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I have a Manikin Vendor Co. Gum Ball Machine. I believe it is called the Baker Boy. It also says Sanitary Chewing Gum. The paint is a little on the rough side but the mechanism is in good working order. I do not have any gum balls to put in it, and I understand it is critical to have the correct size of balls. It has belonged to the family for as many years as we can count. I think it is a 1928 year that it was introduced. I will send you some pictures through your e-mail address. Would like to know the history on them and the approximate value.
Thanks Gale
Hi Gale,
I received your photo's A-OK and received your response e-mail about the value. This is what I got out of a price guide, but I am going to look into it some more and let you know what I come up with. Things change in this collecting fild, sometimes very fast for no reason.
Thank You
Rodger
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