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- "The Sixtieth Birthday of This Man's Idea," Heinz Company Advertisement, November 9, 1929 - This two-page tear sheet advertising layout was created to be published in the Saturday Evening Post on November 9, 1929, in honor of the H.J. Heinz Company's 60th birthday. The advertisement describes H.J. Heinz's commitment to quality and how the company continues to strive for the highest-quality ingredients and products even after its founders' death in 1919.
- November 09, 1929
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"The Sixtieth Birthday of This Man's Idea," Heinz Company Advertisement, November 9, 1929
This two-page tear sheet advertising layout was created to be published in the Saturday Evening Post on November 9, 1929, in honor of the H.J. Heinz Company's 60th birthday. The advertisement describes H.J. Heinz's commitment to quality and how the company continues to strive for the highest-quality ingredients and products even after its founders' death in 1919.
- Commemorative Book for H. J. Heinz, 1844-1919 - H.J. Heinz was not only a successful entrepreneur in the manufactured food industry but was also respected among his employees and a beloved member of society. Upon his death in 1919, the H.J. Heinz Company published this booklet commemorating his life through reflections on his boyhood, family, religion, and business ethics, among other things. Also included are editorials from various newspapers announcing his death.
- 1919
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Commemorative Book for H. J. Heinz, 1844-1919
H.J. Heinz was not only a successful entrepreneur in the manufactured food industry but was also respected among his employees and a beloved member of society. Upon his death in 1919, the H.J. Heinz Company published this booklet commemorating his life through reflections on his boyhood, family, religion, and business ethics, among other things. Also included are editorials from various newspapers announcing his death.
- Unisys Profile and Facilities World Map, 1988 - In 1986, the Burroughs and Sperry corporations merged to create Unisys. It was one of the largest mergers in the computer and information technology industry. Both companies had a long lineage of developing cutting-edge computing technology. Burroughs started in the late 1800s producing calculating machines, and Sperry formed in the early 1900s making navigation equipment and later built UNIVAC computers.
- 1870-1986
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Unisys Profile and Facilities World Map, 1988
In 1986, the Burroughs and Sperry corporations merged to create Unisys. It was one of the largest mergers in the computer and information technology industry. Both companies had a long lineage of developing cutting-edge computing technology. Burroughs started in the late 1800s producing calculating machines, and Sperry formed in the early 1900s making navigation equipment and later built UNIVAC computers.
- Henry Ford and Others Watching Thomas Edison Sign the Edison Institute Cornerstone, September 27, 1928 - September 27th, 1928, on the future site of Henry Ford's new museum, famed inventor Thomas Edison placed a spade once used by legendary horticulturist Luther Burbank into a block of freshly poured Portland cement. Ford looked on as his friend and personal hero wrote his name in the wet cement, officially dedicating Henry Ford Museum--where this "cornerstone" is now displayed.
- September 27, 1928
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Henry Ford and Others Watching Thomas Edison Sign the Edison Institute Cornerstone, September 27, 1928
September 27th, 1928, on the future site of Henry Ford's new museum, famed inventor Thomas Edison placed a spade once used by legendary horticulturist Luther Burbank into a block of freshly poured Portland cement. Ford looked on as his friend and personal hero wrote his name in the wet cement, officially dedicating Henry Ford Museum--where this "cornerstone" is now displayed.
- Henry Ford and Others Watching Thomas Edison Sign the Edison Institute Cornerstone, September 27, 1928 - September 27th, 1928, on the future site of Henry Ford's new museum, famed inventor Thomas Edison placed a spade once used by legendary horticulturist Luther Burbank into a block of freshly poured Portland cement. Ford looked on as his friend and personal hero wrote his name in the wet cement, officially dedicating Henry Ford Museum--where this "cornerstone" is now displayed.
- September 27, 1928
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Henry Ford and Others Watching Thomas Edison Sign the Edison Institute Cornerstone, September 27, 1928
September 27th, 1928, on the future site of Henry Ford's new museum, famed inventor Thomas Edison placed a spade once used by legendary horticulturist Luther Burbank into a block of freshly poured Portland cement. Ford looked on as his friend and personal hero wrote his name in the wet cement, officially dedicating Henry Ford Museum--where this "cornerstone" is now displayed.
