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- Bull Brand Feeds Sign, circa 1935 -
- circa 1935
- Collections - Artifact
Bull Brand Feeds Sign, circa 1935
- Best Western Motel Sign, circa 1950 - The Best Western "chain" was created in 1946 by M.K. Guertin of Long Beach, California, who was inspired by the loosely organized motel associations and referral chains that cooperated in upgrades of their properties. But Best Western, run as an incorporated business, was much more successful. Best Western motels, to display a sign like this, abided by agreed-upon standards.
- circa 1950
- Collections - Artifact
Best Western Motel Sign, circa 1950
The Best Western "chain" was created in 1946 by M.K. Guertin of Long Beach, California, who was inspired by the loosely organized motel associations and referral chains that cooperated in upgrades of their properties. But Best Western, run as an incorporated business, was much more successful. Best Western motels, to display a sign like this, abided by agreed-upon standards.
- Trade Sign, G. Smith Boot & Shoe Store, circa 1875 - The tradition of hand-painted shop signs dates back to colonial days in America. These colorful signs, usually painted on both sides, confirmed to customers that they had indeed reached their destination and enticed potential customers to stop in. The number "5" on this sign also indicates that, by this time, stores were required to post street addresses.
- circa 1875
- Collections - Artifact
Trade Sign, G. Smith Boot & Shoe Store, circa 1875
The tradition of hand-painted shop signs dates back to colonial days in America. These colorful signs, usually painted on both sides, confirmed to customers that they had indeed reached their destination and enticed potential customers to stop in. The number "5" on this sign also indicates that, by this time, stores were required to post street addresses.