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BANNER TOY TRUCKS

EXCITE BABY BOOMER COLLECTORS

By Larry LeMasters
LeMasters’ Antique News Service
Nearly all Baby Boomers remember Banner While most Banner toy trucks were generic
toys. Founded by Emanuel Pressner and in appearance, most of the truck designs
Bernard Schiller in 1944, Banner Plastics followed recognizable designs, such as
Company manufactured inexpensive, plastic Banner’s red and green gasoline tanker and its
toys, including plastic tea sets for girls and yellow stake bed truck truly resemble gasoline
Banner gasoline plastic cars, trucks, and military vehicles for tankers and stake bed trucks of the 1950s.
tanker toy truck,
1950s, which is made in two boys. Banner closed its doors in 1967 as Banner did not build any of its toys to scale,
pieces. The trailer has landing gear on plastic toys gave way to sheet metal and die but the company produced toys in varying
it, and in mint condition this toy truck cast toys. But the nostalgic factor of a Banner sizes from its small size (many of the trucks
is valued at $35.
truck collection measured between 4 and 5 ½ inches long) to
still excites many its large size (a Banner Army ambulance was
older, Baby Boomer, 12-inches long as was its Army truck).
collectors today. Continued on Page 3

Oviedo Antique Mall Spring Extravaganza Sale March 6th - 9th
During the 4 day extravaganza, all 110 dealer booths will be offering fabulous sale pricing - up
to 50% off storewide. There will also be a complimentary hot & cold buffet available all 4 days.
During the Friday thru Monday sale each customer purchasing $30 or more receives a free gift.
Located at 95 Geneva Drive Oviedo, FL 32765 (407-366-3668), Oviedo Antique Mall is open
MANATEE COUNTY ANTIQUE LANDMARK 7 Days a week Monday-Saturday 10am-7pm & Sunday 12-6pm. The mall will be loaded with
A Manatee County antiques destination for over 20 years, Emiline's Antique Mall in Palmetto antique, vintage and contemporary Christmas décor.
features 35 quality dealers quality antiques, and specialty dealers covering nearly 10,000 square The 12,500 square foot mall is loaded with an ever-changing array of all your favorite antiques
feet. With antiques, artwork, collectibles, home decor, vintage items, and all kinds of unique gifts. and collectibles. Offered are coins & paper money, gold, silver & costume jewelry, furniture,
Owners William and Melodie Douglas see demand for quality antiques growing and are adding primitives, linens, Lladro, Baccarat, China & Crystal, Lenox, military collectibles, Fiestaware, art
quality dealers on a consistent basis. Emiline's Antique Mall is approximately 5 miles west of 1-75 work, advertising collectibles, antiquarian books, Kitchenalia, LP albums, Longaberger baskets,
off the Ellenton exit 224. Disney collectibles, antique toys, French milled soaps & lotions, antique & modern cameras, and
Our friendly and knowledgeable staff and dealers will make shopping a pleasant experience. so much more!
We welcome you to come in and browse through our store and find that unique item you have Stroll through Oviedo Antique Mall while listening to 1950’s hit music. Complimentary Snacks
been searching for. We are fully air conditioned with plenty of parking available. Visit us today at and drinks are always available for our customers. On site watch & clock repair by 40 year veteran
1415 10th Street West, Palmetto, FL. Open 7 Days a week. Call 941-729-5282. watchmaker, as well as complete on site antique and modern camera repair service.

Florida’s Largest Monthly Antique Event!

300 South Florida Fairgrounds MAR 6-8
9067 Southern Blvd.
VENDORS West Palm Beach, FL 33411

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EARLY BUYERS: “1st Pick” Friday 12-5PM • Admission $10 - Good All 3 Days • GEN. ADMISSION: SAT 9AM-5PM, SUN 10AM-4:30PM • Admission $8