1930s Bailey's Horse Riding Gear & Camp Supplies Chicago Newspaper Ad Ephemera
$13.99
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Step back to the Depression Era with this authentic newspaper advertisement from Bailey's, located at 25 West Van Buren in Chicago. This compelling piece of ephemera, dating to the 1930s, showcases a range of riding needs for men and women, including summer breeches, jodhpurs, calfskin boots, and gabardine riding vests, all offered at remarkable prices for the time. The ad features classic illustrations of a woman in riding attire and a charming scene of boys and girls off to camp.
Beyond riding gear, the advertisement provides a fascinating glimpse into camping essentials of the period, listing items like sweat sox, mess kits, khaki shorts, canteens, rubber ponchos, duffle bags, wool blankets, and foot lockers. This historical ad is a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of vintage fashion, equestrian history, camping memorabilia, or those interested in Chicago's commercial past and daily life during the 1930s. It offers a unique window into consumer culture and the economic landscape of the era, making it a valuable addition to any collection of vintage advertising or local history.
This is from a 1933 Chicago Tribune newspaper.
Please see pictures/scans for details on condition. Discoloration, worn/torn around edges, with normal wear consistent for 90 plus year old paper.
Measures approximately 4.25 by 4.5 inches
1930s Bailey's Horse Riding Gear & Camp Supplies Chicago Newspaper Ad Ephemera
$13.99
Beyond riding gear, the advertisement provides a fascinating glimpse into camping essentials of the period, listing items like sweat sox, mess kits, khaki shorts, canteens, rubber ponchos, duffle bags, wool blankets, and foot lockers. This historical ad is a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of vintage fashion, equestrian history, camping memorabilia, or those interested in Chicago's commercial past and daily life during the 1930s. It offers a unique window into consumer culture and the economic landscape of the era, making it a valuable addition to any collection of vintage advertising or local history.
This is from a 1933 Chicago Tribune newspaper.
Please see pictures/scans for details on condition. Discoloration, worn/torn around edges, with normal wear consistent for 90 plus year old paper.
Measures approximately 4.25 by 4.5 inches
