1948 Sonja Henie Souvenir Program Chicago, Ticket Stubs from 1948 and 1950

1948 Sonja Henie Souvenir Program from 1948 which was held in Chicago, IL. This Program is in good condition. The cover is coated with cellophane which has come loose in some places. The bottom left corners on the program are turned up and the center page has come loose but all pages are in this program. The contents include many good photos including ones from Universal-International during the filming of “The Countess of Monte Cristo” in which Sonja starred. In the inside of the front cover are the 7 ticket stubs from Parquet Circle, Chicago Stadium. 2 ticket stubs are dated, Friday, January 16, 1948; the other 5 tickets stubs are dated Sunday, January 8, 1950. Finally, there is also a Chicago Stadium Parking Stub No. 43544. Don’t miss this opportunity to own this Great Vintage 1948 Sonja Henie Souvenir Program Chicago and Ticket Stubs from 1948 & 1950. For more information and pictures please Click here to view this Sonja Henie auction

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Garden History Chapter 9

Critters in the Garden

Little side note here, I didn’t realize that when we moved back into the city we would have such an assortment of wild life visiting our yard! This is a photo of a hawk that just nailed a bird in my garden. The snap isn’t very clear because I had to take it through my kitchen window. Had I gone out, the hawk would have flown away. Which it did when I went out to get a closer picture and he took his lunch with him! (One day I will tell the racoon tales in the house, *giggles*.)

We, also, had a squatter this late summer. This little, tiny, bird found a space no bigger than an inch square, up under the front porch. He stayed there, every night, for about a month and a half then just left. Don’t know why. It isn’t like we were charging him rent!

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The Back Yard

After we tore down the raised brick patio, which was a termite haven. We built a screened in patio! Screen made this space much more usable because there are no mosquitos or bugs, my grill is even inside this screened area. We have two, indoor, cats that love it because this provides them an outside area when weather permits.

Then we laid a brick path around to the shed, wood pile and driveway. I didn’t want to have to bring grass clippings and mud into the patio and house everytime there was some bad weather. Thank goodness my hubby toted all the bricks for me and I laid everyone. The steps in front of the shed had to be mortared. All these bricks were buried or scattered around the yard and on the top of the former patio. We recycled.

On the side you see here I planted Winter Daphne. Since this picture was taken, they have doubled in size and the fragrance of the blossoms is lovely in very late winter and early spring. I plant a lot of ornamental plants like Gerber Daises here (a protected area) and on the corner another lily, which has a fiery red/orange bloom, surrounds the Angel Trumpet (Brugmansia variety). Ginger Lilies planted on the back of the patio, also, another fragrant bloomer.

The picture below is of the Angel’s Trumpet which blooms at night. This picture was taken in the dark while it was in full bloom. Again, a sweet, fragrant flower and the lunar moths love them. Can you tell yet? I just love plants that have a smell good.

Vintage Waterman Silver Overlay Basket Weave or Bamboo Pencil Made in USA

Just listed at www.onlineauction.com is a wonderful Vintage Waterman Silver Overlay Basket Weave or Bamboo Pencil Made in USA . This is a vintage circa 1920s, I believe, Waterman pencil. This pencil is marked sterling, and it has a sterling silver overlay basket weave or bamboo design-very art deco! The pencil still has a lead in it, and the mechanism seems to work fine. There are also a couple of leads inside the end barrel-the bottom tip comes off, and the leads are stored in there. I have not tried to clean or shine it up-just left it in as-found condition. The clip is marked WATERMAN'S, and it is marked sterling around the top. On the metal band that is before the black tip, it is marked STERLING and MADE IN USA. This Waterman pencil measures about 5-1/4" long. I am not an expert in evaluating vintage pens or pencils, but other than not being shiny, and having wear from use, I do not see anything wrong with this Waterman pencil. This Vintage Waterman Silver Overlay Basket Weave or Bamboo Pencil Made in USA is listed as a classic auction, with a starting price of $25.00.

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Are pictures worth 1000 clicks?

We've talked a great deal in the last week about the importance of adding titles and keywords to the pictures you use in your auction listings at OnlineAuction.com. I found this great video, which I'd like to share with everyone, in regards to that topic! Please be aware that it is 9 minutes in length, and worth every minute of your time to watch and listen. Hear, straight from a Google spokesperson, how you can add tags to your images to increase your SEO. You can find this, and a host of other topics, at one of my favorites sources, WebProNews. Proving again, that a picture can be worth 1000 clicks!

14 KT Gold And Enameled American Flag Charm Wells Near Mint Condition

Up for bid is a 14 Kt Gold and Enameled American Flag Charm. This Charm is in Near Mint Condition. The back of the Charm is marked, “WELLS 14KT.” The Flag itself measures approximately 3/8 inches tall, not including the ring and 9/16 inches wide. The Charm weighs approximately 2 grams. This Charm would make a wonderful addition to any Wells Jewelry Collection. For more information and pictures please Click here to view this Wells Flag Charm Listing

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It's Back!!!! Sale at OnlineAuction.com

Comin' up real soon, the new "It's Back" sale at OLA.com! Featuring loads of sellers who are bringing back items that they forgot they had, were seasonal, perishable, and even some the public have been clamoring for! Stay tuned!! Lots of surprises "in store"! http://www.onlineauction.com/chat/viewtopic.php?t=18321

Scarce Herend Rothschild Bird Individual Salt Dip or Salt Cellar

Have you ever seen, or heard of, Herend Rothschild Bird pattern china? This pattern has been made since the 1850s-1860s, and it is still made today, by the Hungarian company Herend. All pieces are handpainted on white porcelain and trimmed with gold, and each piece is considered a work of art. There are twelve different scenes found on pieces, all depicting birds and insects. The story behind the pattern is that it was based on tales about the Baroness Rothschild losing a pearl necklace in the garden of her Vienna estate. Some time later, her gardener found the necklace in a tree, where birds were playing with it.
Here I have a scarce Herend Rothschild Bird Individual salt dip or salt cellar. It features the Rothschild birds, in a tree, playing with the necklace. On the inside of the piece, and also on the outside, are various other garden creatures, such as butterflies and beetles. All of these have been carefully and beautifully hand-painted. I don't imagine this would be easy to accomplish on such a tiny piece! Size is approx. only 1-1/2" high, with a top diameter of approx. 2-5/8", and a base diameter of approx. 1-1/4". It has the "Herend Hungary Handpainted" mark on the bottom, along with numbers and letters.

I believe this is a somewhat scarce piece of Herend Rothschild, as I have searched and searched, and could not find another piece like it on the Internet. It is in like new condition, with no chips or damage. Adorable addition to any collection!

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