#71438
Sat Jun 14 2008 03:30 PM
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Just wanted to tell everyone I saw in Columbus, it was nice seeing everyone and meeting new folks in the trade, other than the rain I hope everyone had a good time. actually after the heat on thursday and friday, it felt good. And for Phil, I agree with your wife, next time don't forget the beer, pop and ice you left at home.
Bob McFeely, Salem, Ohio
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#71439
Sat Jun 14 2008 03:36 PM
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Looking for gas,oil related clocks,especially neon and spinners .clock repair available. Mick
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#71440
Sat Jun 14 2008 03:48 PM
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Just back from Columbus. My thoughts. Lot's of time to visit with old and new friends..because there were so few vendors and buyers as well. Last year was my first visit to Columbus and I said I wouldn't go back but here I was agsin. This particular show is just too long. I feel it should start on Friday, early auction Friday afternoon and room to room Friday night. From what the "old timers" say the show is half what it used to be. I was very disappointed as were most of the vendors I spoke with. I am interested in what others think
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#71441
Sat Jun 14 2008 04:20 PM
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I have been to this show for 5 out of the last 6 years. Last year I was unable to attend. The vendor count was WAY less than the last time I was at the show. That said, I bought more stuff this year than ever before and the vendors I spoke with had great shows even with the two auctions.
Great to chat with friends that I don't get to see face to face very often. I agree with Ray that the show is too long. The 10 hour drive for me is killer as well. If I go next year I will fly.
------------------ Scott Shipers
Scott Shipers WANTED: quart picture cans
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#71442
Sat Jun 14 2008 08:03 PM
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The vendor count was low. The economy kept the tire kickers at home. I had good sales because the people who showed up came to buy and had less to choose from even with auctions book ending the show. Had a great time.
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#71443
Sat Jun 14 2008 08:50 PM
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I've been to the last six shows, and agree with the lower vendor comments above. Also attended both auctions and didn't get a thing at either one. However, I did get a globe and a single lens from different vendors on Friday.....items I've spent almost ten years looking for. So things were bass ackwords for me.....I rarely find things at shows while auctions have been my best source. Go figure!!
Richard
Richard Weir Corinth, Texas
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#71444
Sun Jun 15 2008 05:41 AM
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I agree, turnout was down but all went well. Yes Mick, I remembered all the drinks, cooler, etc about 30 miles down the freeway. Enjoyed seeing all and had a great time, thanks uncle Bob for the beer and room. Maybe next year, my sorry cuz will drag his way north.
Phil
Thanks, Phil _________________________________________________ Looking for any old pumps, or nice 5 gallon cans.
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#71445
Sun Jun 15 2008 05:50 AM
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I did'nt get to attend this year, so where is all the pics everyone took??????????????????????????????????
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#71446
Sun Jun 15 2008 06:07 AM
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Always looking for Hy-Flash Gas/Miller Oil, Hi-Speed Gas/ Hickok Oil and Paragon Refining items from Toledo,Ohio.
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#71447
Sun Jun 15 2008 02:05 PM
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I had a good show, sold some big items including three neon clocks and signs as well as a bunch of smalls, cans, maps etc. Bought some signs for the wall too. Got to meet some Oldgassers and put a face to the posters here.
Looking for photos, etc from 60s era Shell-A-Rama gas station and Pal's Diner, Rt. 17 Mahwah, NJ & US or state highway signs, shields, route markers
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#71448
Sun Jun 15 2008 05:50 PM
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Great pictures,,,, I haven't missed a show in Columbus for 12 years, I bought the most stuff so far to date.. attendance was down and so were the vendors but the good stuff and the spenders were still there...
Wes.......
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#71449
Sun Jun 15 2008 09:13 PM
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OK cousin Phil..I will drag my butt next year..maybe...I really enjoyed last years show...So Uncle Bobby had a McCauley each year as a roommate......So when are you gonna drag your sorry butt to Iowa CUZ? Catch a ride with your new found uncle Bob... If I remember right, you didn't bring any beer last year................. . . Patrick "Paddy" McCauley
Paddy Wanted. Billups, Ride with Rose, Har-V, LORECO, STANOCOLA, Pan Am (early), Hurricane, Evangeline, Canal, Gulf Coast, oil companies.
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#71450
Mon Jun 16 2008 06:27 AM
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Made the show on Friday and I agree the vendors and foot traffic was down but guys were saying they had a good show. Miles Little was there and stayed busy all day. Talked to Cindy Sim, couldn't find Jack, and picked up my Air Meter book. We can expect less foot traffic until the economy turns around but if the stuff is priced right collectors will do well with each other. I always enjoy the show and enjoyed meeting new friends and seeing old friends. My plans are already made for next year.
Mick
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#71451
Mon Jun 16 2008 01:53 PM
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Tom 219-778-3155 signchaser@comcast.net Looking for early wolfshead signs and hoosier pete signs or globes
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#71452
Mon Jun 16 2008 01:56 PM
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Tom 219-778-3155 signchaser@comcast.net Looking for early wolfshead signs and hoosier pete signs or globes
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