Browning, John E., 1915-

John E. Browning was a commercial artist and designer who worked in outdoor advertising in New Jersey.

From the description of John E. Browning Papers, 1930-1999 and undated. (Duke University Library). WorldCat record id: 702491411

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• 1915: Born, Jersey City, N.J.
• 1938: Graduated, Pratt Institute, degree in Advertising Design
• Circa 1938: Layout artist, O'Mealia Outdoor, Jersey City, N.J.
• 1939 - 1942 : Artist, J.C. Williams Co., Asbury Park, N.J.
• 1942: Civilian designer, U.S. Army Signal Corps
• 1943: U.S. Army, Fort Sill, Okla.
• 1943 - 1965 : Designer, Welim Davit and Boat Corp., Perth Amboy, N.J.
• 1965 - 1987 : Designer, then supervisory positions, Marine Safety Equipment Corp., Farmington, N.J.
• 1987 Mar. 31: Retired as Vice President, Marine Safety Equipment Corp.

In addition, Browning has worked as a free-lance artist and poster designer for various civic groups, including Women's Clubs and Library Clubs; illustrator for a cook book; and has exhibited his artwork on several occasions.

From the guide to the John E. Browning Papers, 1930-1999 and undated, (David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Duke University)