Jack's Cafe (Norton, Kansas)
Scope and Contents
The Tim Johnson Collections consist of materials of historical interest collected and donated by Tim Johnson. These collections include manuscripts such as correspondence, maps, and other documents. There are a significant number of photographs in various formats such as cabinet cards, stereoview cards, and some photographic postcards or carte-de-visite. There are many picture postcards that document historical Kansas places and events. Mr. Johnson continues to collect materials, so this collection may grow over time.
Dates
- Creation: 1853-1975
Creator
- From the Collection: Johnson, Timothy (Person)
Full Extent
From the Collection: 10 Cubic Feet
Language of Materials
From the Series: English
General
Front: Jack's - An Oasis for Fine Eating in Norton. Friendliest City in Kansas
Back: Jack's Café, Located at Highways US-36, US-383, US-283, Norton, Friendliest City in Kansas. Seating capacity for 85, with drive-in service, coffee shop and dining room seating 65. Fully air conditioned with beautifully decorated interior. Parking lot for 125 cars. Motels accommodating 500 guests within 400 yards. Noted for delicious CHARCOAL STEAKS and sea food, crispy refrigerated salads, sandwiches and cold soft drinks. Phone 1022 for reservations. Owners Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ward.
Geographic
Repository Details
Part of the Fort Hays State University Special Collections Repository
Special Collections
Tebo Library
502 South Campus Drive
Hays KS 67601 United States
scua@fhsu.edu