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 13 Collections and/or Records:
The Prime Rib menu, undated
The Prime Rib menu, Portland, Oregon. "Davey's Locker, The Prime Rib, and Eddie's: Portland's Family of Fine Restaurants"
White menu with gold lettering and illustrations. Menu lists steak dinners and steak and seafood specials.
Western Hotels table card
Western Hotels table card, undated
Western Hotels. Illustrated table card advertising the Cafe Baron at the Multnomah Western Hotel of Portland, which was a medieval-themed lounge and restaurant. Verso advertises a cocktail themed to the medieval style.
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