Jack Armstrong: all-American boy

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Robert Hardy Andrews was the creator of 'Jack Armstrong - the All-American Boy,' a juvenile radio adventure series. The series was commissioned by General Mills to promote Wheaties cereal. Collectibles centered on the show abound, including bowls, stamp-collecting kits and sports paraphernalia.

Eating places, Cereal breakfast foods, Fresh or frozen prepared fish, Prepared flour mixes and doughs, History, Advertising, Advertising campaigns, General Mills Inc., GIS, Cereal products, Radio programs for children, Children's radio programs, Andrews, Robert Hardy

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Slot machines of the old West

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Slot machines were first manufactured in the 1890's by Gustav Schultze and by Charles Fey & Co. The machines' heyday occurred between 1924-1950, when they were legal in most states. Machines built by Frank Polk between 1950-52 are the most prized by collectors.

Western States, Collectibles, Western United States, Slot machines

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American West sculptures of Don Polland

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Don Polland's pewter sculptures feature unusual detail and lifelike depictions of Western characters. Prices have escalated since his first work 1966, but collectors say they choose his work for its inspiration.

Portrayals, Sculpture, Cowhands, Polland, Don

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