Antique Sewing Machine Advertising Fan Ad New Williams 1901 Montreal Advertisement red silk fabric Before refrigerators became common

Before refrigerators became common

The knit is in a heavier gauge and the sweater is fully lined

this 1920s flapper clutch probably matched a beaded flapper dress – attractive evening bag

Note that the paint on the wood base is worn

which reads “Federal Dep 14 M 1440 $1

Antique Sewing Machine Advertising Fan Ad New Williams 1901 Montreal Advertisement red silk fabric Before refrigerators became commonThis is an antique hand fan advertising New Williams Sewing Machines. New Williams machines were made in Montreal by the Williams Mfg. Co., which was a direct competitor to the Singer Sewing Machine Co. The litho on the paper fan has an illustration that encompasses symbols of the British Empire, including England, Ireland, Scotland, Canada and Australia. A star to the right has text around it that reads Heavens Light Our Guide and beneath the Union