1940s antique SHADOWS OF TELEGRAPH HILL MENU san francisco ca MAILER WWII
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Wonderful original mid-1940s die-cut promotional menu and mailing piece for The Shadows of Telegraph Hill, located at 1349 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, California. Measures approximately 6 x 10.5 inches when folded open to the building view as shown.
A particularly attractive design, this piece folds into the shape of a Telegraph Hill studio building with silhouettes visible through the upper windows. The reverse opens into a multi-panel illustrated menu and promotional brochure featuring artwork of San Francisco Bay, the Bay Bridge, Coit Tower, Telegraph Hill, and surrounding landmarks. The outer panels include illustrations and descriptions of:
- Bay Bridge
- Yerba Buena Island
- Marine Traffic
- Coit Tower
- Artist Quarters
Inside are extensive menu offerings and promotional text describing the restaurant, its history, and Telegraph Hill. Featured specialties include:
- Prime Ribs of Beef Au Jus
- Lamb Curry and Rice
- Fresh Seafood Patties Newburg
- Chicken Casserole
- Veal Paprika
- Homemade Swiss Sausage
- Hungarian Goulash
- Smoked Pork Loin
- Tender Pot Roast
- New York Cut Sirloin / Filet Mignon
The brochure also advertises California wines, cocktails, and house-selected Kentucky bourbon. Printed with the statement \"The Shadows is American Owned and American Operated.\" A \"Uncle Sam Needs Your Help – Buy Bonds\" illustration dates the piece to the World War II era.
Unused on the mailing side, with space for address and a 1½¢ stamp. Printed in an attractive purple ink on textured stock.
Authentic period piece related to family, historyor local heritage - well-suited for historical collections, genealogical /genealogy research, or museum acquisition.Vintage or Antique.
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