Advertising and Promotional Collection, 1862-1987

The finding aid for this collection is now available on the Collections Database https://lancasterhistory.andornot.net/en/permalink/486476d9-3b94-4fcf-bb28-126112171680

Call number:  MG0153

1 box     12 folders     .2 cubic ft.

Repository:  LancasterHistory (Organization)

Shelving Location:  Archives South, Side 4

Scope and Content Note:  The collection contains advertising and promotional materials for a wide variety of businesses and organizations.  Included are items from manufacturing, department and clothing stores, entertainment, grocery stores, restaurants, service providers, and clubs.  Of special interest is the use of both English and German in a brochure from the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Co., as well as in the soap-making directions from the Pennsylvania Salt Co.  Also, a 1921 program from Lancaster’s Colonial Theatre and boxing programs listing Leo Houck.

Creator:  LancasterHistory (Organization)