While searching through a box of my father's memorabilia I was astonished to find out that he worked for G. H. Packwood Manufacturing Co. in St. Louis, Missouri, prior to working for the Hallmark Co. He was a salesman and as I discovered, a cartoonist/graphic designer.
This is just one of many cartoons that were used for the company's various brochures and advertisements.
I have an old brass letter opener that has a rooster for the handle. It has PAX in one side and Packwood MFG ST. Louis on the other. Can anyone tell me if it's worth anything. It's in great shape.
ReplyDeletePerhaps an historical Society in St. Louis may be able to give you a good lead.
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