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[CarltonHendricks]

30 inches wide by 22 inches tall
Here's a Hires Root Beer sign I've had a long time. I always thought it was about 1910, but someone told me it was from the 1890's. You can read the whole yarn about how I came into it here This sign is on the front cover of a book on root beer collectibles

[bobbvc]

[CarltonHendricks]

Now that's what ya call a Honus Wagner sign...get that puppy fixed...never seen it before, it's exceptional...what's the details?? the who what where on it? What's the dimensions? looks like about 14" wide x 22" tall (or used to be)...the images of Wagner are so clear...and the graphic layout is quite unique...a Honus Wagner celebration.

[bobbvc]

Carlton- Check out my post on the b/s/t. Memorabilia section, 6-24-09.
I've seen 2 of these signs in 30 years. Looking pretty hard the last 15.

[CarltonHendricks]

I'm not a repro guy but that's one good looking repro.

[bobbvc]

Originally Posted by CarltonHendricks

I'm not a repro guy but that's one good looking repro.

Just to clarify.. The repro Carlton is referring to is on the b/s/t. Not the above piece.

[CarltonHendricks]

sure amigo, I got ya, I saw it on the BST forum like you said...this one over here is the real McCoy

[Robbie]

Originally Posted by bobbvc

I owned the one that was sold in the REA auction. The only other one I have seen in 30 years was the Barry Halper one. I think your poster would really benefit from a high quality restoration. Anyway, it's a fantastic display!

[rlevy]

These banners were displayed in 1964 outside Union 76 gas stations in Los Angeles, promoting 8"x10" pictures of various Dodger players given away at the stations with a minumum puchase. It measures a whopping 3 1/2' x 7', and is made out of linen. Never seen another one survive, and being a picture of Sandy Koufax makes it even more unique.

Rick

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[ChiefBenderForever]

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[Rob D.]

Originally Posted by rlevy

These banners were displayed in 1964 outside Union 76 gas stations in Los Angeles, promoting 8"x10" pictures of various Dodger players given away at the stations with a minumum puchase. It measures a whopping 3 1/2' x 7', and is made out of linen. Never seen another one survive, and being a picture of Sandy Koufax makes it even more unique.

Rick

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Hi Rick,

I'm glad you posted that banner. I have one the same size for Cleveland Indians Volpe cups from the same era. When I get home later I'll try to snap a photo and post it. Nice to see that another one of these -- albeit not advertising the same giveaway -- survived.

Rob

[Rob D.]

Originally Posted by rlevy

These banners were displayed in 1964 outside Union 76 gas stations in Los Angeles, promoting 8"x10" pictures of various Dodger players given away at the stations with a minumum puchase. It measures a whopping 3 1/2' x 7', and is made out of linen. Never seen another one survive, and being a picture of Sandy Koufax makes it even more unique.

Rick

Originally Posted by Rob D.

Hi Rick,

I'm glad you posted that banner. I have one the same size for Cleveland Indians Volpe cups from the same era. When I get home later I'll try to snap a photo and post it. Nice to see that another one of these -- albeit not advertising the same giveaway -- survived.

Rob

Cleveland Indians Volpe cup / gasoline station advertising banner, similar to Rick's for the Volpe photos:

[ValKehl]

I wish the condition was better, but I've never seen another.

[rlevy]

Originally Posted by Rob D.

Cleveland Indians Volpe cup / gasoline station advertising banner, similar to Rick's for the Volpe photos:

rob, yours looks to be in nice condition, great graphics. I don't believe they started with the Volpe cups in L.A. until 1965.

Nice to know at least 2 of these outdoor banners survived.

Rick

[HiNeighbor]

Been asleep at the wheel and missed looking at this thread for a while. Nice stuff guys. Carlton, love that Root Beer piece of yours.

Greg

[sayhey24]

Some incredible stuff so far -- here are a few of my contributions.

Greg

[sayhey24]

Another Winchester.

[sayhey24]

More equipment ads.

Greg

[sayhey24]

I'm sorry -- I still have to figure out how to put multiple photos in one post.

Greg

[sayhey24]

One more for now.

Greg

[yanks12025]

You would think i would ahve a great chance to find one of those Peach posters considering i live 10 minutes from Gloversville but i come across nothing dealing with the company, only thing i know is where the old factory was.

[sayhey24]

Thanks Mark -- it's fun finally being able to show some stuff.

Here are a couple of ad pieces from sporting goods stores. The Mays bat is a giant bat (appropriately enough) -- well over four feet long.

[canjond]

Originally Posted by yanks12025

You would think i would ahve a great chance to find one of those Peach posters considering i live 10 minutes from Gloversville but i come across nothing dealing with the company, only thing i know is where the old factory was.

I went to school in Johnstown (which is about 2 miles from Gloversville) and never came across a Peach poster either although I always looked. Also, I co-founded the Fulton Montgomery Sports Historical Society (the museum is now in Gloversville) and we did find some information on Peach but no equipment to display.

[Exhibitman]

Carl Hubbell for Adam Hats:

[oldmancards]

This is an original 1907 Collier's Magazine Coca Cola ad featuring Lajoie and Wadell. It was a full page ad and is in better condition than the photo demonstrates.


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[olsport]