Tom Corbett Space Cadet Atomic Pistol
Yesterday a real spaceman, today a fictional spaceman. Tom Corbett was the protagonist of a 1950s media empire. On TV, Corbett was played by Frankie… Read More »Tom Corbett Space Cadet Atomic Pistol
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The lady doth protest too much
Not trying to be political here, but this gal has some moxie. Listen to your local health authorities. Photo by Jan Jessie Jocoy
CASIO PT-1
The late 80’s PT-1 is a stripped down version of the 1981 VL-1, the synth with a rock beat that made “Da Da Da” possible.… Read More »CASIO PT-1
More fun than a basket full of Oscar Mayer wiener whistles
I had no idea that your fully loaded Oscar Mayer Wienermobile contains 11,000 whistles — see point #6. Keep your lips puckered — I will… Read More »More fun than a basket full of Oscar Mayer wiener whistles
April 13 – Apollo 13
Fifty years ago today, Apollo 13 had a little problem to report to Houston. (By NASA’s record it was 3AM on April 14 GMT, but… Read More »April 13 – Apollo 13
Chubby Checker Limbo Game Set & music
Wham-O produced this complete game set with music and limbo bar in 1961. Photo by Ken & Lynn.
Pee Pee Puppy
Remote Control, Battery Operated toy from the 1960s, made by Nomura. Photo by Airloom.
Aren’t you a little short for a stormtrooper?
Photo by Munyon & Sons (who didn’t do such a great job opening that Carson sale on time).
Cookie Time Clock Radio
If Cookie Monster woke me up, I know my first item of business would be to eat a cookie. Also, don’t forget: “A Cookie Is a Sometime Food”.… Read More »Cookie Time Clock Radio