—and by increasing our space, and adding to our already huge quarters, we have determined and will be able to serve you better than ever before. [12 p.m.] YOUR ORDER LEAVES. PHILIPSBORN. THE OUTER GARMENT HOUSE, CHICAGO. PHILIPSRORN, The Outer Garment House. TWO LARGE CHICAGO BANKS WITH ASSETS AND RESOURCES OF 23 MILLION DOLLARS VOUCH FOR OUR FAIR DEALINGS. Page 10

A GLIMPSE INTO BARGAIN LAND. We gladly send samples of materials of all such garments designated by an asterisk (*). But there is no need of delaying your order on this account—you can order with perfect safety and satisfaction direct from our illustrations and descriptions and be assured that the quality is even better than you expect. We absolutely guarantee your unqualified satisfaction or refund your money instantly. A. … Page. Aprons 7-183. Aprons, Sanitary… 204. Automobile Caps… 206. Automobile Veils… 206. B. Bonnets, Children's… 153. Babies' Caps… 153. Babies' Hose… 203. Babies' Shoes… 162. Bags, Leather and Cloth, Mesh… 216-217. Bar Pins… 210. Barrettes… 210. Belts, Sanitary… 204. Bloomers, Children's… 235. Bloomers, Ladies', Misses and Girls'… 6-201-235. Bonnets, Auto… 206. Bonnets, Babies'… 153. Boys' Blouses… 3-245. Boys' Coats… 6-239-243-244-246-251. Boys' Hats and Caps… 239-246. Boys' Mackinaws… 239-243. Boys' Knickerbockers… 244. Boys' Overcoats… 243-244-246-251. Boys' Pants… 244. Boys' Raincoats… 244. Boys' Shirts… 3-245. Boys' Shoes… 175. Boys' Suits… 239 to 251. Boys' Sweaters… 244. Bracelet Watches… 214-215. Brassieres… 3-8-200-201. Brushes, Hair… 218. Bust Supporters… 201. C. Camisoles… 200. Caps, Corduroy, Ladies'… 5. Caps, Hockey… 94 to 96-239-243. Chains, Watch… 213. Chemises… 6-199. Children's Bloomers… 235. Children's Bonnets… 153. *Children's Coats… 5-230-231. Children's Dresses… 2-7-9-238. Children's Hats Trimmed… 153. Children's Hosiery… 203. Children's Raincoats… 232. Children's Rompers… 4. Children's Wash Suits (Boys') … 9-245. Children's Shoes… 162-176. Children's Skating Sets… 95-96. Clothing, Boys'… 3-6-9-239 to 251. *Coats, Children's… 5-230-231. *Coats, Girls' and Juniors'… 4, 225 to 229, 219 to 221. *Coats, Ladies' or Small Women's… 3-6-8-15 to 53. *Coats, Misses'… 5-46-53. Coats, Rain… 6-44-45-232. Cold Creams… 205. Collar and Cuff Sets… 207. Comb and Brush Sets… 218. Corset Covers… 8-9-200. Corsets… 6-188-191. Cosmetics… 205. D. Douches Vaginal… 204. Drawers, Ladies'… 7-200. Drawers, Knitted… 194. Dresses, Children's… 7-238. Dresses, Girls'… 2-233 to 237. Dresses, House… 3-177-179-183. *Dresses, Juniors'… 222-224. *Dresses, Ladies'… 2-5-55 to 73-252. *Dresses, Misses… 74 to 79. E. Earrings… 7. Emb'rd Collars… 207. F. Face Powder… 205. Feather Boas… 206. Feathers, Ostrich and Fancy… 4-156-157. Flannel Gowns and Sacks… 3-182-196. Fobs, Watch… 213. Fountain Syringes… 204. Furs… 3-7-8-74-127 to 143. G. Girls' Bloomers… 235. Girls' Comb, Hat and Scarf… 96. *Girls' Coats… 4-225 to 229. Girls' Raincoats… 232. Girls' Dresses… 2-233 to 237. Girls' Hats, Trimmed… 152. Girls' Hosiery… 203. Girls' Nightgowns… 201. Girls' Shoes… 162-176. Girls' Underwear… 195-201. Gloves, Woolen… 208-209. Gloves, Kid… 208-209. *Gowns Juniors'… 222 to 224. *Gowns, Ladies'… 2-5-55 to 73-252. Gowns, Night… 3-5-196-197. H. Hair Brushes… 215. Hair Goods… 5-210-211. Hair Nets… 211. Hair Pins… 210. Handkerchiefs… 2-4-212. Hats, Trimmed… 144 to 150. Hats, Untrimmed… 154-155. Hip Confiners… 201. Hoods, Children's… 103. Hosiery… 