Day 3 – Gift Giving Idea from Bahoukas

1963 – JFK Assassination probably the most remembered event

Tapestries with John F Kennedy profiles on them

With the release of 13,000 documents related to the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy, it seemed an appropriate time to mention some of our JFK collectibles available at Bahoukas Antiques. Above are a few of the JFK Tapestries we have. They are beautifully done! Possibly a grandparent or parent would appreciate one of these items. Then take the time to listen to their stories from those days long gone.

JFK Memorabilia including magazines, tokens, small busts and figurines, banks, PEZ Presidents Collection, Vinyl Record of actual speeches of FDR and JFK, actual photos of his grave site taken in March/April 1964

Above is a small selection of the many JFK Memorabilia we have for you at Bahoukas. Included are several magazines (Post and Life), a vinyl record of the actual speeches of Franklin D. Roosevelt and John F. Kennedy, small busts, figurines, banks, tokens, and even a PEZ Presidents Collection.

1964 photo of JFK grave siteAlong the bottom of the above photo are a few photos taken of the Kennedy grave site in March/April 1964. To the left is a larger image of one of those photos. (Apologies for the blur)

Are you interested in reading these documents for yourself? Click this link to the government archivesRead them for yourself. We will note that there are still many redactions.

Do you wonder what else happened in 1963?

Let’s see:

  • a Blue Lava Lamp from WikipediaThe Lava Lamp was introduced (photo from Wikipedia)
  • AT&T introduced the touch tone phone
  • The Beatles released their first album,
    “Please Please Me”
  • Martin Luther King gave his “I Have A Dream” Speech

Curious about other trends and happenings? We can point you to more by having you click this link.

Many items besides the JFK Memorabilia are available at Bahoukas Antique Mall. Always we invite you to stop in and browse. And yes, we’ll be watchin’ for ya.

Day 2 – Gift Giving Idea from Bahoukas

E.T. Phone Home!

On Day 2 of our 44 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas we are reminded of our family holidays and traditions. Then we thought about E.T. asking to ‘phone home.’ For the lover of all things E.T., we have the following that includes a very collectible lunch box (thermos included), E.T. glass, and several different sizes of E.T. figures, some with movable parts. Of course, there’s plenty more lunch box collections and movie memorabilia.

ET lunch box and thermos, glass, and figures in several different sizes all at Bahoukas in Havre de Grace

Below is a great youtube video from the movie, E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial. A great movie … so grab a copy or look for it on the internet and join the kids for a great evening of movie watching and popcorn. Of course, that’ll be right after they’ve opened their Christmas gift and received an E.T. collectible. In the mean time, take some time to ‘phone home’ and let those you love know that you’re thinking of them. Stop in soon to Bahoukas Antique Mall. We’ll be watchin’ for ya!

 

Day 1 – Gift Giving Idea from Bahoukas

NASCAR Collectibles Seems Like the Perfect Start

During the next 44 days we’re going to offer some creative ideas to help you find the ideal gift for that very special ‘someone’ in your life. Your significant other, your kids, your grandkids, maybe a best friend or someone in the office. No matter, we’ll have a number of suggestions to help you discover the perfect gift.

With the NASCAR race tonight (11/10/2017) at the Phoenix Speedway, and the Grand Finale on 11/17/2017 at the Homestead-Miami Speedway, it’s the perfect time to remind you of the NASCAR collectibles we have waiting for you to choose a few items for the NASCAR collector on your list – or maybe you just want to encourage someone to ‘start’ their collection.

Nascar Collectibles available at Bahoukas Antiques in Havre de Grace including Jimmy Johnson jacket and beer mug, Jeff Gordon License Plate, Richard Petty Pepsi (never opened), Nascar Pencils #20 Tony Stewart, Dale Jr flag #8 and coasters and #01 Army/American Hero model car

So enjoy the races and then pop in to Bahoukas to grab the NASCAR collectible and memorabilia that will complete your collection! They make perfect gifts as well. Stay-tuned. We have 43 more days to go. In the meantime, we’ll be watchin’ for ya!

Do you know what a ‘Dover’ is?

It’s that time of year when baking …

and cooking things like soups and stews help us to take the chill off the house. We thought it was also a perfect time to share a most unique implement that many of you have in your home –  the simple rotary egg beater and a bit of its history!

Below is a collection of egg beaters available at Bahoukas Antique Mall. Top row (l to r) include red-handled Merry Whirl 1916 egg beater (USA), 1916 egg beater, A&J 1923 egg beater – red or green handled – made in USA, and a steel handled egg beater (USA).

a variety of egg beaters from the early 1900s

Bottom row includes (l to r): Ladd egg beater by United Royalty Corp NY – 1929, high speed super center drive beater, child’s egg beater, One Hand Whip – this one you squeeze, 1904 Dover Pattern Improved egg beater (USA), Dunlap’s Sanitary Cream & Egg Whip – no spatter/no waste – 1916, and an A&J Whippit – cream whip.

…By the 1870s, the Dover cast-iron rotary eggbeater hit the market and revolutionized cooking in American kitchens. Now, that 90-minute chore took just 5 minutes. Cooks all over the country could rest their weary arms and still produce light, fluffy egg whites. In fact, Dover eggbeaters became so common that all eggbeaters were called Dovers, even when manufactured by another company.

 

…(Taplan created an improved Dover)…In 1903, this eggbeater could have been purchased at any one of the 10 hardware stores listed in the La Crosse city directory. Fifteen years earlier, such a fancy tool would have cost more than a dollar, but, by the turn of the century, these beaters were so common they could be purchased for less than 10 cents.

 

from LaCrosse Tribune

Yep, if you’ve read this far, you’ve learned that a “Dover” was what most folks called the egg beater – kind of like when we use the trademarked “Kleenex” to mean a facial tissue!

