Song Sparrow brand, Naval Oranges,, before 1901
Scope and Contents of the Collection
This collection contains over 80 citrus labels from Southern California from the late 19th century and early 20th century. The labels predominately originate from Claremont and North Pomona, California from as early as the 1890s and until the 1950s. In addition, the collection provides some historical insight into the culture of these areas through the art depicted on the labels, including artistic renditions of local packing houses, students and athletes from The Claremont Colleges, and Native Americans.
Dates
- Creation: before 1901
Creator
- From the Collection: Oglesby, Larry C. (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Oglesby, Alice (Collector, Person)
Language of materials
Languages represented in the collection: English.
Access
Collection open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.8 Linear Feet (2 oversized document boxes)
Note
Orange. Grown and Packed at North Pomona California. Stock label.
Stock label 119. "Song Sparrow" on spray of red geraniums, looking at a yellow butterfly. 3 oranges.
Repository Details
Part of the 01 - Special Collections & Archives, The Claremont Colleges Library Repository
800 North Dartmouth Ave
Claremont CA 91711 United States
Email: specialcollections@claremont.edu