Category Archives: History

The Ginger Ale Page – Ken Previtali

Posted on 19 October 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

The GINGER ALE Page Ken Previtali 19 October 2013 (R•102713) (R•110213) One of the neat things about Peachridge Glass is the opportunity and doors it opens to correspond with collectors. I am constantly receiving new material and updating posts which … Continue reading →

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They call him Mr. Bourbon…

Posted on 18 October 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

They call him Mr. Bourbon… 18 October 2013 I am pleased to announce that Michael R. Veach (Mr. Bourbon – pictured above) will be the keynote speaker at the FOHBC 2014 National Antique Bottle Show in Lexington, Kentucky. Keeping in mind … Continue reading →

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Gregory’s Scotch Bitters – Minneapolis

Posted on 17 October 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Gregory’s Scotch Bitters Minneapolis, Minnesota 18 October 2013 (R•101913 – Ketcham material) (R•091416) (R•041117) Prominent among their specialties is the Celebrated Gregory’s Scotch Bitters of which they are the sole manufacturers and which is having a most flattering sale. Young … Continue reading →

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The Wyatt Earp Northern Saloon and Tonopah, Nevada Layers

Posted on 17 October 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

The Wyatt Earp Northern Saloon and Tonopah, Nevada Layers 17 October 2013 (R•101913) As a design and image consultant, I have to admit that I enjoy putting together and designing the covers for the FOHBC Bottles and Extras each issue. … Continue reading →

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The Wizard of Oz and Angostura Bitters

Posted on 16 October 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

The Wizard of Oz and Angostura Bitters 16 October 2013 *Updated (R•021514-Wuppermann letter added) His mother was born in the U.S. of English descent. The family earned its wealth distributing Angostura Bitters, permitting Frank to attend Cornell University where he joined Phi Kappa … Continue reading →

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Bismarck Bitters – William H. Muller – New York City

Posted on 15 October 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

B I S M A R C K   B I T T E R S William H. Muller – New York City 15 October 2013 The mixture of ground roots and bark having, on the wrapper of the package … Continue reading →

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Pure Apple Brandy Bitters – Sanford, Chamberlain & Albers

Posted on 14 October 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Two labeled, Pure Apple Brandy Bitters – Knoxville, Tennessee & Goodson, Virginia Pure Apple Brandy Bitters Sanford, Chamberlain & Albers 14 October 2013 Last week, you may remember a post I developed on the unlisted Betterton Bitters from Knoxville, Tennessee. … Continue reading →

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Thomas Wriggins Stanger and John Marshall 1832-1839

Posted on 13 October 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Thomas Wriggins Stanger and John Marshall 1832-1839 Part 2 by Stephen Atkinson 13 October 2013 Part 1: Frederick Stanger and John Marshall 1831-1832 Part 3: The Isabella Glass Works of Thomas Stanger 1841 to 1856 Thomas Wriggins Stanger was born on … Continue reading →

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Frederick Stanger and John Marshall 1831-1832

Posted on 12 October 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Frederick Stanger and John Marshall 1831-1832 Part 1 by Stephen Atkinson 12 October 2013 Part 2: Thomas Wriggins Stanger and John Marshall 1832-1839 Part 3: The Isabella Glass works of Thomas Stanger 1841 to 1856 In 1831, John Marshall purchased … Continue reading →

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Axel Lindskog attended the Wright & Taylor Old Charter Distillery Event

Posted on 11 October 2013 by Ferdinand Meyer V

Axel Lindskog attended the Wright & Taylor Old Charter Distillery Event DR. LINWOOD CABINET BITTERS 11 October 2013 I recently added this unlisted color, extremely rare Dr. Linwood’s Cabinet Bitters to my collection from a listing on ebay. According to the … Continue reading →

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