The Louisiana Purchase Exposition, informally known as the St. Louis World's Fair, was an international exposition held in St. Louis, Missouri, United States, from April 30 to December 1, 1904. Local,
Poster for the exposition painted by Alphonse Mucha
The Government Building at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition
John Wanamaker was an American merchant and religious, civic and political figure, considered by some to be a proponent of advertising and a "pioneer in marketing". He served as United States Postmast
Wanamaker in July 1915
Signature of John Wanamaker
Wanamaker, c.1890
An illustration of Philadelphia City Hall and John Wanamaker's "Grand Depot" at 13th and Market Streets in Philadelphia