Amusements

November 5, 1965 Appleton Post-Crescent

From time to time, it's fun to see what was playing at the Brin and other theaters way back when.  And checking out the action at all the local "teen bars" to see what exciting bands were playing was a prerequisite for finding your fun as well.  Elvis, The Beatles, John Wayne, and Old Yeller...what an era to be living in! 

Practical Business Seminar (PBS)

March 15, 1973 Appleton Post-Crescent

 

I remember this initiative only too well at St. Mary's and though I wasn't a part of it, it was the talk of the school for quite some time.  Imagine, giving high school business students practical experience in retailing, bookkeeping, and management outside the school proper and getting credit for it.  The store was at the corner of Racine and Broad Streets and lasted several years. 

Gold Label

formerly advertised as a "healthful drink,"  (see http://menashabook.blogspot.com/2015/01/a-healthful-drink.html) this beautiful label graced one of the Walter Brothers' signature products for years.

Ads

November 5, 1960, Appleton Post-Crescent

 

Here's some fun ads from 55 years ago to take a look at today.  I had almost forgotten about weiners and sauerkraut, but thanks to Wanserski's ad, they jolted me back to my roots. 

Downtown 1955

 

Forgive me if I've offered this photo before, but to me, you can't beat a good view of the downtown, regardless of the era.  This comes from September 1955 and is courtesy of the Appleton Post-Crescent.  I've compared this to the 1958 color version that headlines this blog and besides the parked cars and traffic, there is little change in those three years, save for a sign change at the Ace Bar from Schlitz to Pabst, adding another sign to the Coffee Shop announcing that it is air conditioned, the removal of the hanging Rexall sign in front of Hidde's Pharmacy and the addition of a Walgreens agency sign, and the bold lettering for Tuchscherer's shoe store.  Lots to see if you look closely enough.  Why, it's almost like one of those "can you spot the changes" puzzles.  I'm sure I missed something.  Readers?

Free Turkeys, Free GE Irons

November 10, 1965 Appleton Post-Crescent

We've seen postings about Druck's Electric before on this blog.  But this time, let us hearken back fifty years to their 33rd Anniversary, where the savings were brought to you, the consumer, with the chance to win a flat iron or take home a free turkey with a valid major purchase.  Still not sure?  Don't forget, they offered "revolving charge!" 

Eckrich Home

From about 1897, we visit the home of Louis Eckrich, cooper (barrel maker) at the Menasha Wooden Ware.  Louis' residence was at 317 Second Street.  Posing in front of the home with their children are Louis at center and Helen, Louis' wife on the extreme right. 
photo courtesy of Menasha Public Library