Summary
Poster with the slogan 'Please Don't Spit' issued by the Victorian Tuberculosis Association, circa 1950s. It was used in the Simpson's Gloves Factory, where it was found in a large storeroom downstairs.
Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd was formed in 1924 and produced leather gloves and coats, handbags, helmets and associated leather goods. The company first operated in Smith Street, and subsequently Alexandra Parade, Collingwood, relocating to Victoria Street, Richmond in 1928, where it remained until 1988.
Physical Description
Poster with yellow and white background, white, black and red text and a drawing of a little girl pointing at the ground and a red faced man.
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Collecting Areas
Medicine & Health, Working Life & Trades, Clothing & Textiles
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Acquisition Information
Cultural Gifts Donation from Mr Alistair Mitchell, 1989
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Acknowledgement
Donated through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program.
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Place Used
Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd, 488-496 Victoria Street, Richmond North, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, circa 1950s
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Issued By
Victorian Tuberculosis Association, 406 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, circa 1950s
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Inscriptions
On poster: 'Please / DON'T / SPIT / SPITTING SPREADS DISEASE'
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Overall Dimensions
245 mm (Width), 342 mm (Height)
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Keywords
Advertising, Glovemaking, Health Campaigns, Health Checks, Leatherworking, Trades, Tuberculosis
