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| SEPTEMBER 1999 | NOSTALGIC "OLD COLOMBIA" BUBBLE GUM MACHINE AVAILABLE FROM FORD GUM AKRON, NY Ford Gum & Machine Company, Inc., leading manufacturer and distributor of premium gum and confectionery products has introduced Old Columbia, an authentic reproduction of a "turn-of-the-century" Bubble Gum Machine. According to the company, Old Columbia stands over 15 inches tall and is a fully functional, beautifully detailed, durable, bubble gum machine, that features a bright red cast aluminum base and top with a glass globe that holds 62 oz. of Carousel gumballs. Gumballs are not included. Old Columbia can also dispense peanuts or candy. Old Columbia is packed 4 display boxes per case. Old Columbia features a real working lock and key to safely secure the machines top to the glass globe. The authentic coin mechanism accepts pennies, nickels, dimes and quarters, or can be adjusted for free dispensing. Old Columbia is packed in a nostalgic full color display box. A black antique style cast aluminum stand that fits into the base of the machine is also available for floor displays. The fully assembled machine and stand is 37 inches tall. Antique stands are packed 6 per case. "Old Columbia is a perfect gift for kids or adults and for any occasion," says Steve Gold, Ford Gums Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing. "The beautiful detailing and solid construction makes these dispensers look great in your den, family room, kids room or office. Whatever room you put Old Columbia in youll be amazed at how people congregate around the gumball machine and how fast the gumballs disappear." In addition to the Authentic Old Columbia Gumball Machine, Ford Gums CAROUSEL Division also features a line of "Classic Antique" all-metal gumball machines with glass globes in three sizes. The King Size Gumball Machine stands 15 inches tall, the Junior Size Gumball Machine stands 11 inches tall and the Petite Size Gumball Machine stands 9 inches tall. For more information on any Ford Gum products, contact Ford Gum & Machine Company, Inc., Sales & Marketing offices at 50 Lakeview Parkway Suite 129, Vernon Hills, IL 60061. Phone: 847-573-0800. Fax: 847-573-0833. e-mail: sales@fordgum.com |
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