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For all of you advertisment steel sign fanatics out there this is for you!! : ) This is a newly picked sign from today. It seems to be from the 1930's or 1940's with the switchboard number on it.
I am not able to find anything on the company online as well so for anyone that does know anything about the sign or company I would appreciate any feedback. Thank you as well in advance....
Take care everyone and have an awesome weekend! Peace... : )
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