Robert G. Smits

Ed, with friends like you one doesn't need enemies. What a great post regarding someone who is obviously close to you!!

A couple more “small’s”

Greg, I loved your dream. My reoccurring dream is that I am at an evert and after is is over I can't ever find my car and wonder around aimlessly. Do we both need to see a psychiatrist?

And one of out posters is the high bidder at $700K

"Help with a 33 Pierce"

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Six hours ago I received a One Year and a Posting Machine badge but they have now disappeared. I hate to go to bed feeling so SAD re my obvious failures. It gives us something to smile about. Carry on Peter, we're still with you.

Nice advertising item! I remember a few years back a quantity of these was discovered by an antique dealer. That would explain the pristine condition of this advertising piece. Terry your knowledge of advertising history along with Walt and others is amazing and adds to the enjoyment of this thread along with educating the rest of us.

Found in the same box as preceding items. NOS counter display item in original package.

Thanks Walt.

This is a 4 by 4 inch transparency I have no memory of purchasing it or ever seeing it before. Probably came with a box of junk. Any idea how this was used or did someone just take a high quality photo of a nos advertisement?

Nothing to do Sunday morning so I started going through my wife’s vintage clothing storage unit. Interesting Michelin advertising sign. So far I haven’t been able to find a similar sign on eBay. Any idea as to the age? Thanks

AMAZING for those of us who appreciate unrestored metal!!!

K8096, thanks for sharing. Very interesting booklet. Is there a background story?

In addition to AACA I would look for specific car clubs for different makes. I know Dallas has a very active Cad-Lasalle, Mopar and Corvette clubs. Don't overlook Hot Rod Clubs. When I moved to College Station 12 years ago I joined a active Street Rod Club. They have been very helpful.

The thought that someday these would be on a display shelf would never have crossed their mind!!

Sorry I didn't get to finish. My 12y/o triplet grandsons came home from school. Jackie Cooper starred in "The Little Rascals" from 1929-1931. He was also Perry White in four "Superman" movies along with his role in 1931's "The Champ": He was the first child star to be nominated for Best Actor Academy Award for his appearance in "Skippy" at age 9. In addition to acting he had a respectable career as a director for several episodes of M*A*S*H and The White Shadow. He died May 3. 2011 at age 88. 8SH

An interesting advertising piece that has been in my collection for over 40 years. Famous childhood actor who won an Emmy as a director. Sorry for the glare but this is hanging 14 feet up on a wall in my car facility

In the early 80's my 29 Cad Dual Cowl won a AACA first Junior and First Senior with Pin Striping on the passenger side only (Striper got sick and had surgery). It was never questioned by the judging teams.

A big plus for Hilton Head is the associated Savannah Speed Classic vintage racing event. Much more relaxed then Amelia Island and not as prestigious which is fine with me.

During the 10 years we lived in Florida we never missed Amelia. It was always impressive. Dealing with the crowd is a hassle, even when showing a car. My wife quit going to shows where I was showing because I was always so up tight. Haven't shown at a Concours since 2012 and don't miss it although I still enjoy them. Hilton Head was always more "fun" but that is just my opinion

Terry, thanks for the additional information on the Morgan and Wright. I was sure that someone on this forum would have come across this before. Mike Eckles (Showtime Auctions) stopped by the other day and said he had sold a similar print in poor condition 10-12 years ago but knew nothing about the history.

I was thrilled to get out and go to the Pate Swap Meet a few weeks ago. A "junk" vender had a small stack of old magazines bound with twine for $5 that I couldn't pass up. The top magazine was a 1905 Christian Herald with an interesting electric NYC sightseeing bus. As I was going through the stack a few days ago I found this Tucker AD folded up inside one of the magazines. Certainly worth the $5.

Morgan and Wright was founded in 1891 in Chicago during the bicycle boom. By the end of the 19th century they were the largest supplier of pneumatic bicycle tires and bicycle related accessories in the world. In 1894 they patented the “Quick Repair Bicycle Tire” which allowed for “on the road repairs “. With the rotation to automobiles in the early 20 rh century they turned to the automobile market moving to Detroit in 1905. They were purchased by USRubber in 1911 and eventually became Uniroyal. This lithograph was sold to me by East Coast Picker friend who was a business associate of Ray Klug author of Antique Advertising Encyclopedia. I was told it was rare but thought it was a sales pitch. It has been hanging in various locations for 20 years and never out of sight. After Walt started this subject I decided to research the lithograph. I have not been able to find it on the internet or in any publications. If any of you have seen this before let me know and thank you Walt!!!