Call NumberZ-15302Date1930-1940SummaryView of a billboard in Denver, Colorado. The billboard has a frame that consists of two oversized newel posts with newel caps, and a cornice across the top with a small pediment with letters that read: "Alden Sign Co." The bottom of the sign consists of a narrow skirt with vertical uprights. Electric lights are mounted on top of, and pointed at the sign. The sign shows a decorated Indian elephant led by a mahout in a white robe and turban. A long line of cups with legs follows the elephant. Text reads: "Bluhill Coffee, More Good Cups Per Pound" "Join the Parade." An address on the curb reads: 1300 So. Broadway.Physical Description1 photographic print ; 20 x 25 cm (8 x 10 in.) mounted on linen.Born-Digital or AnalogAnalogSubjectAlden Sign Co.--ProductsBluhill Coffee--Public relationsDenver (Colo.)BillboardsCoffee cupsCoffee industryElephants.Geographic AreaDenver (Colo.)CollectionPhotographs - Western HistoryRelated MaterialImage File: ZZR711015302Type of MaterialPhotographic printsOriginal Material Found in CollectionEarl Stiegelmeyer collection of sign memorabilia and billboards.NotesPhotographs from the Earl Stiegelmeyer collection of sign memorabilia, billboard designers unknown. Title supplied. R7110153026DonorMark Oatis; May 2002 (gift)
Billboard for Bluhill Coffee (1930-1940). Denver Public Library Digital Collections, accessed 23/06/2025, https://digital.denverlibrary.org/nodes/view/1127106
