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Brochure, Mcrorie's Tourist Guide: Good Places To Stop Nov 2017

Brochure, Mcrorie's Tourist Guide: Good Places To Stop

Print Materials from the Richard Mette Collection

Travel brochure listing approved tourist homes from Florida to Canada. Published by T.H. McRorie, 20 East Ninth Street Jacksonville Florida. Includes a list of places of interest and a drawn map of downtown Jacksonville. “McRorie’s Tourist Home 20 East 9th Street Jacksonville, Florida – Famous for Good Beds, Good Eats, Clean Linen and Plenty of Hot Water – Rates $1.00 per day each person. European Plan. An Extra Charge for Private or Conecting Baths.” Includes an advertisement for Pig’n Whistle restaurant: “Open All Night – Look For Neon Sign – Pig’n Whistle – Main and 9th Sts. Jacksonville Florida – …


Remembering Bob Mette, James Webb Jr. Jan 2009

Remembering Bob Mette, James Webb Jr.

Mette Family Biographical Material

Written by Jim Webb in memory of Richard Mette's brother, Robert Allen "Bob" Mette.


Framed Photograph, Matchbook, Napkin: Air Force One Memorabilia From President Ronald Reagan; January 20, 1981 Jan 1981

Framed Photograph, Matchbook, Napkin: Air Force One Memorabilia From President Ronald Reagan; January 20, 1981

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Framed Photograph, Matchbook, Napkin: Air Force One memorabilia from President Ronald Reagan; January 20, 1981 Mette #6


Letterhead: Sid Walker Amusement Enterprises Office, Jacksonville, Fla. 1950'S Jan 1950

Letterhead: Sid Walker Amusement Enterprises Office, Jacksonville, Fla. 1950'S

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A business that specializes in amusement park equipment; Mette #105


Envelope, Hotel George Washington, Jacksonville, Florida; February 1, 1948 Feb 1948

Envelope, Hotel George Washington, Jacksonville, Florida; February 1, 1948

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Envelope printed with Hotel George Washington Jacksonville 2, Florida, image of the hotel with George Washington’s face and 100% Air Conditioned – Optional Use on the front of the envelope. Images of the Hotel Mayflower Jacksonville, New Hotel Jefferson Jacksonville, Hotel George Washington Jacksonville, Hotel Pennsylvania West Palm Beach and Hotel George Washington Palm Beach printed on the back of the envelope. Box: 4 No: 51 (M#138)


Pamphlet, Jacksonville Male Chorus Seventh Season Spring Concert, George Washington Hotel Auditorium, 1947 Mar 1947

Pamphlet, Jacksonville Male Chorus Seventh Season Spring Concert, George Washington Hotel Auditorium, 1947

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Program pamphlet for the Jacksonville Male Chorus’ seventh season spring concert held at the George Washington Hotel auditorium 8:30 P.M. on Wednesday, March 5, 1947. Conductor: Marshall H. Pierson - Accompanist: Jack McHenry - Guest Artist: Rosalind Nadell, Contralto - Accompanist: Stella Fretwell Kennedy. Sponsored by The Jacksonville Civitan Club. The pamphlet includes many local business advertisements. It also lists the patron member, sustaining members, committee chairmen and the 1964-47 Civitan Club officers and directors. Some lyrics to the songs in the program are included. M#66


Personal Correspondence On U.S. Naval Air Station Stationary, Al, Mr. And Mrs. Ralph Savaglio; January 28, 1943, Albert Michael Savaglio Jan 1943

Personal Correspondence On U.S. Naval Air Station Stationary, Al, Mr. And Mrs. Ralph Savaglio; January 28, 1943, Albert Michael Savaglio

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Personal Correspondence on U.S. Naval Air Station Stationary, Al, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Savaglio; January 28, 1943


Personal Correspondence On U.S. Naval Air Station Stationary, Al, Mr. And Mrs. Ralph Savaglio; December 14, 1942, Albert Michael Savaglio Dec 1942

