Johnson Smith Catalog
Johnson Smith Catalog Item #28
Posted By: Paul - Tue Jan 08, 2013 -
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Category: Johnson Smith Catalog, 1930s, Weapons
Johnson Smith Catalog Item #27
This steampunk-style item, the "Rolmonica," is from the 1930s catalog. Blow and crank your way to musical bliss!
Available song rolls after the jump.
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Posted By: Paul - Fri Nov 23, 2012 -
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Category: Johnson Smith Catalog, Music, Technology, 1930s
Johnson Smith Catalog Item #26
It is generally understood that the necktie is a symbol of male virility. Thus, when the Marx Brothers or the Three Stooges cut someone's tie off while the fellow is wearing it, it is a symbol of emasculation, and we laugh.
So a necktie that instantly sproings erect on command is surely the best alpha-dog symbol of all! This is why Dilbert rules!
Just don't poke out anybody's eye with that thing!
Posted By: Paul - Mon Oct 15, 2012 -
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Category: Fashion, Injuries, Johnson Smith Catalog, Sexuality, Chindogu, Pranks
Johnson Smith Catalog Item #24
Won't everyone just guffaw when your hysterical suicide attempt proves to be a prank! Don't be surprised if some angry relative whips out a real gun and finishes the job.
From the 1930s catalog.
Posted By: Paul - Thu Jul 19, 2012 -
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Category: Death, Johnson Smith Catalog, 1930s, Pranks
Johnson Smith Catalog Item #22
Who would ever have figured that this practical joke would come back into fashion after 80 years? Be a big hit in your rich Manhattan co-op, as you sprinkle these liberally around!
From the 1930s catalog.
Posted By: Paul - Thu May 17, 2012 -
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Category: Hygiene, Insects and Spiders, Johnson Smith Catalog, 1930s, Pranks
Johnson Smith Catalog Item #21
I knew there was another reason to lament the passing of the custom of men wearing formal hats everywhere!
From the 1930s catalog.
Posted By: Paul - Mon Apr 09, 2012 -
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Category: Johnson Smith Catalog, Signage, Headgear, 1930s
Johnson Smith Catalog Item #19
"Why, could that be Officer Clancy approaching me down this poorly lit sidewalk? Let me just whip out my pistol flashlight and-- Argh, I'm shot!"
From the 1950 catalog.
Posted By: Paul - Mon Feb 27, 2012 -
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Category: Johnson Smith Catalog, 1950s, Weapons
Johnson Smith Catalog Item #20
I would think that a call to drive squirrels away from your bird feeder would sell a lot better today, now that squirrel meat is not on the dinner menu for most people.
From the 1950 catalog.
Posted By: Paul - Sun Feb 19, 2012 -
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Category: Animals, Johnson Smith Catalog, 1950s
Johnson Smith Catalog Item #18
"Junior, why is the cat glowing?"
From the 1950 catalog.
Posted By: Paul - Mon Jan 30, 2012 -
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Category: Hobbies and DIY, Johnson Smith Catalog, Science, Experiments, 1950s
Johnson Smith Catalog Item #17
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What a shame bow ties are not much in style these days. Imagine how popular you would be, when flashing the "Drop Dead!" message!
"Is that a giant drycell battery in your pocket, or are you just happy to see me?"
From the 1950 catalog.
Posted By: Paul - Sat Jan 07, 2012 -
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Category: Fashion, Johnson Smith Catalog, 1950s, Pranks
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