- Henry Ford and Others Watching Thomas Edison Sign the Edison Institute Cornerstone, September 27, 1928 - September 27th, 1928, on the future site of Henry Ford's new museum, famed inventor Thomas Edison placed a spade once used by legendary horticulturist Luther Burbank into a block of freshly poured Portland cement. Ford looked on as his friend and personal hero wrote his name in the wet cement, officially dedicating Henry Ford Museum--where this "cornerstone" is now displayed.
- September 27, 1928
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Henry Ford and Others Watching Thomas Edison Sign the Edison Institute Cornerstone, September 27, 1928
September 27th, 1928, on the future site of Henry Ford's new museum, famed inventor Thomas Edison placed a spade once used by legendary horticulturist Luther Burbank into a block of freshly poured Portland cement. Ford looked on as his friend and personal hero wrote his name in the wet cement, officially dedicating Henry Ford Museum--where this "cornerstone" is now displayed.
- Edward Knabusch and Edwin Shoemaker, circa 1970 - Cousins and business partners Edwin Shoemaker and Edward Knabusch established a successful furniture company through a combination of invention and marketing. The "La-Z-Boy" reclining chair technology they developed--and the creative ways they advertised it to customers--came to define the cousins' business.
- circa 1970
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Edward Knabusch and Edwin Shoemaker, circa 1970
Cousins and business partners Edwin Shoemaker and Edward Knabusch established a successful furniture company through a combination of invention and marketing. The "La-Z-Boy" reclining chair technology they developed--and the creative ways they advertised it to customers--came to define the cousins' business.
- Address to Mr. Henry J. Heinz on the 40th Anniversary of the Founding of H. J. Heinz Company, 1909 - H.J. Heinz was beloved by his business colleagues and employees. This address was made to Heinz during a celebration of the 40th anniversary of the founding of the H.J. Heinz Company. The address praises Heinz for his character, determination, and success, and mentions the presentation of a commemorative cup with the hope that it would become a family heirloom and reminder of the occasion.
- 1909
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Address to Mr. Henry J. Heinz on the 40th Anniversary of the Founding of H. J. Heinz Company, 1909
H.J. Heinz was beloved by his business colleagues and employees. This address was made to Heinz during a celebration of the 40th anniversary of the founding of the H.J. Heinz Company. The address praises Heinz for his character, determination, and success, and mentions the presentation of a commemorative cup with the hope that it would become a family heirloom and reminder of the occasion.
- La-Z-Boy Founders Edwin Shoemaker and Edward Knabusch, 1927-1928 - Cousins and business partners Edwin Shoemaker and Edward Knabusch established a successful furniture company through a combination of invention and marketing. The "La-Z-Boy" reclining chair technology they developed--and the creative ways they advertised it to customers--came to define the cousins' business. This photograph was taken in the early years of their collaboration.
- 1927-1928
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La-Z-Boy Founders Edwin Shoemaker and Edward Knabusch, 1927-1928
Cousins and business partners Edwin Shoemaker and Edward Knabusch established a successful furniture company through a combination of invention and marketing. The "La-Z-Boy" reclining chair technology they developed--and the creative ways they advertised it to customers--came to define the cousins' business. This photograph was taken in the early years of their collaboration.
- Program Commemorating the 94th Birthday Anniversary of H. J. Heinz, October 11, 1938 - H.J. Heinz was not only a successful entrepreneur in the manufactured food industry but was also respected among his employees and a beloved member of society. Despite his passing in 1919, the H.J. Heinz Company continued to commemorate their founder's birthday. This program from an event to commemorate Heinz's 94th birthday in 1938 lists the evening's musical performances and speeches.
- October 11, 1938
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Program Commemorating the 94th Birthday Anniversary of H. J. Heinz, October 11, 1938
H.J. Heinz was not only a successful entrepreneur in the manufactured food industry but was also respected among his employees and a beloved member of society. Despite his passing in 1919, the H.J. Heinz Company continued to commemorate their founder's birthday. This program from an event to commemorate Heinz's 94th birthday in 1938 lists the evening's musical performances and speeches.