Author: Michael J. Lisicky
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Publisher: The History Press
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: 1596290080
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Wanamaker's: Meet Me at the Eagle (PA)
Philadelphia was once the proud home of Wanamaker's, a department store of many firsts founded by the retail giant John Wanamaker in 1861.Wanamaker's review. Its name was synonymous with service, and Philadelphians still fondly remember the massive bronze eagle in the Grand Court, concerts from the world's largest pipe organ and the spectacular Christmas festivities. Philadelphia native Michael J. Lisicky takes a nostalgic journey through the history of the store, from its beginnings as a haberdashery to its growth into New York and Delaware and the final poignant closing of its doors. Lisicky brilliantly combines interviews with store insiders, forgotten recipes and memories from local celebrities such as Trudy Haynes and Sally Starr to bring readers back to the soft glow of the marble atrium and the quiet elegance of the Crystal Tea Room that was Wanamaker'sRead full reviews of Wanamakers of New York Narragansett Pier, RI Vintage Postcard.
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anniepanties Store Vintage Spring 1982 John Wanamaker Brochure More fabulous offerings from the shelves of AnniePanties this week!Offering a 1982 fashion brochure from John Wanamaker's - envelope and order form insert are intact - 50+ pages - great condition.View My Other Items For Sale Generally the close-up photos most accurately represent the color of the item. We do our best to note any and all flaws in the description and/or photos. Most times we tend to underestimate the condition of an a
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What an extraordinary find this is Eleanor Gay (an old label) For John Wanamakers rich black velvet with a sequin marquise center medallion full length, with a matching jacket that has a intricate lapel that is made to compliment the dress even when the jacket is buttoned Crystal button on the jacket and fully lined. This gown and jacket are in remarkable condition and would make a dramatic statement for a formal winter wedding or affair CONDITION: Is excellent although there is one bead missing on the center medallion MEASUREMENTS: dress marked a size 16 (thats vintage) Shoulders 15" chest 34
Lovely pottery dish molded to resemble a scallop shell in a beautiful sea-green shade glaze. Perfect condition with the original John Wanamaker's department store label still in place. A large piece that could be used as a serving dish or plate in a decorative table setting. Just looking at this dish makes me think of summer at the Shore! 11 inches in diameter. Excellent condition. No chips, cracks or marks. A wonderful example of the quality items that were available at department stores like Wanamaker's or Strawbridge & Clothiers. Too bad those store are no longer with us. I used to love to
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Wanamaker's Reviews
Its name was synonymous with service, and Philadelphians still fondly remember the massive bronze eagle in the Grand Court, concerts from the world's largest pipe organ and the spectacular Christmas festivities. Philadelphia native Michael J. Lisicky takes a nostalgic journey through the history of the store, from its beginnings as a haberdashery to its growth into New York and Delaware and the final poignant closing of its doors. Lisicky brilliantly combines interviews with store insiders, forgotten recipes and memories from local celebrities such as Trudy Haynes and Sally Starr to bring readers back to the soft glow of the marble atrium and the quiet elegance of the Crystal Tea Room that was Wanamaker's.
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