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Post by David Sechrest on May 17, 2005 3:11:00 GMT -5
Hi Gregg! Nice to see you using the board!
I don't remember that drink, but I sure do remember the coke cooler you mentioned. Russell's Grocery had one, probably just like it, and man, that water was ice cold! It was refreshing on a hot summer day.
It's probably just me, but it seems there was a much larger selection of pop drinks back when we were kids. Big Red, Double Cola, Nehi, Orange Crush, and, of course, Coke and Pepsi. Remember when cans first came out, and you had to pull the tab off the can? And also, those 16 ounce glass bottles. What a handfull for a little kid...
For a while, the fad was to put peanuts in cokes, and if I had extra money for a bag, I'd pour them in the coke bottle.
Cokes of any kind were a real treat when I was young. Mom and dad rarely bought them. The drink around our house was mainly grape koolaid, and sometimes homeade lemonade.
Hey Gregg--one of these days, talk about Ernie's Record Shop!
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Post by Gregg G on May 17, 2005 8:30:45 GMT -5
Dave, I know what you mean about soft drinks being a novelty. My folks bought Pepsi in returnable bottles by the carton,(6), once a week, so we learned to "pace ourselves", because there was never any mid-week grocery shopping. Ernies Record Shop was a really interesting place. Ernie Kerns was my first guitar teacher, and great influence, although I think his musical expertise amounted to staying one lesson ahead of me in the Mel Bay books. He also did a lot of entertaining around town as a clown. I would guess that he worked some with "Smokey Joe" Miller, and I know for sure that he and a friend of my dad's, Jack Watson, had a TV show (WTTV,no doubt), called "Blinky and Ernie." The record shop carried a good selection of the current chart-toppers. Most were on '45s, but when rock-'n'-roll was in its infancy, record companies were still releasing singles on '78s. Actually, Ernie's shop seemed to be stocked with whatever he was "into" at any given time, because for a period he carried a pretty extensive supply of HO-scale railroad supplies. Ernie Kerns was, indeed, an interesting person, and I regret not having stayed in touch with him after I left Columbus. I read in the Republic On-Line of his passing within the last few years, and I'm sorry that I never took the opportunity to thank him for being my first mentor. Dave, I apologize for posting as a "guest." Your records list me as a member, but I never received a password. Keep up the great work. Membership on this forum seems to be growing at a steady rate. Take care.
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Post by David Sechrest on May 18, 2005 0:42:39 GMT -5
EC--I've been meaning to tell you that you did a superb job in posting all your memories! It is an outstanding record that, I hope, people will be able to learn from years from today.
I know this took alot of time, thought, and effort, and I think I speak for everyone who reads this board, that they are truly priceless!
Thanks so much for sharing...
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Post by nanc on May 18, 2005 8:17:56 GMT -5
Hi to all, and David, I have to second your comments to EC. The organization is just superb, and all fits together so well. And just wonderful to read. Thanks, EC. Nanc
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Post by David Sechrest on May 19, 2005 1:09:19 GMT -5
For some of you yung-uns out there, that old toaster that's been sitting on your grandma's counter way before you were even a twinkle in your mom and pop's eyes just might have been "bought" with these: Green stamps were very popular in the 1950's (and 1960's too). The stamps pictured above were part of a promotion from the old Standard Grocery stores across the country. As noted on the back, the Standard Grocery in Columbus was at 727 Washington Street. I don't remember Standard being at this address. In my day, Standard was a couple of blocks further north on Washington (where the Hostess outlet place used to be). I guess when Standard moved, A&P must've taken over this 727 Washington Street address? I can't think of any of my relatives that DIDN'T collect green stamps. My grandma had stacks of these books lying around, and when us kids visited, our job was to lick the stamps and put them in the books (believe it or not, we thought we were having fun!) The way you got the stamps was very simple: the more groceries you bought at the grocery store, the more stamps they gave you. Besides being used for personal purchases, green stamps were also used in community drives to help buy school busses and fire trucks. I might be wrong in this assumption, but I don't think Columbus had a "Redemption Store" where you could exchange the books of stamps for products. S&H published catalogs, and toasters, furniture, and other household goods were ordered from it, once you saved enough books to "buy" whatever it was you wanted. For those of you who still have loads of these books lying around, I'm proud to announce they're still good. If you just happen to have 1,200 books stored away in your attic, they're worth a whopping one dollar and twenty cents! But wait--that's not all--you can still get a catalog by calling 800-435-5674.
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Post by David Sechrest on May 19, 2005 13:24:44 GMT -5
Well, I must have been half asleep when I posted the Green Stamp pic and info last night.
After reading the back this morning, apparently, the 727 Washington Street address WAS for a redemption center, and NOT Standard Grocery (brainfreeze).
So, it must have been very close to Sears. Just for the heck of it, I'm going to check my 1962 phone directory to see if they show any listings for an S&H redemption center here in Columbus.
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Post by Margo CHS Class of 55 on May 19, 2005 15:06:36 GMT -5
Dave, That picture of the S&H catalog popped out at me this morning. I am sure they had a Redemption Store at one time in Columbus, as my Mom was able to redeem her books, for some items we could not afford to buy. I remember distinctly the horrible tasting glue they had on the backs of those stamps! YUUKKK!! The redemption store is active and now online, soo if you have any books laying around, I would love to take them off your hands.
There was also a yellow stamp book, in competition ,but I can't remember it's exact name. DOES ANY BODY KNOW ?
