Karnes & Lott Ice and Coal Illinois Bargain Days Litho Vtg Blotter Advertising

Description

Vintage advertising blotter card, Karnes & Lott Ice and Coal.  According to a 1934  article in the Carlinville Democrat
, "in 1893, the late D. H. Karnes and his brother, Stephen Karnes, established themselves in the Ice business in Carlinville. The partnership continued until Stephen Karnes retired. At that time Edward H. Lott became a partner In the business and the firm name became Karnes & Lott. The partnership continued until the death of Mr. Karnes which occurred in 1924. Since that time the style of the firm, is Lott Ice & Coal Company, under which name the business is conducted today."
3.5" x 6.5".
Proceeds benefit Homeless Pets.