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:
Welcome to Eureka California hospitality guide, 1958-08-07
Item — Box 9, Folder: 5
Identifier: 1975-002-6.1-9-5-020
Scope and Contents
Hospitality brochure printed in violet ink. Lists hotels and restaurants. Includes a postcard advertising the Ronel Motel.
Dates:
1958-08-07