Dinkel's Bakery
Chicago, IL
Photo courtesy Jim Zahniser

The eye catching blade sign for Dinkel's Bakery still catches attention off Lincoln Avenue in Chicago. The bakery first opened its doors in 1922 and continues to serve the community with fresh baked goods under its third generation of ownership. For more information on this classic bakery, see the Dinkel's website. 07-11

Sleber
La Salle, IL
Photo courtesy Kelly Sullivan

Not sure what type of business this is. Sleber's features a fun sign though the lettering looks like its been changed over the years. 07-11

Mae's Hair
Rockford, IL
Photo courtesy Kelly Sullivan

Mae's Hair Care in Rockford, IL. Imagine if the only hair style offered is the one on the sign. 07-11

Hill's Electric
Sterling, IL
Photo courtesy Kelly Sullivan

Hill's Electric is another of the old classic signs that dates back decades. This electric sign is located in Sterling, IL. 07-11

IOOF
IL
Photo courtesy Kelly Sullivan

Here's a classic IOOF sign located somewhere in IL. 07-11

Palmer's Beloit Nurseries
Beloit, WI
Photo courtesy Kelly Sullivan

The Palmer's Beloit Nurseries is a sign that fits the theme of a nursery with its gardening looking marquee. 07-11

Ace of Diamonds
Rockford, IL
Photo courtesy Kelly Sullivan

The Ace of Diamonds sign looks long in the tooth. Or rather, it looks like age has simply caught up with it. 07-11

Bean Shoe Service
Beloit, WI
Photo courtesy Kelly Sullivan

The Bean Shoe Service in Beloit, WI features a fitting shoe sign. That is, the shoe sign fits the theme. 07-11