3-9-161-202-203. Hosiery, Men's… 203. House Dresses… 3-177-178-179-183. House Slipper… 162-173-174. I. Infants' Hosiery… 203. Infants' Shoes… 162-176. J. Jackets—Cardigan, Spencer… 96. Jewelry and Novelties… 7-213 to 218-63. *Juniors' Coats… 219-220-221. *Juniors' Dresses… 222 to 224. Juniors' Hats… 151. Juniors' Shoe… 162-176. *Juniors' Suits… 224. Juniors' Sweaters… 94-95-96. K. Kid Gloves… 208-209. Kimonos… 4-180-181-182. Knickerbockers, Boys'… 244. Knit Underwear… 7-192 to 195. Suggestions for Christmas Presents. To facilitate gift selections, we list below a few of our departments which offer a few timely hints for suitable presents for Christmas or other occasions. Furs… 127-143. Hosiery… 202-203. Cosmetics… 205. Neckwear… 206-207. Handkerchiefs… 212. Novelties & Jewelry… 213. Toilet & Manicure Outfits… 218. House Bags & Purses… 216-217. Plumes & Novelties… 156-157. Gloves… 208-209. Knit Sweater Goods… 94-96. L. Ladies' Aprons… 7-183. Ladies' Auto Caps… 206. *Ladies' Coats… 3-6-8-15 to 45. *Ladies Coats, Extra Size or Stouts… 35. Ladies' Boudoir Slippers… 162-174. Ladies' Caps and Scarfs… 206. Ladies' Chemises… 6-199. Ladies' Corsets… 6-188-191. Ladies' Corset Covers… 8-9-200. Ladies' Cosmetics… 205. *Ladies' Dresses… 2-5-55 to 73-252. Ladies' Fur Sets… 8-127 to 143. Ladies' Gaiters… 32-176. Ladies' Gloves… 208-209. Ladies' Hats, Trimmed… 144 to 150. Ladies' Hats, Untrimmed… 154-155. Ladies' Hosiery… 3-9-161-202-203. Ladies' House Dresses… 3-177-178-179-183. Ladies' Jackets, Cardigan… 96. Ladies' Knit Drawers… 194. Ladies' Knit Underwear… 7-192 to 195. Ladies' Middy Waists… 8-100. Ladies' Muffs… (See Furs). Ladies' Muslin Underwear… 5-6-8-9-197 to 201. Ladies' Neckwear… 206-207. Ladies' Night Gowns… 3-5-196-197. Ladies' Silk Petticoats… 184-185-187. Ladies' Petticoat… 8-184-188. Ladies' Princess Slips… 197. Ladies' Raincoats… 6-44-45. Ladies' Shoes and Pumps… 2-5-158-175. Ladies' Skirts… 6-80 to 92. *Ladies' Suits… 110-122-252. *Ladies' Suits, "Stouts"… 122. Ladies' Sweaters… 4-94-95-96. Ladies' Watches… 214-215. Ladies' Waists… 2-7-8-40-41-42-81-82-97 to 109. M. Manicure Sets… 218. Massage Cream… 205. *Maternity Coats (See Extra size Coats, "Stouts"… 35. Maternity Corsets… 190. Men's Handkerchiefs… 212. Men's Hosiery… 203. Men's Watches… 214. Mesh Bags… 216. Middies… 8-100. Millinery… 144 to 157. *Misses' Coats… 5-46-53. *Misses' Dresses… 74-79. Misses' Hats, Trimmed… 151. *Misses' Skirts… 193. *Misses' Suits… 123-126. Misses' Sweaters… 4-94-95-96. Misses' Waists (See Ladies'). Muffs… (See Furs). N. Napkins, Antiseptic… 204-4. Neckwear, Ladies'… 206-207. Night Gowns, Ladies'… 3-5-196-197. Night Gowns, Girls'… 201. O. Overcoats, Boys'… (See Boys' Clothing). Perfumes… 205. Petticoats, Cotton… 8-187. Petticoats, Muslin… 197. Petticoats, Silk… 184-185-186-187. Plumes… 156-157. Powder Puffs… 205. Princess Slips… 197. Pumps… 5-172. Purses, Coin… 216. Purses, Leather… 216-217. R. *Raincoats, Girls… 232. *Raincoats, Ladies'… 6-45-44. *Raincoats, Misses'… (See Ladies'). Rings… 213. Rompers… 4. Rubber Goods… 204. S. Sanitary Aprons… 204. Sanitary Belts… 204. Sanitary Napkins… 4-204. Scarfs, Head and Shoulder… 206. Scarfs, Silk… 206. Shapes, Untrimmed Hats… 154-155. Shirts' Boys'… 245. Shoes, Babies'… 162-176. Shoes, Boys'… 175-176. Shoes, Children's… 162-176. Shoes, Girls'… 162-176. Shoes, Ladies' and Misses'… 2-5-158 to 175. Shoes, Skating… 175. *Silk and Cloth Dresses, Juniors'… 222-224. *Silk and Cloth Dresses, Misses'… 