Personal Correspondence On U.S. Naval Air Station Stationary, Al, Mr. And Mrs. Ralph Savaglio; December 14, 1942, Albert Michael Savaglio

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Personal Correspondence on U.S. Naval Air Station Stationary, Al, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Savaglio; December 14, 1942


Menu: George Washington Hotel Thanksgiving Menu, Jacksonville, Florida November 28, 1940 Nov 1940

Menu: George Washington Hotel Thanksgiving Menu, Jacksonville, Florida November 28, 1940

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The Thanksgiving dinner menu for The Rainbow Room, Hotel George Washington on November 28, 1940. It lists the entertainment and menu choices for the evening. “A New High in Entertainment – The Rainbow Room – Eddy Brandt, the Brandt brand of music featuring Margie Stuart, The Brandt Bad Boys and The Glee Club – 6 HOLLYWOOD STARLETS 6” Thanksgiving Dinner Menu: * Canape Anchovy, Seafood Cocktail, Supreme of Grapefruit and Orange au Cherry, Sea Cross Oysters on Half Shell * Chicken Noodle Soup, Southern Style Consomme Double Princesse * Hearts of Celery, Mixed Olives * Roast Young Turkey, Giblet Gravy, …


Pamphlet: The Lobster House On St. Johns River, Jacksonville, Fla; 1940'S-1950'S Jan 1940

Pamphlet: The Lobster House On St. Johns River, Jacksonville, Fla; 1940'S-1950'S

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Menu at the Lobster House on the St. John's River, Jacksonville, Florida 1940-1950


Advertisement Card: Duval Jewelry Company; 1939 Jan 1939

Advertisement Card: Duval Jewelry Company; 1939

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Duval Jewelry Company: Now Featuring a Complete line of CAMERAS (Candid...Folding....Movie). Convenient Terms. Duval Jewelry Company 111 Main St. Lynch Bldg. On Back: Phi Delta Sigma BACKWARD TEA DANCE. Silver Room--Hotel Seminole. Saturday, May 27th, 1939. 3-6. Stag 25 cents. Drag 35 cents


Advertisement Card: Fran Curran "The House Of Better Cigars" Jacksonville, Florida; 1938 Jan 1938

Advertisement Card: Fran Curran "The House Of Better Cigars" Jacksonville, Florida; 1938

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Frank' Curran 111 West Forsyth St. Jacksonville, Florida. Phone 3-9507. Cold Drinks, Candy, Magazines. On back: Tau Delta Tau Script Dance Friday, September 16, 1938. Women's Club. Blaine Sikes' Orchestra. 10' till 2. 99 cents per couple.


The Story Of Jacksonville, Carita Doggett Corse Jan 1936

The Story Of Jacksonville, Carita Doggett Corse

Books

Published and distributed by the Woman’s Club, this booklet was purchased by the Electric Department of the City of Jacksonville. The pamphlet discusses the history of Jacksonville and notable places in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas to visit as a tourist. Art Work by Charles Foster. Printed by Riverside Press. Additional physical copy available in the Richard Mette Collection. PALMM


Booklet: The Story Of Jacksonville, Carita Doggett Corse Jan 1935

Booklet: The Story Of Jacksonville, Carita Doggett Corse

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Published and distributed by the Woman’s Club, this booklet was purchased by Public Utilities, The Electric Department of the City of Jacksonville. The pamphlet discusses the history of Jacksonville and notable places in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas to visit. Box: 4 No: 12 (M# 121)


Correspondence, To Whom It May Concern, Mayor John T. Alsop, February 19, 1931 Feb 1931

Correspondence, To Whom It May Concern, Mayor John T. Alsop, February 19, 1931

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A letter of introduction for Mr. J. W. Dunkerley written on November 19, 1931 by the Mayor of the City of Jacksonville, John T. Alsop Jr. City of Jacksonville Office of the Mayor Jacksonville, Fla. Executive Department Letterhead. Box: 12 Folder: 1 No. 47 (no M#)


