Originally Posted by lovelyl
LOVE the machine! Also enjoyed reading the ad - I agree with the ad, when I acquire a "labor saving device" such as a vintage sewing machine, I do "feel more content". But then I just want another! LOL Congrats on the save, I love to see vintage machines go to someone who appreciates their history!
Originally Posted by marmalade
Now THAT is a family heirloom!!!!
Thank you for sharing the pics and the advertisement.
Your daughter is going to be very happy!
Yes, yes, Linda, that kind of contentment does lead to looking for more! ;) And you are right about it being a family heirloom Marmalade!
I thought I would post a couple more pictures of vintage ads about this machine. I get a big kick out of reading them and clearly you did too.
1918 Western Electric Sewing Machine Ad
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1918 Western Electric Sewing Machine Ad
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1965 Western Electric Ad with Sewing Machine
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