74-79. Silk Gloves… 208-209. Silk Petticoats… 184-185-186. Stockings… 3-9-161-202-203. Stockings, Silk… 3-161-202-203. Silverware… 213. *Skirts, Ladies and Misses… 6-80 to 93. Slippers, Ladies' Boudoir, Felt and Comfort… 162-174. Stockings, Boys'… 203. Stockings, Infants' and Children's… 203. Stockings, Ladies' and Misses' 3-9-202-203. Suits, Boys'… 9-239 to 251. *Suits, Juniors'… 224. *Suits, Ladies'… 110 to 122 also 252. *Suits, "Stouts"… 122. *Suits, Misses'… 123 to 126. Sweaters… 4-94-95-96. Switches… 5-210-211. Syringes… 204. T. Tableware… 213. Talcum Powder… 205. Toilet Articles… 205. Toilet Sets… 218. Toilet Water… 205. Tooth Paste… 205. Tooth Powder… 205. Transformation Hair… 210-211. U. Underwear, Girls' & Children's… 195. Underwear, Knit (Ladies') … 7-192 to 106. Underwear, Muslin… 7-9-197-198-199-200. V. Vaginal Douches… 204. Veils and Scarfs… 206-207. Veils, Silk… 206. W. Waists, Ladies' Silk… 2-7-40-41-42-81-82-103-104-105-106-7-8-9. Watches… 214-215. Water Bags… 204. Wrist Watches… 214-215. Van Buren and Peoria Sts., Chicago. A CAREFUL STUDY OF THIS INDEX WILL BE A SOURCE OF PROFIT AND SAVING TO ALL SHREWD SHOPPERS. Page 11

PUT ALL YOUR EGGS IN ONE BASKET [AND WATCH THE BASKET.] (MILLINERY) (SUITS) (WAISTS) (LINGERIE) (HAIR GOODS) (CHILDREN'S WEAR) (COATS) (PURSES AND JEWELRY) (BOYS FURNISHINGS) (HOSIERY) (SKIRTS AND PETTICOATS) (SHOES) (UNDERWEAR) (DRESSES) (GLOVES) It was Carnegie [steel tycoon Andrew Carnegie, 1835-1919, note by M. K.], the great iron master, who said, "Put all your eggs in one basket and watch the basket". And he was right. This is indeed the age of "specialization." The big successes in modern business are the result of doing ONE thing, and doing it right. For twenty-seven years we have specialized in Women's Wearing Apparel and Accessories. Each of the many departments into which this business is divided, is really a business in itself. In dealing with Philipsborn, you are in reality buying goods from these "Specialty Shops," and you get the benefit of the concentrated style-knowledge which each department affords. You enjoy the same advantages as the "smart" women who live in the fashion centres, where "Specialty Shops" are available. Think what it means in convenience—in satisfaction—in style insurance—to shop by mail with this great assemblage of "Specialty Shops." Why buy ordinary styles when you can have exclusive at the same price? YES, IN A GREAT MANY CASES—INDEED IN MOST INSTANCES—FOR LESS! PHILIPSBORN, The Outer Garment House [Van Buren and Peoria Sts., Chicago.] BANKS WITH 23 MILLION DOLLARS ASSETS AND RESOURCES VOUCH FOR OUR FAIR DEALINGS. Page 12

PUT ALL YOUR EGGS IN ONE BASKET [AND WATCH THE BASKET.] One Vast Basket Filled With Bargains. NO Philipsborn Catalogue was ever so crowded with real values—so brimming full of bargains—so comprehensively able to please and satisfy you in every possible way. Our tremendous business the past six months has made it imperative for us to add 40 per cent additional space to our already large quarters. This means not only more departments, but each department offering an added wealth of the very newest styles and exceptional bargains. Our 27 Years of Experience. This is the result of "putting all our eggs in one basket—and watching the basket." We have watched this business—watched it grow and grow and grow, and we are sure it will continue to grow in the future, because our millions of customers are being