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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 4 Collections and/or Records:

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.) -- Maps. X

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