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A 5-1 GIANT OUTDOOR THERMOMETER . .4.95
This dependable in strument can be mounted far enough
away from the house to measure accurately the air
temperature and still be read with ease from a distance.
Its white 12" dial with large black numbers is swept
by a red temperature indicator. Ship. wt. 3 lbs.
B 31-142 TRANSISTOR RADIO (Imported) 2 lbs... .. 39.95
An amazing product of this electronic age. The 6-transistor
radio powered by the small 9-volt battery included pro–
duces remarkable tone and volume wherever it is used.
Only 4" high and Jl/i" deep, it fits easily into a pocket
and weighs less tha.n a pound. Pack:ed in handsome
leather case. Ear plug for private listening included.
C 31-7lX BOY'S WRIST WATCH (Tax incl.) . . . . .. 16.50
Meant to give a fellow the best possible service.
With a chrome it is weather-resistant, shock–
resistant, and a netic. Sweep-second hand is red
and radium dial hands glow in the dark. With leather
strap. 7-jewel Swiss movement. Ship. wt l lb.
0 31-32X GIRL'S WRIST WATCH (Tax incl.) l lb. 20.85
A gracefully designed watch of feminine appearance.
The gold-colored, round case has an aluminum steel
back and a dependable 7-jewel Swiss movement and
smart black band. Watch has sweep-second hand.
E MUSICAL PLATES-(Imp) Ship. wt. 4 lbs. each.-The
high point of any birthday party is the moment when
the cake is proudly carried in and placed before the
guest of honor on a musical cake plate that revolves
slowly as the Swiss music box plays. Of wood, 12" in
diameter, beautifully finished with start-and-stop button.
17-450 HAPPY BIRTHDAY CAKE PLATE (Not illus.) 10'.95
With "Happy Birthday" design and tune.
17-452 HORS D'OEUVRES PLATE (illustrated) . . . 10.95
With "Autumn Leaves" design. Plays "Anniversary Waltz."
F 31 -l PERMANENT FLASHLIGHT (Import). .S.95
No batteries needed. To restore it to full life, merely plug
it into any 110 volt A.C. wall socket. Full charge takes IS
hours, but it operates efficiently at even a portion of that.
Only 31/i " long. Plastic ivory case. Wt. 2 lbs.
G 31-141X CARILLON MUSICAL CLOCK (Tax incl.) 14.25
A lovely and versatile clock that plays a classical tune
every hour on the hour while the miniature ballerina
pirouettes on her enclosed "stage". The press of a knob
converts it from music to a bell alarm. The 6" plastic
case has gold trim and hand-painted decorations. Black
or Ivory. STATE COLOR. Ship. wt. 3 lbs.
H 6-125 EXECUTIVE TOOL SET Ship wt. 12 lbs. 18.95
No ordinary tools, these line Stanley pieces, packed
in this unusual gift set. Four beautifully designed and
constructed tools make up the set. The 13" hammer has
tempered rim, chrome alloy handle, contoured rubber
shockproof grip and locked-on head. The 12" "Surform"
plane, a remarkable forming tool, is a fine smoother and
trimmer for cabinets, doors, etc. The 9" push drill has
eight drill points. Steel tape has lock for desired length.
J 31-54 PEDOMETER (by NEW 'HAVEN) Wt. l lb. 5.95
Hang or carry this watch-like device in an upright posi–
tion and it will measure distance walked up to 100 miles.
K 31-159 STOP WATCH (Import) Ship. wt. 1 lb.... 12.0D
An excellent Swiss stop watch. Large hand registers
1/5 second. Small hand registers minutes (up to 30).
Starts, stops and returns to zero. Chrome case.
31-161 STOP WATCH (l/10) (Import) (Not illus) .... 12.95
Track model. Up to 15 minutes, 1/10 second. Ship. wt. 1 lb.
l 10-53 COLT LAMP Ship. wt. 5 lbs. . ... . . .... . . .. 13.95
A handsome lamp with frisky metal colt mounted on
wood base with walnut finish . Chrome stirrups and
beige shade. 141/i" high .
M 21 -48 COLT BOOKENDS Ship. wt. S lbs...... . .. 13.95
A fine set of weighted bookends to match the lamp
described above. With walnut finish and chrome stirrup.
NPR HUNTING FIGURES. HORSES. DOGS-These ex-
·- cellent reproductions are a nice addition to a trophy or
game room, or a mantel-piece. While the pictures reveal
their excellent conformation, they do not show the well–
muscled legs and flanks nor the natural texture of their
Y•bodies. Horses have real hair manes and tails. 15" to top
of head. Dogs are 10" from nose to tail.
17-253 HORSE Ship.. wt. 7 lbs. ea.. . . . .. .... . .each 16.95
Black, bay or dapple gray. State color.
17-362 HOUND Ship. wt. 2 lbs.. . ........ .. ........ . . 2.00
17-292 MAN RIDER Ship. wt. 2 lbs.. ....... . ......... 5.95
17-296 WOMAN RIDER Ship. wt. 2 lbs... .. .. . ...... .5.95
Riders dressed in white rayon breeches, red coats, black
toppers, and black boots. Molded rubber bodies. 12" tall.