Here’s a neat postcard. Interesting that the back includes directions about where to write.
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Triang Toy Windup Jeep on eBay
This doesn’t have it’s key.
“Vintage Tinplate Military Jeep. Measures approx. 3″ long.
Has a clockwork motor (but no key is present!). I tried testing it with one of my keys and the motor does need a bit of a service as it’s not running properly.
Overall in good vintage condition with some light signs of age/play related wear.”
1944 Photo of Soldiers Assembling Jeep in Italy on eBay
I wonder if this jeep survived.
“1944 Nettuno Italy Jeep Palma Ambrose Demanowicz Soldier Men Press Photo. You are bidding on an original 7 X 9 Press Photo of Nettuno Italy Jeep Palma Ambrose Demanowicz Soldier Men. Photo is dated 1944.”
2013 4th of July Parade Entries Bethany Beach, DE
Joe wrote, “This was the parade entry for the Ft. Miles (DE) Historical Association, 261st Coast Artillery. All the old war horses with military veterans aboard were well received by the thousands in attendance along the parade route.”
U.S. Army Miniature Jeep No. 1262
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay. Listed as a Wyandotte Wooden Jeep on the eBay ad, a reader points out in the comments it is actually a “U.S. Army Miniature Jeep No. 1262” manufactured by the Wood Commodities Corp. New York City U.S.A.
It’s not in perfect shape, but it’s a neat little wooden jeep.
“NICE WYANDOTTE WORLD WAR II WOODEN JEEP
DURING THE SUSPENSION OF MAKING METAL AND STEEL TOYS DUE TO THE WAR EFFORT WYANDOTTE MADE A FEW WOODEN TOYS INCLUDING THIS NICE JEEP.
MEASURES 12” LONG
TOP OF HOOD HAS A STAR AND U.S.A. DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE IS MARKED W.D. 63
FRONT LICENSE SAY X ZII 4-M REAR HAS U.S.A. W.D
MADE COMPLETELY OF WOOD
THIS IS A VERY HARD TO FIND WYANDOTTE TOY AND IS WONDERFUL FOR BEING SOME 70 YEARS OLD”
1945 United States Rubber Company Ad on eBay
This 1945 notes that the lessons learned from creating US Royal tires for the military are reflected in the company’s new U.S. Royal DeLuxe Tires.
“Here is a hard to find original advertisement for The United States Rubber Company. This great old WWII era Ad was removed from a vintage 1945 Magazine.
Page is about 10 inches by 12 1/2 inches with the actual ad perhaps a bit smaller. Condition of this 68+ year old Ad is excellent.”
Overloon Liberty Park Museum in Netherlands
UPDATE: I thought this was in Belgium, but Charles correct me (thanks!).
Charles shared these pictures from the Overloon Liberty Park Museum in Netherlands. The park contains over 150 vehicles and looks to consist of several different museums. You can see the museum’s location on this map. Many more photos of the museum are viewable through google images.
Negatives From Borrego Desert on eBay
Marc spotted these great negatives showing the Borrego Desert in California.
“This auction is for TWELVE original, vintage an early c.1950’s B/W film photo negatives showing people with old cars Jeeps on Borrego desert in San Diego
,or Imperial County.The negative was converted to positive to see the image.Enlarged at a scan for better viewing.As shown at a scans.Please see DETAILED scans for condition.Payments: Pay Pal.Please note: Pay Pal payment must be received within 7 days from the auction closed.Shipping: buyer pays for shipping and insurance (optional below $25.00).Items will be combine to save on shipping charges.Thank You and good luck.PLEASE CHECK MY OTHER AUCTIONS FOR MORE EARLY NEGATIVES.”
Photo of Wrecked Jeep in Korea **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
The photo of this accident was forwarded by Marc.
“Our dear Grandma Dolores kept everything!
Here, as found in her home is a vintage photograph of a demolished jeep. There is no writing with the exception of the stamp on the back which reads:
“FFC-51-10109 31 MARCH 51
Demolished Jeep:
The Jeep of BB Commander LT Col Elmer Owens, 24th line div, which had been blown up by hitting a road mine in front of a tank of the 5th rct, 24th line div during offensive action in Korea. LT Col Owens receives first aid at right.
US Army photo by SFC Chang (LF)
Staff distribution only–not for publication until released by GHC PIO”
It also faintly says “record” and “file”
Dolores’s husband was a US army photographer stationed in Tokyo, Japan during the Korean War. We will be listing many of the items and photographs he brought back, including photos he took while training.”
1941 Comic Book Ad for Baby Ruth Featuring a GPA
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
Suddenly, a Baby Ruth bar is sounding good!
“This old comic book ad (which ran in publications as a promotion, and measures approximately 6×9 inches) is heavily creased and worn, but I hope it gets a good home! Not a photocopy or more recent reproduction.”



















