Name/Title
Article - from J.E. Standley to Harry GeorgeEntry/Object ID
Q1430.635.131NDescription
Advertisement from J.E. Standley to Harry George listing items the Ye Olde Curiosity Shop sells. Undated. Vol II pg. 131N
The image depicts a vintage postcard featuring "Ye Olde Curiosity Shop" located at J.E. Standley, Colman Dock, Seattle, USA. The shop's facade is richly decorated with totem poles and various artifacts. The signage on the building advertises a diverse array of items for sale, including Indian totem poles, baskets, beaded moccasins, silver bracelets, bows, arrow points, masks, relics from Alaska, native agates, mineral specimens, ivory tusks carved by Eskimo, elk and moose teeth, gold nuggets, old coins, stamps, real amber and coral beads, antique jewelry, cameos, relics in brass and copper, sea shells, and corals from every sea. The shop invites potential customers to send for a free catalogue of "10001 Curious Things" and suggests visiting the Seattle Museum and Auditorium on Fifth Avenue. The image evokes a sense of nostalgia and curiosity, capturing the eclectic and exotic assortment of items.
The remaining text advertisement highlights Seattle, Washington, as a tourist destination with numerous attractions and activities. It describes Seattle as the "Evergreen State" and the "Gateway of Alaska and Orient," emphasizing its natural beauty with fresh and saltwater harbors, wooded hills, and snow-capped mountains. The ad lists various points of interest, such as public markets at Pike Place and Westlake, University buildings, the U.S. Navy Yard, and Seattle's big trees. It mentions popular local sites like Lake Union, U.S. Ship Canal Locks, and Snoqualmie Falls. Additionally, it suggests places like Totem Poles, Chinatown, and Mount Rainier, encouraging visitors to explore by ferry, boat, or trolley. The text invites tourists to visit popular establishments like Ye Olde Curiosity Shop for unique souvenirs while offering information about travel services and contact details for E.V. Standley, who handles mail orders and manages museum supplies.Subject
J.E. Standley
Ye Olde Curiosity Shop
Seattle, WashingtonSubject Person/Organization
Harry L. George Collection
