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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 12 Collections and/or Records:

Palm Springs Biltmore brochure, undated, early 1950s?

 Item — Box 9, Folder: 5
Identifier: 1975-002-6.1-9-5-009
Scope and Contents

Palm Springs Biltmore. Color illustrated brochure with black and white photographs of amenities and guests having fun.

Dates: undated, early 1950s?

Palm Springs Biltmore Winter and Summer rate schedules, undated, early 1950s?

 Item — Box 9, Folder: 5
Identifier: 1975-002-6.1-9-5-006
Scope and Contents

Palm Springs Biltmore rate schedules for winter (December 21 - April 21) and summer (June 4 - September 28). Lists prices for rooms and suites. Describes amenities.

Dates: undated, early 1950s?

Palm Springs Guide, 1956-11-18 - 1956-11-24

 Item — Box 9, Folder: 5
Identifier: 1975-002-6.1-9-5-008

This Week in Palm Springs Map and Entertainment Guide, November 10

 Item — Box 9, Folder: 5
Identifier: 1975-002-6.1-9-5-005
Scope and Contents

This Week in Palm Springs Map and Entertainment Guide.

Extensive fold-out map with entertainment available for the week. Advertisements for lounge singers, lists of the addresses of the stars, hotel directory, etc.

Dates: November 10

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  • Subject: Palm Springs (Calif.) X

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Type
Archival Object 6
Digital Record 6
 
Subject
Hotels -- History. 6
Hotels Advertising. 6
Hotels. 6
Palm Springs (Calif.) -- Maps. 4
Real estate agents -- California. 2