I think we got most of our stamps from the grocery store, and the gas stations. Of course, back then the gas station attendant cleaned your windshield, checked your oil, and asked if there was anything else he could do for you. That's how I met my husband...which is another story for later. Enough for now... time for some one else to join in. Blessings, Margo Class of '55
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Post by Deleted on May 19, 2005 20:51:01 GMT -5
Margo, If my memory is correct the yellow stamps where Top-value stamps and was a Kroger stamp. The Kroger store at that time I believe was in the 25th street shopping center, also the redemption center was located in the center also. I do remember when the Kroger store was downtown, that has been awhile.
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Post by nancs on Jul 10, 2005 12:57:27 GMT -5
Other websites have been referenced on these boards, so am hoping it is okay to put this one in. It covers the 50s, and includes lots of pictures, and the music is great. Take a look and stroll down Memory Lane. oldbluejacket.com/TakeMeBackToTheFifties.htmEnjoy. Nanc
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Post by Babs on Jul 10, 2005 16:50:34 GMT -5
Thanks Nanc, Brings back lots of fond memories; loved the music and in my mind's eye I could see myself dancing in the old gym at a sock hop after one of the ball games. Those were the days!!!!!!!! :-) Loved it!! Babs
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Post by David Sechrest on Aug 5, 2005 12:22:33 GMT -5
Margo! Great to see you back. You've been in all of our prayers...
I hope your class reunion goes off with no snags, and it is hoped you get a good turnout.
I don't know about other reunion committees, but it seems to be very difficult to find those classmates that are no longer with us. I did a special tribute to those who have gone on to greater rewards at my 35th reunion last Saturday, but I also know there are many more than I was able to find out about.
How do other reunion committees handle this, and keep on top of it?
Our Class of 1970 was listed as the largest that ever graduated from Columbus High School. Figures state there were 768 of us. We had about 150 turn out for the reunion Saturday, and considering that our's was only for one evening, I don't think the turnout was too bad.
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Post by Margo CHS Class of 55 on Aug 6, 2005 16:20:25 GMT -5
Thank you, Dasve, It's great to be back!! Really missed the messages on these sites!! I am not in charge of deaths of our classmates. I believe Janet Owen keeps track of it. I know we now have 60 that have left us, for their own "Celebration of the Easter Morning in Heaven". I did have several members contact me about info on those ,and then passed it on to Janet. We always recognize those that are gone, during the program at the Saturday night Banquet. I believe Charlies Battin is in charge of it this time. Did you have a poem, message, or eulogoy that you used? Would be interested in seeing it if possible. Blessings, Margo
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Post by David Sechrest on Aug 8, 2005 13:49:29 GMT -5
Margo, thanks to Bob Anderson, I borrowed his digital projector, scanned yearbook photos of those departed, and read them off one by one as their picture displayed.
It was very touching...
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Post by Margo CHS Class of 55 on Aug 13, 2005 17:35:14 GMT -5
Thanks, Dave, I will see if the committee is interested in doing it this way at our Reunion. Will contact Bob Anderson on Monday Blessings, Margo
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Post by EC on Aug 14, 2005 9:23:03 GMT -5
How many of you had your radio tuned to “Bouncin’ Bill” Baker in the late 50's and 60's to WIBC? Friday night, a TV newscast reported that he had died. I’ve been checking the papers since and found this information by searching the Indianapolis Star online this morning.
Charles William “Bouncin’ Bill” Baker 77, former WIBC-AM morning drive disc jockey and voice talent passed away on Friday, August 12, 2005.
I recall tuning in on the way to school each morning. I never did dance, but I went to a sock hop once at Columbus Senior High School. “Bouncin’ Bill” was doing his DJ routine that night.
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Post by David Sechrest on Aug 14, 2005 12:32:26 GMT -5
EC, I mentioned the "Indy In The 50's" program on WFYI a few nights back. Included in this special was a segment on Bouncin' Bill Baker, with airchecks from his show, and a short interview. I'm sorry to hear he's passed on. From what the guy interviewed said about Bouncin' Bill, he was crazy, and from listening to his show, he certainly created quite a few colorful characters that interrupted him constantly. By the way, the special was for a fund drive for the PBS station, and if you pledged $80, you got a dvd of "Indy In The 50's." The dvd contains more items than what was shown on tv. Someday, it would be nice to have a copy of it. I missed about the first 5 minutes, but did manage to tape the rest of the show, both on the vcr and the computer. I'll post a picture of Bouncin' Bill here.
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Post by JamesK on Aug 14, 2005 22:07:46 GMT -5
TALKING ABOUT BOUNCIN' BILL BAKER. IF I REMEMBER CORRECTLY IN THE 50's HE HAD NOON TIME SHOW ON THE CIRCLE. I THINK I WAS CALLED 'PICK A POCKET'. HE WOULD WEAR AN APRON THAT HAD 8 - 10 POCKETS IN IT AND PEOPLE WOULD SELECT A POCKET AND IN THE POCKET WAS A QUESTION. YOU ANSWER THE QUESTION AND YOU WOULD WIN A PRIZE. I'M FAIRLY CERTAIN THAT WAS BILL BAKER....
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Post by David Sechrest on Aug 14, 2005 22:35:34 GMT -5
Here are 3 pictures of Bouncin' Bill Baker that I took from the special on WFYI the other night: Of course, the pictures and audio clip are copyrighted material, and are offered here only for educational and nostalgic purposes.
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Post by MARGO on Aug 18, 2005 10:39:17 GMT -5
Thank you, Dave for the audio Clip and the pictures !! Boy, It really brings back memories !!! I never knew what he looked like, but remember him on the Circle in Indy. Blessings, Margo
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Post by Gregg on Aug 18, 2005 16:36:01 GMT -5
James K. I think it was Jim Shelton who had the noon-day show from the circle. Or it could have been Jack Morrow. He was also a WIBC dee-jay at the time Bill Baker was with the station.
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