Pike and Broadway, Capitol Hill
This specimen is in excellent shape with lots of color remaining.
"Hartford Glass Co.
Automobile Glass and Mirrors"
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
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Ghost signs are intriguing remnants of any city's past, and the collection Seattle boasts is awesome. They provide tangible glimpses into another time and allow us to experience the past in the present. I am thoroughly enchanted by these signs, and with the help of local history and architectural resources I am slowly puzzling out some of the many stories associated with these early advertisements. I share what I've learned when possible, and often revisit these posts to include new information.
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I was looking for Holsum bread ads via a Google Image search when I found your blog. I'm now following it. Seattle is larger and older than Helena, but we've still a few really neat ghost signs that I may post - if I ever get around to taking the pictures. I'm enjoying your finds for the time being.
If anyone's interested I have an original Hartford glass company glass marble pinball machine all wood handcrafted in an original condition still functions as well as it always has. I'm letting it go to interested collectors of American artifacts such as this. People who are interested should get a hold of me 503 572 3378
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