Who invented the freakin billboards?

Question

Who invented the freakin billboards?

Answer 1

the Egyptians first concepted the idea of billboards

Egypt's Stone Obelisk: Man's First Outdoor Advertisement

Thousands of years ago, the Egyptians used a tall stone obelisk to publicize laws and treaties. This is the early form of outdoor advertising. With the advent of publication through the obelisk, people have their first advertisement. Political and more it may seem, but still advertising nonetheless.

later on:

Early Stages of Advertising

When Johannes Gutenberg invented the movable type printing in 1450, modern advertising was introduced through the handbill. And in 1796, the first illustrated poster was made when the lithographic process was perfected.

Answer 2

Billboards: The granddaddy of outdoor media

Billboards can cover a market far and wide, dotting the landscape, and offering round-the-clock promotion of products, services, and anything else intended to reach a mass audience. They are considered the oldest media product; billboards have been used to promote businesses since before television and radio were invented. The first billboard in the U.S. was printed in 1835, according to the Outdoor Advertising Association of America Inc. Even though billboards have been in use for over a century and a half, some see them as an alternative advertising medium

Answer 3

Baby Jesus

Answer 4

burma shave used to place signs alongs roads in the 30s/40s with an continuing  message to pique driver's interest . . .