"Grafton's Clothing"

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Kathleen Speake, 1985.

Object number1985.043.011

Label TextA leading seller in Canadian men's apparel, Grafton Apparel Ltd. was founded in 1853, in Dundas, Ontario. The London location was at 154-156 Dundas Street, where Buzz Bagels and the LTC Downtown Information Office are located today. Through years of amalgamations, Grafton Apparel is now sold through retailers including Tip Top Tailors and Mr. Big and Tall. This painted advertisement is one of many created by George Speake (1903-1981), an artist and signwriter who worked for C. E. Marley Limited. Speake worked for the company through its name changes, starting in the 1920's when it was called The Signry Limited and when it was renamed in 1927 to C.E. Marley Ltd. Outdoor Advertising, Electric Signs and Show Cards.

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