Friday, April 24, 2020

More Halloween Ads of Long ago

This will give you some idea of the merchandise available for a Halloween party in the 1920's 

 I would love a free copies of the Bogie Book!  To bad I am 94 years to late.


Rubber Doughnuts?  Cat Cries? Snapping Mottoes?  What kind of witchcraft is this?
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  1. Debra She Who SeeksApril 25, 2020 at 10:04 AM

    I remember when crepe paper was king! All those streamers! Does anyone actually use crepe paper any more?

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    1. Lady MApril 25, 2020 at 11:23 AM

      Yes - I was at a child birthday party last October in which crepe paper was featured. But I would say not so much for Halloween. I think it has been replaced by spider webs.

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    2. Bob JohnsApril 25, 2020 at 12:00 PM

      Oh man Crepe paper was so a think growing up. Just the word brought back memories. I also looked up Snapping Mottoes it peaked my interest. it's a pop cracker filled with candy. I love these old adds.

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    3. Lady MApril 25, 2020 at 2:52 PM

      Well thanks Bob - mystery solved!

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  2. DonutApril 26, 2020 at 11:45 AM

    Given the popularity of Halloween doughnuts, rubber ones must’ve been the ultimate prank. I’m a little disappointed with the Snapping Mottoes. I was hoping it was one of those vintage toys that were so dangerous they’ve been outlawed.

    I feel like I wouldn’t have fit in with the Halloween crowd back then. They’d whisper behind my back, “Where’s her apron? And how come she never brings doughnuts?”

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    1. Lady MApril 26, 2020 at 8:16 PM

      I might wear a crepe paper apron with an owl or witch design. But making doughnuts - not a chance.

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