Alan Mays' photos with the keyword: rectangles

Woman's Photo on a Colorful Celluloid Plaque, ca.…

27 Apr 2017 5 4 822
Celluloid medallions and plaques like this were popular during the early part of the twentieth century. The design on this colorful plaque is dated 1927. For additional examples, see my small album of Celluloid Photographic Medallions (including the two below) or head over to Flickr to take a look at the George Eastman House's collection of Celluloid Medallions & Buttons .

Smiling on a Stroller

02 Jul 2014 3 2 1128
A brightly colored celluloid medallion with a photo of a cute kid on a Taylor-Tot stroller for the Taylor-Tot Stroller Vintage Memories group. For additional examples, see the George Eastman House's fascinating and extensive collection of Celluloid Medallions & Buttons on Flickr.

Phone Us for Convenient, Careful Service

30 Jan 2014 5 1462
"You'll like our prompt cleaning. Phone us for convenient, careful service. Keemer Cleaner, Lincoln Highway East, phone 4-3721."

Don't Wait for a Hearse to Take You to Church

03 Jun 2013 7 2 1677
A rather macabre message on a National Refining Company "boy with slate" label that advertised En-Ar-Co Motor Oils and White Rose Gasoline.