Trip Pass, Trolley Weekly Pass, Jacksonville Traction Company, Jacksonville, Florida; March 31-April 6, 1930 Mar 1930

Trip Pass, Trolley Weekly Pass, Jacksonville Traction Company, Jacksonville, Florida; March 31-April 6, 1930

Print Materials from the Richard Mette Collection

Front: “1930 Jacksonville Traction Company WEEKLY PASS Mar. 31 to Apr. 6 Inclusive – Price $1.25 – Pass bearer on cars of Jacksonville Company within days of printed above. This pass is to be shown to Operator and is good for only one passenger and shall be in passenger’s possession while on car. No. 04602 - J.P. Ingle, Manager – Globe Ticket Company Inc., Jax., Fla. – M.O. Huck Paint Company Incc. Guaranteed Products Friendly Service – Phone 5-3449 602 Laura St. “ Back: “Use the Magic of Paint Lucas Paints water-free! –on your home inside and out – On …


The Story Of Jacksonville: Historical Facts, Points Of Interest, Carita Doggett Corse Jan 1930

The Story Of Jacksonville: Historical Facts, Points Of Interest, Carita Doggett Corse

Books

The historical booklet was authorized and paid for by the City of Jacksonville. The pamphlet discusses the history of Jacksonville and notable places in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas to visit as a tourist. Locations in Jacksonville include Hemming Park, the Public Library at Adams and Ocean Streets, Municipal Electric Light Plant, Chamber of Commerce and the Motor Club. Surrounding area locations include the Florida Ostrich Farm, Jacksonville Beach, Heckscher Drive, Municipal Zoo, Fort George Island, Fernandina, Orange Park, Green Cove Springs, Penney Farms, St. Augustine, Matanzas Fort and the Spanish Trail. Additional physical copy available in the Richard Mette …


Advertisement Card: Walker Distributing Company; 1930-1940 Jan 1930

Advertisement Card: Walker Distributing Company; 1930-1940

Print Materials from the Richard Mette Collection

Licensed Distributors. Members Exclusive Distributors Association. 403 Main Street Jacksonville, Florida. Phone 839. Guaranteed by Molton's National Agency. store Room. 34 E. Union Street. Distributing. Sign Tacking. Window Dressing. Circular Mailing. Multigraphing. Folding and Addressing. Lithographing and Sniping. Members of the Certified Mailing Bureau. "Keep Me. You will Need Me Later. The Star of Publicity. We Employ no BOYS"


Booklet: Welcome To Jacksonville, Jacksonville, Florida Jan 1930

Booklet: Welcome To Jacksonville, Jacksonville, Florida

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Booklet: Welcome to Jacksonville, Jacksonville, Florida. Inside it details businesses, churches, and welcome letters to new residents. Circa 1930-1940


Letterhead, Hotel George Washington, Jacksonville, Florida; Undated Jan 1930

Letterhead, Hotel George Washington, Jacksonville, Florida; Undated

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Stationary printed with Judge Florida Hospitality By These Fine Hotels – Radio in Every Room – Robert Kloeppel President and Director – HOTEL GEORGE WASHINGTON 300 rooms -Baths and Showers 100% Air Conditioned Jacksonville – HOTEL MAYFLOWER 300 Rooms –Baths and Showers Garage Connecting Jacksonville – HOTEL FLAGLER 125 Rooms –Baths Garage Connecting Jacksonville – HOTEL GEORGE WASHINGTON 200 Rooms –Baths and Showers Garage Connecting WEST PALM BEACH. Hotel George Washington 100% Air Conditioned – Optional Use Jacksonville Fla. – Once a Guest – Always a Guest


Personal Correspondence On Hotel Seminole Stationary, John D. Cappleman, Allen D. Steele; September 25, 1929, Allen D. Steele Sep 1929

