Shleppey, John W., 1901-1975
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 512 Collections and/or Records:
Vista Las Palmas floor plan brochure, undated
Vista Las Palmas sales promotion pamphlet from a real estate agent named Russell Wade. Gives exterior photographs of various models of homes available in Palm Springs subdivision, and has pricing and an illustration of a typical home layout.
Von's Cafe dinner menu, undated
Von's Cafe. Verso describes the history of the restaurant and how it was founded in 1910 and changed its name in 1939; also discusses history of Seattle, so it is assumed that the restaurant is located in Seattle, Washington.
Illustrated menu cover. Extensive menu lists typical dinner fare, and includes two sheets of paper dedicated to dinner menu items.
Warling's menu, undated
Warling's. 7115 Woodlawn. Seattle, Washington.
Illustrated menu cover. Dinner menu lists steaks and seafood.
Warner Represented Distinguished Hotels, undated
Warner Represented Distinguished Hotels.
Multi-page booklet advertising hotels around the United States owned by this conglomerate group. Includes photograph illustrations of exteriors and describes amenities.
Washington Athletic Club lunch menu, undated
Washington Athletic Club. Seattle, Washington.
Illustrated menu cover. Interior menu is separate, meaning that it is not printed onto the cover, but is included as multiple illustrated pages. Lists typical lunch fare, chef's suggestions, etc.
"We wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year", undated
Thick cardboard printed with blue, silver, and red scene. No name or date listed.
Welcome to Eureka California hospitality guide, 1958-08-07
Hospitality brochure printed in violet ink. Lists hotels and restaurants. Includes a postcard advertising the Ronel Motel.
Welcome to the Magic Empire paper placemat, undated
Welcome to the Magic Empire. Hand-illustrated map of Northeastern Oklahoma with various dams, water features, and other landmarks. Copyrighted by the Tulsa Paper Company.
Welcome to Tulsa Magazine, 1961-07-07 - 1961-07-14
Welcome to Tulsa Magazine - Official Publication of Tulsa Hotel Association. "Where to dine / Places to go / Special events."
Printed in black and red on the cover. Lists entertainment, meetings, places to stay.
Well of the Sea Carte des Vins, undated
Well of the Sea, Hotel Sherman, Chicago, Illinois. "Carte des Vins" translates to wine list.
Illustrated menu cover. Menu lists wines. Verso has a chart indicating the quality of vintage wines and champagnes from 1921-1950.
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