Sign, "Sh-h-h Please Do Not Disturb," 1935-1945
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Artifact Overview
Like today, proprietors of mid-20th century hotels, motels and inns provided "Do Not Disturb" signs for weary travelers who wanted a restful stay. Guests placed the sign outside on their door to alert staff to please be quiet and not enter the room. This sign even included instructions that guests could use to stop unwanted telegrams or telephone calls.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Sign (Declaratory or advertising artifact)
Date Made
1935-1945
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2014.4.331
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.
Material
Cardboard
String (Fiber product)
Color
Tan (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Height: 5 in.
Width: 5.75 in.
Inscriptions
Front of sign: Sh-h-h / PLEASE DO NOT DISTURB / If you wish undisturbed rest of privacy, please hang this / notice on the outside knob of your room door. Please note, / however, that telegrams WILL be delivered during this period, / unless you request otherwise. Notify telephone attendant / if you with TELEPHONE service temporarily suspended. / BLACKHAWK HOTELS COMPANY
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