Category Archives: FOHBC News

FOHBC news and stories.

Some Stunning Historical Flasks at the Pomona National

Posted on 15 May 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

I have been carrying around this beautiful picture of Richard Tucker’s historical flasks that he displayed and won First Prize at the FOHBC National Show in Pomona, California in 2009. Another reason to go to the National Shows. The displays … Continue reading →

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New FOHBC Web Site Deep In Production

Posted on 10 May 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

I am pleased to report that we are on schedule for deploying the newly designed FOHBC website! Maybe even sooner than the projected 15 June 2011 target date. Stay tuned. This major effort is brought forth primarily by Ferdinand Meyer … Continue reading →

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FOHBC Shores up Board with Vacating Posts

Posted on 8 May 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

An important Conference Call was scheduled by Federation of Historical Bottle Collectors (FOHBC) Board President, Gene Bradberry on 28 April 2011 to replace the vacating Board Positions for Secretary (Randy Driskill resigned), Business Manager (June Lowry resigned), Membership Director (Ed Herrold … Continue reading →

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Sistine Chapel Virtual Tour

Posted on 27 April 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

The Vatican and Villanova University have teamed-up to produce a spectacular virtual tour of the Sistine Chapel. I can’t help to wonder if this type of animation might be possible once the FOHBC Virtual Museum gets up and running. Click … Continue reading →

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The West Region Bulletin – April 2011

Posted on 26 April 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

 Dave Maryo, FOHBC Western Director and Dar Furda, Contributing Editor put together a rather nice digital newsletter. West Region Bulletin April 1 2011.

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FOHBC EXPO 2012 In Reno!

Posted on 23 April 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V
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FOHBC Board Members

Posted on 9 April 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

This is the list taken from the present FOHBC Web Site. I am attempting to update. Please check back.  

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FOHBC Virtual Museum of American Historical Bottles and Glass | Design Concept Approved

Posted on 8 April 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

The Concept Presentation to the FOHBC Board for the FOHBC Virtual Museum of American Historical Bottles and Glass occurred prior to the 2010 Baltimore Antique Bottle Show. The presentation was developed by Ferdinand and Elizabeth Meyer. The concept was approved … Continue reading →

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Please Become a FOHBC Member!

Posted on 7 April 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Our future depends on growth and new members. Please support the hobby and become a member of the Federation of Historical Bottle Collectors.

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New Design for the FOHBC Web Site in the Works

Posted on 7 April 2011 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Ferdinand Meyer V (FOHBC Board Member) presented the new design for the FOHBC web site to the FOHBC Board at the Baltimore Board Meeting in March 2011. The design is much more intuitive and visually pleasing. The Board voted unanimously … Continue reading →

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