Jack T. Briggs of Denver, Colorado correctly identified the vehicle as a Dodge Power Wagon used by the Waco Fire Department. Congratulations! The Dodge M37 314-ton 4×4 truck (G741) was Dodge’s follow-up to their successful WC Series from WWil. Introduced in 1951 it was used extensively by the United States armed forces during the Korean war. During the […]
By Rachel Hoffman Independence Day, or the Fourth of July, is the day we Americans celebrate our nation’s existence. It was 250 years ago, on July 4, 1776, that the Declaration of Independence was signed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Second Continental Congress declared that the thirteen American colonies regarded themselves as a new nation, and no longer a part of […]
By Rachel Hoffman The American eagle is the emblem of our republic and one of the most beloved collectibles to be found in every state. The collecting of America eagles promotes an interest in the history of the United States and unites us as a people. In 1782 the United States Congress chose the bald eagle as the national emblem. […]
By Robert Reed If Evel Knievel could be considered a legend of the 1970s, then the toys created in his name clearly were legendary. Knievel became America’s number one daredevil during that decade and at the same time evoked more than $300 million worth of toys and related merchandise. Some experts go as far as to say that the motorcycle […]
By Jon DeStefano The first time you enter Cat’s Curiosities you will be fascinated by their distinctive vintage finds, antiques and curios that spark conversation and capitvate their customers. Candie and Terry Burnham, the owners, pride themselves on sourcing uncommon pieces that transend ordinary – each item is carefully selected to be a showstopper in your home or collection. Their […]
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