Personal Correspondence On Hotel Seminole Stationary, John D. Cappleman, Allen D. Steele; September 25, 1929, Allen D. Steele

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Personal Correspondence on Hotel Seminole Stationary, John D. Cappleman, Allen D. Steele; September 25, 1929


Envelope, Air Mail Envelope, Hotel George Washington, Jacksonville, Florida, December 1, 1928 Dec 1928

Envelope, Air Mail Envelope, Hotel George Washington, Jacksonville, Florida, December 1, 1928

Print Materials from the Richard Mette Collection

Envelope printed with Hotel George Washington Jacksonville, Florida and image of the hotel. First Air Mail Jacksonville – New York handwritten on back. Jacksonville Air Meet Dec. 1-2 Jacksonville Fla. – Inauguration Air Mail -Dedication Airport – Jacksonville Florida stamp on the back of the envelope. Box:4 No:49 (M#133)


Calendar Card: Greenleaf & Crosby Co. Jewelers; 1928 Jan 1928

Calendar Card: Greenleaf & Crosby Co. Jewelers; 1928

Print Materials from the Richard Mette Collection

Calendar Card: Greenleaf & Crosby Co. Jewelers; 1928


Booklet: The Fountain Of Youth, St. Augustine, Florida Jan 1928

Booklet: The Fountain Of Youth, St. Augustine, Florida

Print Materials from the Richard Mette Collection

Booklet includes a map, points of interest, and important dates from 1513 to 1927.


Berney's Restaurant Cocktail Lounge And Bar Jan 1927

Berney's Restaurant Cocktail Lounge And Bar

Print Materials from the Richard Mette Collection

Berney's Restaurant Cocktail Lounge and Bar. Dine with "The Man in Green" From Ripley's Believe it or Not and peggy the dog. Jacksonville's leading restaurant since 1927. South's most talked of place to dine.... Circa 1927-1950


Napkin: Berney's Restaurant Cocktail Lounge And Bar Jan 1927

Napkin: Berney's Restaurant Cocktail Lounge And Bar

Print Materials from the Richard Mette Collection

Berney's Restaurant Cocktail Lounge and Bar. Dine and Wine with "The Man in Green" From Ripley's Believe it or Not Trade Name Reg. South's most talked of place to dine. Circa 1927-1950


Calendar Card: The Atlantic National Bank Of Jacksonville, 1925 Jan 1925

Calendar Card: The Atlantic National Bank Of Jacksonville, 1925

Print Materials from the Richard Mette Collection

Calendar Card: The Atlantic National Bank of Jacksonville, 1925


Advertisement Card: Revival Services At Central Christian Church, Jacksonville, Florida, Undated Circa 1920-1940 Jan 1924

Advertisement Card: Revival Services At Central Christian Church, Jacksonville, Florida, Undated Circa 1920-1940

Print Materials from the Richard Mette Collection

You are Invited to the Revival Services at Central Christian Church 25 West Ninth Street. Services Every Night at 8 O'clock except Saturdays. From March 10th Till Easter. Horace R. Fretwell, Chorister. Sam I. Smith, Pastor. Roy L. Brown, Evangelist.


Stamp: 5-Cent Monument Stamp, Mayport, Florida Jan 1924

Stamp: 5-Cent Monument Stamp, Mayport, Florida

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Stamp: 5-cent Monument Stamp, Mayport, Florida; 1924


Envelope, Hotel George Washington, Air-Mail Slip From July 22, 1923 Jul 1923

Envelope, Hotel George Washington, Air-Mail Slip From July 22, 1923

Print Materials from the Richard Mette Collection

Envelope printed with Hotel George Washington Jacksonville, Florida and image of the hotel. Envelope stamped Feb 10 1930 3 AM Jacksonville FLA. Air mail stamped received July 29, 1929 Office Secretary R. M. A. Portsmouth N.H. Box:4 No: 50 (M#24)