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Synopsis
"In the fall of 1925, young Allan Odell conceived the idea of using consecutive signs along the roadside. . . . In 1963 the last signs were taken down, ending the most famous outdoor advertising venture ever."--1977 Minnesota Almanac
The whole story is in this book, plus all the jingles used. The signs are gone now, except for one set on permanent display at The Smithsonian. You can have them all, always, in your own library with this book.
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About the Author
Frank Rowsome, Jr., was an American writer and editor who worked for Popular Science magazine and a respected chronicler of advertising in the 20th century. He is the author of Verse by the Side of the Road: The Story of the Burma-Shave Signs and Jingles, They Laughed When I Sat Down, and Trolley Car Treasury: A Century of American Streetcars.
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Verse by the Side of the Road: The Story of the Burma-Shave Signs and Jingles
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
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Condition: Fair. Carl Rose (illustrator). In the fall of 1925, young Allan Odell conceived the idea of using consecutive signs along the roadside. . . . In 1963 the last signs were taken down, ending the most famous outdoor advertising venture ever.--1977 Minnesota Almanac The whole story is in this book, plus all the jingles used. The signs are gone now, except for one set on permanent display at The Smithsonian. You can have them all, always, in your own library with this book. Rowsome's volume indexes each of the 600 jingles . . . and as you down the list, preferably reading aloud, it might evoke visions of 1940 Chevies, roadside diners, signs that said EATS. . . . Why were the Burma-Shave jingles so universally loved? Because they were light-hearted and humorous in hard times and war times.--Bov Swift, Knight News Service. Seller Inventory # 00105352071
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Verse by the Side of the Road: The Story of the Burma-Shave Signs and Jingles
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. Carl Rose (illustrator). In the fall of 1925, young Allan Odell conceived the idea of using consecutive signs along the roadside. . . . In 1963 the last signs were taken down, ending the most famous outdoor advertising venture ever.--1977 Minnesota Almanac The whole story is in this book, plus all the jingles used. The signs are gone now, except for one set on permanent display at The Smithsonian. You can have them all, always, in your own library with this book. Rowsome's volume indexes each of the 600 jingles . . . and as you down the list, preferably reading aloud, it might evoke visions of 1940 Chevies, roadside diners, signs that said EATS. . . . Why were the Burma-Shave jingles so universally loved? Because they were light-hearted and humorous in hard times and war times.--Bov Swift, Knight News Service. Seller Inventory # 00107878911
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Verse by the Side of the Road: The Story of the Burma-Shave Signs and Jingles
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E. P. Dutton (edition ), 1966
ISBN 10: 052547191X
ISBN 13: 9780525471912
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Mass Market Paperback. Condition: Fair. Carl Rose (illustrator). The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way. Seller Inventory # 052547191X-7-1
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Condition: good. Carl Rose (illustrator). A copy that has been read, remains in good condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine and cover show signs of wear. Pages can include notes and highlighting and show signs of wear, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or previous owner inscriptions. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships via media mail. Seller Inventory # OTV.052547191X.G
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Unknown. Condition: As New. No Jacket. Carl Rose (illustrator). Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G052547191XI2N00
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Verse by the Side of the Road: The Story of the Burma-Shave Signs and Jingles
Published by
E.P. Dutton & Co October 1966, 1966
ISBN 10: 052547191X
ISBN 13: 9780525471912
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Mass Market Paperback. Condition: Poor. Carl Rose (illustrator). Poor--A book is so worn that is is only good for reading but very damaged. All text complete. Creasing to cover. age toning. front few pages detached from spine. book enclosed in plastic sleeve to prevent further damage. Seller Inventory # 509536
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Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
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Condition: Fair. Carl Rose (illustrator). In the fall of 1925, young Allan Odell conceived the idea of using consecutive signs along the roadside. . . . In 1963 the last signs were taken down, ending the most famous outdoor advertising venture ever.--1977 Minnesota Almanac The whole story is in this book, plus all the jingles used. The signs are gone now, except for one set on permanent display at The Smithsonian. You can have them all, always, in your own library with this book. Rowsome's volume indexes each of the 600 jingles . . . and as you down the list, preferably reading aloud, it might evoke visions of 1940 Chevies, roadside diners, signs that said EATS. . . . Why were the Burma-Shave jingles so universally loved? Because they were light-hearted and humorous in hard times and war times.--Bov Swift, Knight News Service. Seller Inventory # CIN052547191XA