Sign, "Do Not Disturb," 1930-1939
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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
1930-1939
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2014.4.369
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.
Material
Cardboard
String (Fiber product)
Color
Ivory (Color)
Black (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Height: 4.25 in.
Width: 5.25 in.
Inscriptions
Front of sign: MOUNT ROYAL HOTEL / Guests wishing not to be disturbed by knocking / on the door are requested to hang this notice on / the knob outside of door. Remove after use. / Notify telephone operator if service is to be / temporarily discontinued. / Telegrams will NOT be delivered while this / service is in force, unless instructed to contrary. / Form 38 / DO NOT DISTURB
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