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The RURAL NEW-YORKER 
October 11, 1924 
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Can You Afford 
to Buy Anything 
“Cheaper”? 
The only honest test of economy 
is the service you get for the 
price you pay. The best, whether 
automobiles or rubber footwear 
is never the cheapest when the 
purchase is made, but it always 
costs less in the long run. 
The man who pays $4.50 for a 
pair of best quality shoes is still 
wearing them while his neighbor 
has worn out two “bargain” pairs 
at $2.95 each pair. Which man 
is the thrifty buyer? 
There is no better rubber foot¬ 
wear made than the Converse Big 
“C” Line. All material used is 
absolutely highest quality. From 
the crude rubber to the finished 
shoe or boot, every operation is 
handled by skilled, painstaking 
New England craftsmen, men 
who know their business. 
The result is longer wear —and 
real comfort at the lowest possi¬ 
ble price consistent with the 
quality maintained. Remember, 
footwear “just as good** can't be 
sold Jor any less. 
Ask yourself, will it pay to buy 
anything “cheaper?” 
Cashmerette Upper 
Extra Sheet 
of Rubber 
Friction ' 
Vamp 
Fleece \ 
Lining \ 
'Nebraska’ 
All Rubber Overshoe 
You can’t buy a sturdier, warmer, over¬ 
shoe for heavy work around the farm 
than "Nebraaka” It’s ruggedly built to 
stand tough wear and gives the extra 
long service Big “C” Line footwear is 
famous for. Extra warm wool lining and 
a gusset reinforced against chafing of 
buckles. Extension sole and “Stubgard” 
toe and heel makes it next to impossible 
to snag or scuff the uppers. Always com¬ 
fortable. When zero weather comes, wear 
"Nebraska” over the "Warmfut” gaiter 
described elsewhere on this page. 
Look for the White Top Band and the Big 
“C” on the tough White Tire Sole—then 
you know it’s the genuine ‘‘Nebraska’*. 
m&m 
Cloth Covered Overshoe 
A sheet of pure gum rubber between the wool fleece lining and the 
heavy cashmerette outer layer makes this cloth covered, all rubber 
overshoe waterproof clear to the top. All the protection of an all 
rubber shoe plus the warmth of a cloth top. Just the overshoe you 
need for light outdoor work. Not quite as heavy as the "Nebraska” 
but it stands up splendidly under hard service and wears long. Has 
the Converse extension sole and “Stubgard” toe and heel. To save 
money buy the best. Ask for "Watershed.’* 
BOSTON 
CHICAGO 
NEW YO 
The RURAL NEW-YORKER 
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FOOTWEAR 
CONVERSE 
Converse 
Stubgard** 
Mature of 
l °n edge a n( t 
on original 
footwear. 
Cant Be Made 
Any Better! 
A sincere ambition to make Big 
“C” Line rubber footwear the 
best of its kind has led to im¬ 
provements in construction un¬ 
dreamed of not many years ago. 
For instance the first White Tire 
Sole appeared on a Converse 
shoe. At first it was laughed at 
—now it is imitated! 
From top to bottom Big “C” Line 
footwear is honestly made to stand 
the hardest wear and at the same 
time be easy and comfortable on the 
feet. The best rubber and duck fabric 
is welded by special steam pressure 
cure into one solid, serviceable unit. 
^2^ “Warmfut” 
Cold-Proof Gaiter 
“Caboose” 
World*s Best Work Rubber 
The ideal combination for warmth, service, 
comfort and economy. Takes the place of 
the clumsy, old-fashioned felt boot and 
wears longer. Wear the "Caboose” alone 
over your regular shoes in the fall and 
spring. When cold weather sets in, wear 
"Caboose” over the "Warmfut** gaiter 
and keep warm and dry. 
"Warmfut” gaiter is made from wool yarn 
knitted and shrunk into a solid fabric. 
Has a tough felt sole and leather back 
stay. Made in different heights. 
"Caboose** is the world’s best work rubber. 
Has no equal for wear. Slips on easily 
and fits perfectly. Four ply upper and 
heavy White Tire Sole. 
Don’t be without “Warmfut** and 
“Caboose” this winter. 
Ask Your Dealer 
to show you the “Nebraska”, the 
“Watershed”, the “Ruff Shod”, and 
the “Warmfut” and “Caboose”, all 
described here. Don’t forget to look 
for the White Top Band and the Big 
“C” on White Tire Sole. Find out, 
too, about the rest of the Big“C”Line. 
Shoes and rubbers for all the family. 
Warm 4-buckle overshoes for the 
women folks, husky rubbers, over¬ 
shoes and boots for the youngsters. 
If your dealer hasn’t the complete 
line, he can quickly get what you 
want from our nearest office. 
Send for circular and give 
your dealer's name . 
Ruff Shod 
No better boot made for farm service than "Ruff Shod”. Meets 
every requirement for wear and comfort. Strong and sturdy and 
easy on the feet. Fits perfectly because made over our “foot-shape” 
last. Will not shuck up and down at the heel or “break” at instep. 
Heavy extension sole saves uppers from hard knocks and does not 
collect mud. Has those marks of quality and economy,—the White 
Top Band and the Big “C” on the White Tire Sole. Remember 
the name "Ruff Shod”. 
Factory — WL ALD E N 
PHILADELPHIA 
SYRACUSE 
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