Amazingly, it took nearly 90 minutes to get fluffy egg whites until the egg beater reduced that chore to 5 minutes!

Would you like to know exactly how the rotary egg beater works?

CLICK HERE for a description of the mechanics of this labor-saving kitchen tool from the BBC – history of the world or you can watch this video!

Imagine…. it took 90 minutes to accomplish those fluffy egg whites before the invention of the egg beater!

Happy Baking!

When you need a break, or a practical tool, stop by Bahoukas Antique Mall. We’ll be watchin’ for ya!

Grandfather, Mantle and Wall Clocks – oh my!

Time Change and Vintage Clocks

Beautiful Grandfather Clocks at Bahoukas Antique Mall

As we all try to adjust to standard time, we pay a bit more attention to clocks. We thought we’d share the beauty and variety of vintage and collectible clocks available at Bahoukas Antique Mall. 

This outstanding grandfather clock has the original clockworks from 1795.

 

The case was handcrafted to the original design in 2000.

 

Definitely come in and see this clock. We apologize for the cut and paste of the photo. It was difficult to back up far enough to get the clock in one photo. It’s beautiful and a “must see”!

Below is a closer view of the face of the clock. (Ignore the reflection from the light above the clock!!!)

A closer view of the face of the grandfather clock

The best of the 17th and 21st centuries in one beautiful piece!

 

 

Next we share two very collectible mantle clocks. The clock on the left is an impressive Gingerbread-Style and the one on the right is a standard mantle clock by Ingraham. CLICK HERE for a link to the history of Ingraham Clock Company.

Gingerbread style collectible mantle clock Standard mantle clock by Ingraham

At Bahoukas you’ll also discover a variety of wall clocks including these two. On the left is a reproduction of a vintage clock, on the right is a gorgeous clock from the 50s that offers beautiful chimes. We encourage you to stop in and view the many clocks and time pieces we have.

Reproduction wall clockW1950s wall clock with beautiful chimes

We also highly recommend Stephens & Stephens for any repairs, refinishing, or purchases of clocks.  is highly trusted for repair and restoration work by discriminating collectors and owners all over the East Coast, including the State of Maryland, The Governor’s Mansion, The State House, and The Homewood House Museum at Johns Hopkins University, MBNA

Remember, we’ll be watchin’ for ya!

Time to Fall Back

Digital or Analog?

Today, with everyone reading time on their smart phones or computers, analog time seems to be nearly a thing of the past. Can your children tell time on an analog clock/watch? Not sure what that is?

One of the most common examples of the difference between analog and digital devices is a clock. On the analog clock, the time is represented by hands that spin around a dial and point to a location on the dial that represents the approximate time. On a digital clock, a numeric display indicates the exact time.   from Dummies.com 

10 min 'hour glass' , Fisher Price clock, Burlington SPecial Pocket Watch, Coca Cola watch w/diamonds, and a travel alarm clock by Westclox

Before the blinking digital clocks on our stoves, computers, and nightstands, we used a variety of timepieces. Above is a small collection from Bahoukas Antique Mall that include: a 10-minute hourglass used as a timer, a Travel Alarm Clock by Westclox, a Fisher Price children’s clock, a Burlington Special Pocket Watch, and a beautiful Coca Cola watch w/diamonds.

While doing a bit of research for this post, we discovered this tidbit in reference to a Lord Baltimore Alarm Clock by Westclox. Do you have one of these?

IMPORTANT REMINDER

This weekend we ‘fall back’ as we turn our clocks back one hour to standard time. You get an extra hour of sleep before heading out to church on Sunday. Enjoy and savor. For those who love the morning sun, smile!

Watch for our next post when we share some wonderful older clocks including a grandfather clock and a mantle clock available at Bahoukas. Til then, make a plan to stop by Bahoukas. We’ll be watchin’ for ya!

Airline Memorabilia at Bahoukas

Cards and Puppets to Model Planes and Transistor Radios

PanAm transistor radio plane, deck of cards, United Air Lines puppet, TWA pilot wings and more models

Airline Memorabilia is both fun and interesting. In front (l to right) is a Panam 747 friction plane model, a deck of cards, another PAN AM plane with a transister radio, a silverware set from American Airlines and one from United Air plus a TWA fork, pilot wings from TWA, North West, and American Air. In back is a battery-operated Pan Am plane and a United Air Lines puppet.

Tiki Statue from United Airlines Hawaii

 

Looking for even more unique pieces?

Check out the TIKI statue from United Airlines Hawaii.
This piece is in excellent condition!

 

 

Or maybe you love Air India…

‘We call him a Maharajah for want of a better description. But his blood isn’t blue. He may look like royalty, but he isn’t royal.’ These are the words of Bobby Kooka, the man who conceived the Maharajah.

This now familiar lovable figure first made his appearance in Air India way back in 1946, when Bobby Kooka as Air India’s Commercial Director and Umesh Rao, an artist with J.Walter Thompson Ltd., Mumbai, together created the Maharajah.  from The Air India Brand

This quote from the website for Air India shares a good deal of fun information on the development of their brand identities.

Maharajah of Air India

We also found this interesting site for anyone who may want to learn more about Airline Memorabilia. Enjoy!

Welcome to the World Airline Historical Society. We are dedicated to preserving the history of the airlines of the world. Our contributors are experts in all facets of airline memorabilia, and the WAHS sponsors the annual Airliners International™ convention, for over 40 years, the world’s largest airline collectibles show. Access to our current articles and archives is free, all we ask is that you register so we can keep you updated on Airliners International and special events. Welcome and ENJOY!   from World Airline Historical Society Online

As always, we encourage you to visit Bahoukas Antique Mall in historic, downtown Havre de Grace. We’ll be watchin’ for ya!

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