added to daily; all our old customers and new friends are helping themselves from the Philipsborn "basket"—helping themselves to better styles and bigger values for every penny they spend,—helping themselves to actual economy and to all the style advantages of the modern "Specialty Shop." Why buy the styles that are selected by inexperienced, hired buyers, when you can have the priceless experience of men who, for twenty-seven years, have made Women's Wearing Apparel their life study? Bouquets Of Praise By The Basketful. Our customers continually shower us with bouquets of praise because we are constantly surprising them with even better bargains, more exclusive styles, greater values than they had expected. Just read what some of them say about our merchandise and our service. Salineville, Ohio, Box No. 140. I received little boy's suit, corset cover, also apron, and I think they are lovely for the price, and I am surely surprised at such prompt delivery. I think you people are the most prompt in business. Yours truly, Mrs. Sylvia E. Grimes. Richmond, Va. I received the package and was perfectly satisfied with goods. You may look for all my orders in the future. Both in quality and in price, goods were entirely satisfactory in every respect. Yours truly, Mildred Hawley. Loon Lake, N. Y. I received the goods I ordered and could not have been better pleased. The coat and dress were certainly beautiful and fit me perfectly, and I thank you for your prompt service. Yours truly, Mabel Luck. Daytona Beach, Fla. I received my coat several days ago. It is beautiful and much better than I expected. I must thank you for your prompt service, too. This was my first order to you but not my last. Thanking you again, I am Respectfully yours, Ruth Stonestreet, Box No. 57. Lexington, Ind. R. R. 1, Box 42. I received the velvet ribbon a few days ago and am more than pleased with it. I would have to pay double the price here. It pays to buy from Philipsborn's. Very cordially, Miss Clarice Whitlatch. 109 Second St. Elmira, N. Y. The waist I ordered received this A. M., and wish to thank you for your prompt attention and say that I am pleased with the same. Could not fit better were it made to order. I would like one of your fashion books if convenient. Thanking you again, Respectfully, Mrs. C. E. Schoenfeld. See Page 116 For Farther Evidence Of Our Millions Of Satisfied Customers. Special Personal Shopping Service. Individual Attention To Every Customer One Of Our Exclusive Features. PHILIPSBORN originated a Special Shopping Service which is based on the idea that the expert who fills the order places the customer's interests above and beyond that of Philipsborn. As this expert visits the different departments from which purchases are to be made, she is even more critical—more particular—more exacting—than the average woman would be in making her own personal selections. "The Customer First" is the watchword of this wide-awake woman who is your personal representative here. No wonder we receive such flattering letters from thousands of delighted customers. No wonder these customers so often write these words, "Better than I expected." [PHILIPSBORN, The Outer Garment House] Van Buren and Peoria Sts., Chicago. 2½ MILLION SATISFIED CUSTOMERS ARE PROOF OF OUR MATCHLESS VALUES AND PROMPT SERVICE. Page 13

