Call NumberZ-15315CreatorSmyth, Charles M.Date1920-1930SummaryView 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. Shows a cowboy inside a room, he looks in a mirror, combs his hair, and holds his hat. His horse is outside the door. Text reads: "Stetson Hats the Better Kind" "The May 16th and Champa."Physical Description1 photographic print ; 20 x 25 cm (8 x 10 in.) mounted on linen.Born-Digital or AnalogAnalogSubjectAlden Sign Co.--ProductsJohn B. Stetson Hat Company--Public relationsMay Shoe & Clothing Co. (Denver, Colo.)--Public relationsCowboysDepartment storesHat industryHats.Geographic AreaDenver (Colo.)CollectionPhotographs - Western HistoryRelated MaterialImage File: ZZR711015315Type of MaterialPhotographic printsOriginal Material Found in CollectionEarl Stiegelmeyer collection of sign memorabilia and billboards.NotesPhotographer's stamp on verso of print. Photographs from the Earl Stiegelmeyer collection of sign memorabilia, billboard designers unknown. Title supplied. R7110153157DonorMark Oatis; May 2002 (gift)
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