Shleppey, John W., 1901-1975
Person
biographical statement
Tulsa area businessman and collector who owned and operated Shleppey Outdoor Advertising. Later he owned a bookstore in Seattle. He was a lifelong acquirer of things, beginning when he was a child before 1920. His extensive collection of books, artifacts, and papers was bequeathed to the University of Tulsa by the Shleppey family following his death in September 1975.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
The 50 Year Club, 1957-11-15
Item
Identifier: 2006.012.16
Scope and Contents
Formal invitation to all pioneers and their families to attend a gala statehood celebration, Tulsa Fairgrounds.
Dates:
Event: 1957-11-15