picture show

While the era of the soda jerk was before my time, I long for the days on swively stools and flavored fountain drinks served by the cute boy behind the counter.
“The drugstore soda fountain was the backbone of Main Street USA from the time they made their appearance in the 1830’s through most of the [...]

Found by :: Funkijunk

Not only are these photos from a WWII era Navy manual, they are photos of my very handsome grandfather, William Lee King. He served in the Navy on the USS Missouri during the war and shortly after, married my grandmother. We are very proud of Papa & miss him dearly.

Found by :: agilitynut
Just hilarious! When I saw this, I immediately thought of the twelve-year old boy giggle that now and then escapes my husband after a good ‘ol fart joke. It never gets old…
Location unknown (ID, NV, UT?)
According to the ad, this sign was approximately 22′ x 15′ and used neon and bulbs. The [...]

Found by :: paul.malon
These gals really love their tires. Vintage Squeegee tire ad circa 1939.