IT'S SO EASY TO BUY BY MAIL FROM PHILIPSBORN. SHOP IN YOUR HOME AT YOUR LEISURE MAKE YOUR SELECTION AT OUR RISK. We Guarantee Prompt and Safe Delivery. We receive thousands of testimonials to our prompt, intelligent and careful service. You may be only a few miles away or at the other end of the World, but you can rest satisfied in the knowledge that your goods always will be shipped to you promptly and in the safest and most convenient way. We absolutely guarantee prompt and safe delivery of each and every article you may order. We Gladly Send Samples. We cheerfully furnish samples of all cloth garments which you will find designated with a star in the index on Page 11. However, if you wish to save time you may, without the slightest doubt, send us your order without first seeing samples. We absolutely guarantee that you will in every instance find our goods even better than we represent them to be and of the very finest grade to be obtained for the money. Order From Canada. We do not pay Duty nor do we ship C. O. D. to foreign countries. The duty charged by the Canadian Government on Wearing Apparel and Accessories varies from 30% to 35% of the amount of your purchases and it is to be paid at the Custom House nearest your town. We absolutely Guarantee to save you money on each and every article you order from us, even with this added duty. Refer To Index. The index is arranged so that you can find easily and quickly any article you may wish to buy. Study it carefully; it may suggest to you other things you may need and which you may want to include in this order. Remember, we Guarantee to save you money on every article you buy or refund your money and all transportation charges. Philipsborn's Word — His Bond. We Are the Largest Exclusive Mail Order House in the World and attained this proud distinction by absolutely keeping faith in every instance with our millions of customers. TWO OF CHICAGO'S LARGEST BANKS THE NATIONAL BANK OF THE REPUBLIC AND THE FIRST NATIONAL—WITH COMBINED ASSETS AND RESOURCES OF 23,000,000, VOUCH FOR US. Write to them if you have any doubt as to our financial responsibility. How To Send Money. We prefer Postal or Money Orders—Personal checks are accepted but the charge for exchange makes money orders the cheapest way to remit. If you send stamps or currency, your letter must be registered, otherwise you will have no redress in case of loss. Do not send stamps in amounts exceeding 50¢. Make all remittances payable to "Philipsborn—The Outer Garment House—Chicago." C. O. D. orders require a deposit of $2.00. Orders for less than $5.00 cannot be shipped C. O. D. WE WILL ACCEPT CREDIT VOUCHERS OF ALL RESPONSIBLE MAIL ORDER HOUSES IF PROPERLY ENDORSED. IT IS WONDERFULLY SIMPLE, EASY AND CONVENIENT—THIS SHOPPING BY MAIL—WHEN YOU SHOP AT PHILIPSBORN'S. Our Peerless Money Saving Bargain Catalogues save you money—time and worry at all times and on every purchase. Every order is handled carefully and intelligently from the moment of receipt to the hour of shipment. Write your order in your own way (if possible on our order blanks—enclosed in the book—more will be sent on request.) We Guarantee Absolute Satisfaction—Once A Customer—Always A Customer. About Returning Goods. Leave our tag on all returned merchandise. Plainly write your name, address and order number on the wrapper. Write a letter stating your reason for returning goods so that we can make a prompt and satisfactory adjustment. This letter bearing a 2¢ stamp may be attached to parcel. It is against the postal laws to enclose written matter