Sign, Advertising
Object number93.240.3323
Datec. 1900
MediumPaper; Cardboard; Ink
Credit LineGift of H.J. Heinz Company
DescriptionRectangular cardboard sign with white background. Heinz maker's marks across top, and red and black alternating text below. Text on back of sign.
Dimensions11 x 21 in. (27.9 x 53.3 cm)MarksTop left corner includes the text "ESTABLISHED" in red and "1869" in a white against black circular shape. Manufacturer's Mark "13" in black in corner. "HEINZ" printed in white in green pickle in center. In right corner, "57" printed in white against a black circular shape, and red "VARIETIES" below circle. Center of the sign includes the text: "WE PICKLE TO PLEASE! / Nine minutes ride to see cleanest / and best equipped Food product plant. / Take yellow cars 5th & Wood or 6th & Liberty. / HOURS FOR VISITORS 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M."
Back of sign includes the text: "TO THE GROCER: / A card of letter of introduction from you will / give any of your customers, when visiting Pittsburgh, / our personal attention and access to our PICKLE / AND FOOD PRODUCT ESTABLISHMENT. / H.J. HEINZ CO." The top left corner includes the number: "1000" written in pencil.
Historical NotesSign displayed in streetcars to advertise Heinz products.
Related institution
H. J. Heinz Company
(founded 1888)
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