Tag Archives: Wilmington

Looking at some Universal Bitters

Looking at some Universal Bitters 15 March 2015 If you play word association with me and you say Universal, I think of Universal Pictures first, especially their older logos which were fantastic. One is pictured at the top of the post. Of … Continue reading

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Alexander SaVille and his famous Delaware Bitters

Alexander SaVille and his famous Delaware Bitters 22 October 2014 I like the illustration of the SaVille Building in Wilmington, Delaware at the top of this post. Could there be a bitters story here? You bettcha! Look carefully at one of the … Continue reading

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Are the J.T. Wiggins Gentian Bitters and Dr. Goddin’s Compound Gentian Bitters related?

Are the J.T. Wiggins Gentian Bitters and Dr. Goddin’s Compound Gentian Bitters related? 03 December 2013 (R•120813 – J T Wiggins info update) (R•120813 – Embossing Comprison) (R•120813 – JT Higgins Pure Herb Bitter added) (R•012414 – Glass Works Auctions 3rd Example … Continue reading

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J. Boardman & Co. – New York – Mineral Waters

J. Boardman & Co. – New York – Mineral Waters 21 October 2013 Over the last decade or so, I have only seen two examples that came out of the ground in New York City (and heard of a third … Continue reading

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What’s the Attraction for You at National Federation Shows?

What’s the Attraction for You at National Federation Shows? By Bill Baab Why are you here? That’s an easy question, but the answer may not be. You might be here because of a chance to buy quality bottles for your … Continue reading

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Surprise Bottle Article in Martha Stewart Living

At the FOHBC National Show in Wilmington, Ohio last year, Jeanine Burkardt (wife of collector Jeff Burkhardt) came to my sales table and proudly showed me her copy of the latest issue of Martha Stewart Living (August 2010). This eight page spread had wonderful … Continue reading

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National Bitters (Ear of Corn) Inspiration

Some quick thinking at the FOHBC National Show this past August 2010, and since we were surrounded by corn fields in Wilmington, Ohio, prompted the addition of the inspirational source for the famous National Bitters (ear of corn). This table … Continue reading

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FOHBC Wilmington, Ohio Show Program Ad – 2010

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John Roots Bitters – Gorgeous Green Colors

John Roots Bitters – Gorgeous Green Colors Buffalo, New York 04 April 2011 (R•Jan13) (R•120513) (R•103014) (R•032715) The recent Glass Discoveries Auction #64 in March had a wonderful example of a John Roots Bitters in a strong bright olive green color. … Continue reading

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