with merchandise. CANADIAN AND FOREIGN CUSTOMERS must ask us for the necessary affidavit to secure refund of the duty BEFORE returning goods. Be Sure To Give Sizes, Colors, etc. To avoid delay and disappointment, and to enable us to give you PROMPT SERVICE, please go over your order carefully, before mailing, and check catalogue numbers, sizes, colors, etc. Be sure to see that we have all the necessary information, so that your order will be filled on schedule time, as explained on Page 10 of this book. Our Bargain Prices Are Cash Prices. Credit and open account houses to continue in business must charge 50% to 100% more than Philipsborn's cash prices. The more cash orders you send us the more money you save. ALL MERCHANDISE SHIPPED ON APPROVAL. The risk is ours alone—you are safe—always and absolutely. Philipsborn's Motto: "Good Measure" money's worth or money back without quibbling. No purchase too small—none too large. Only One Book To Each Household. We want every family to have a Copy of this Wonderful Money Saving Catalogue. However, to avoid duplication of Catalogues and insure prompt attention, always sign your correspondence and orders in the same way, using name of the Head of Household. All orders for members of your family, should be sent in the name of the head of the household. Unless this is done additional catalogues will be sent to same address which is an unnecessary expense which we must avoid so as to always maintain our policy of low prices. Our Correspondence Department at Your Service. Our experienced lady correspondents and Expert Shoppers will gladly assist you in the selection of modish and becoming wearing apparel suitable to your type or figure—you will undoubtedly be delighted with this intelligent, prompt and expert service. Their best efforts are yours to command at all times and for all purchases—large or small. We Prepay All Charges. We prepay all Postage and Express charges. This is an extra saving and convenience for you. Be sure to keep it in mind when comparing Philipsborn's prices. Why bother with figuring weights, looking up parcel post maps—or paying charges when we save you all this trouble and besides save you money on your purchases. GOODS DELIVERED IN A FEW DAYS SUBJECT TO YOUR CRITICAL INSPECTION. EVERY ARTICLE GUARANTEED. ALL CHARGES PREPAID TO YOUR DOOR. PHILIPSBORN, The Outer Garment House. WRITE TO MISS McCLURE FOR ANY INFORMATION YOU MAY WISH, NOT COVERED ABOVE. Page 14

PHILIPSBORN CATALOGUE • AMERICA'S GREATEST STYLE SHOW • HERE are the newest modes from the World of Fashion! This wonderful gathering of this season's newest creations once more proclaims "PHILIPSBORN'S" style leadership. Styles have changed and are even more beautiful and more becoming than they have ever been before. Our wonderful staff of fashion artists and designers have worked for many, many months to bring to you only the very newest and most becoming styles. Their supreme effort has been to combine the practical with the stylish—to offer all these new and fetching modes at real, true economy prices. ——— A Peerless Coat Bargain. 1T1—Profit By the Experience of the Countless Thousands Who Find Philipsborn's Coats the Most Satisfactory and Greatest Money Savers. $9.98 buys this exceptionally smart and becoming model. It is made of wear-worthy American wool velour. Attractively designed with loose back. Fullness in front caught under wide belt of self material, novelly crossed and closed with large buttons. The coat is gracefully flared has the new and popular cape collar and set-in sleeves; with deep cuffs to match collar. Button closing. Owing to the remarkable warmth of the sturdy goods and deep facings, a lining has not been used. Cuffs neatly finished. Colors: Navy blue, Russian green or dark brown. Sizes: Bust, 32 to 44. Length, 45 in. Price, Prepaid… $9.98. 1T2—Same Style for Misses or Small Women. Sizes: Bust, 32 to 38, or ages 14 to 20. Length, 45 inches. Price, Prepaid… $9.98. "How to Order" a Perfect Fitting Coat. It is very easy to get a perfect fitting coat at PHILIPSBORN'S. Simply send us your correct bust measure taken over shirtwaist or dress, make no allowance, and we will send the size that will fit you perfectly. (Note: Coats are made only in lengths stated in the description.) Van Buren and Peoria Sts., Chicago. FREE DELIVERY TO YOUR DOOR ON ANYTHING YOU ORDER FROM PHILIPSBORN'S. Page 15

For Descriptions, See Page 17. Descriptions of Coats shown on page 16. TWO TONE VELVET CORDUROY. Handsome Velvet Corduroy Coat, only $9.98. 1T3—Handsome, Rich, Two-Tone Velvet Corduroy Coat. Designed in loose effect. Gracefully rippled and flared. All-around, detachable belt of self material, closed with loops over buttons. Deep collar with self revers. Deep velvet corduroy cuffs. Lined throughout with good quality sateen. Colors: Grey and black stripe. Sizes: Bust, 32 to 44; length, 45 inches. Price, Prepaid… $9.98. ASTRAKHAN & NATURAL CONEY. A Philipsborn Special—Astrakhan Cloth Coat. 1T4—Beautiful Coat of Astrakhan Cloth and Natural Coney Fur. Coat is designed in loose effect, with extra full rippled back. All-around, button trimmed, detachable belt. Large collar of natural coney, rich, silky fur of beautiful tan shading to brown color. Self revers. Deep cuffs, with fur trimming. Fastens with loops over buttons. Lined throughout with mercerized sateen. Colors: Black or navy blue. Sizes: Bust, 32-44; length, 45 in. Price, Prepaid… $11.98. 1T5—Same Style for Misses or small Women. Sizes: Bust, 32 to 38; ages, 14-20; length 45. Price, Prepaid… $11.98. Decidedly Elegant and Very Serviceable. 1T6—All Wool Plaid Mixture Coat. Designed in loose, rippled, flared style. Extra large collar of silk plush. Novelly designed Balmacaan sleeves. Velvet piping and button trimming. Deep velvet piped and button trimmed cuffs. Large patch pockets with button trim. Coat is button closed. Not lined. Colors: Blue, brown and green combination. Sizes: Bust, 32 to 44; length, 45 inches. Price, Prepaid… $9.98. ALL WOOL PLAID MIXTURE. 1T7—Same Style for Misses or Small Women. Sizes: Bust, 32 to 38; ages, 14 to 20; length, 45 in. Price, Prepaid… $9.98. Descriptions of Boutonnieres shown on page 16. 7T6430—Sweetly Scented Carnation Boutonniere. Made of lasting waxine. Color: Pink only. Price, Prepaid… 15¢. 7T6433—French Boutonniere in Pretty Box. Tinseled silk rose cluster with velvet leaves. Refined fragrance. Color: Mele (natural color.) Price, Prepaid… 59¢. 7T6431—Dainty, Fragrant American Beauty Rose Boutonniere. Durable waxine. Rare value. Color: Pink only. Price, Prepaid… 49¢. 7T6432—French Boutonniere. Pretty rose with silk and tinseled cluster and velvet leaves. Scented. Colors: Mele (Natural color.) Price, Prepaid… 59¢. PHILIPSBORN, The Outer Garment House. PHILIPSBORN, THE MOST LIBERAL HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY—YOUR MONEY BACK INSTANTLY WHEN YOU WANT IT. Page 16