THE AUCTION EXCHANGE ® nd COLLECTORS NEWS $150 AANTIQUES • COLLECTIBLES • ESTATES • FARM • REAL ESTATE • COMMERCIAL www.eauctionexchange.com August 25, 2020 Vol. 43, No. 37 FEATURE Springfield rifle took aim with $800 at Pace & Hong By William Flood ALPENA, Mich. — Considered a “sportsman’s” auc- tion, 352 consignments ranging from hunting and fishing items to timepieces, keys, and trains were auctioned online by Pace & Hong Auctions. Taking the auction’s highest bid was a Civil War Springfield model 1861 Musket Rifle. This was a Minié-type shoulder arm used by the U.S. Army and Marine Corps during the American Civil War. Commonly known as the “Springfield” Above: The auction’s second item was this Civil-War era (after its place of manufacture, Springfield, Springfield rifle which sold for $800. Mass.), it became the most widely-used U.S. Army weapon during the Civil War. The piece Right: Outdoor enthusiasts might have had their eye took $800 right out of the gate. On its heels was trained on this 1990s-era Suzuki ATV. It sold for $620. a Colt 36-caliber black powder Navy Arms revolv- picked up a Flying Scotsman commemorative er that went to $400 with 113 bids. One of sever- train cuckoo clock from The Bradford Exchange al long-guns was a Wards Western 12-gauge that featured a train that moves around a track pump Shotgun that sold for $170 and makes authentic sound and a stationmaster Strong bidding continued into the clock catego- who sounds on the hour. ry starting with a statue clock from the Classic The railroad clock preluded a good collection Clock Company. Even in non-working condition, of model train and railroad items. An antique 16 bidders took the piece to $130. Three different coal oil-burning Game Jr. railroad stove, used to antique Seth Thomas shelf clocks, in various con- heat fare like coffee or soup in a train’s engine or dition, went for $110 each. A vintage advertising caboose, sold for $110 with seven bids. A collec- clock for GE Flash Bulbs, working and with a new movement, reached $100. Another $100 See Pace & Hong, page 4 FEATURE Wurlitzer jukeboxes make sweet music for collectors By Larry LeMasters Jukeboxes, especially during their heyday years (1938– 1948) were designed to soothe the eyes as well as the soul. In fact, today’s collectors primarily seek out the most beautiful old jukeboxes that depict the charm and romance of the 1930s and ‘40s. While jukeboxes have been continuously made since the 1920s, it is the 10-year period, from 1938 until 1948, that attracts collectors. Collectors pay top dollar for jukeboxes made during these years, especially boxes manufactured by the Wurlitzer Company. There were 13 Wurlitzer jukeboxes manufactured during this era, all with 24-record capacity. Paul Fuller, a Swiss master designer, designed 11 of these Wurlitzer jukeboxes, beginning with the 1938 model. Fuller’s Wurlitzer model 950 is one of the rarest Wurlitzers since it was the 1942 model and most raw materials were earmarked for war usage. Wurlitzer manufactured only 3,497 model 950s, of which fewer than 200 are known to still exist. The 950s are also prized for their beautiful decorations — illustrations of the Greek god Pan playing his pipe. The model 950 truly embodies all of the romance of a Wurlitzer jukebox. The See LeMasters, page 10 Left: Wurlitzer Victory model 850, of World War II. It is manufactured from chassis and mechanisms assembled from leftover parts. Right: Wurlitzer model 1080. This model was considered “garish” by most people and only a few of these were ever sold. SINCE 1978 THE WEEKLY AUCTION & COLLECTORS GUIDE FOR THE GREAT LAKES REGION Page 2 THE AUCTION EXCHANGE – www.eauctionexchange.com August 25, 2020 BILL CARTER ESTATE AUCTION ANTIQUE & ESTATE AUCTION TUESDAY MORNING, AUGUST 25, 10:00 AM THURSDAY MORNING, AUGUST 27, 10:00 AM LOCATION: 15948 GROVE ROAD. LOCATION: TO BE HELD IN THE BARRY DIRECTIONS: Northwest of the Capitol City Airport & Waverly Road to Grove COUNTY EXPO CENTER, ON THE BARRY COUNTY Road, then 1/2 mile north to the sale site. FAIRGROUNDS AT 1350 N. M-37 HIGHWAY. zone DIRECTIONS: Go 4½ miles northwest of Hastings M-37 to LANSING, MICHIGAN 5 the sale site or approx. 20 miles southeast of Grand Rapids on 2 Antique/Collectible King Midget Cars, Antique Beltline/M-37 to the auction location. zone Treadle Powered Tools, Antiques, Collectibles, Lots HASTINGS, MICHIGAN 4 Of Lumber, 100’s Of Boxes Of Unpacked Items To Be Brought Out And Sold That Were Accumulated Antiques; Advertising; Tins; Blenko, Fenton, Heisey; Roseville & By Mr. Carter. This Weller Pottery, Advertising Calendars; Stepback Cupboard, Furniture, Is The 3rd Sale From And More. Also, The Don Cogwell’s Estate With A Large Quantity This Collection With Of Ted Williams Memorabilia; 60+ Baseball One More To Go, Bats; Signed Baseballs, Pennants, Etc. And A And We Are Sure Collection Of Wooden Shaft Golf Clubs. We Will Find A Lot Of Very Interesting Items In The Packed Pole Barn. Plan On Attending. Ph. 517-726-0181 Ph. 517-726-0181 Fax 517-726-0060 Fax 517-726-0060 144 S. Main Street, e-mail: 144 S. Main Street, e-mail: P.O. Box 146 [email protected] P.O. Box 146 [email protected] Vermontville, MI 49096 www.stantons-auctions.com Vermontville, MI 49096 www.stantons-auctions.com Selling all types of personal property and real estate at auction anywhere. Selling all types of personal property and real estate at auction anywhere. Call for a no-obligation consultation to discuss your personal situation. Call for a no-obligation consultation to discuss your personal situation. JOHN CARLSON ESTATE AUCTION BILL MILLER PUBLIC AUCTION REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL PROPERTY SATURDAY MORNING, AUGUST 29, 9:30 AM FRIDAY, AUGUST 28 LOCATION: 9779 FORD ROAD. DIRECTIONS: Go 2½ miles west of Delton on Delton Rd. to Prairieville, then ½ mile Personal Property sells at 11:00 AM southwest on Norris Rd. to Ford Road, then 1 mile west to the sale site. Real Estate sells at 12:30 PM zone DELTON, MICHIGAN 4 LOCATION: 3440 E. PONTALUNA ROAD. DIRECTIONS: South of Muskegon on I-96 to the Fruitport Exit 4, south on Airline TRACTORS & FARM EQUIPMENT – New Holland TC33D 4 Wheel Drive Tractor w/NH Road to Pontaluna Road, then west 1/3 mile to the property or 3½ miles north of 73008 Loader w/Bucket only 571 hours; John Deere 40 w/wide front and 3 pt. hitch; King Kutter Spring Lake on US-31 N to Exit 107 (Pontaluna Road), then 2½ miles east to the 3 pt. 5 ft. Rotary Mower; 3 pt. PTO Seeder; Woods 3 pt. 7 ft. Scraper Blade; 3 pt. 6 ft. Disk; 3 pt. property. Drag; Ford 3 pt. 2-14” Plow; UTV – Polaris Ranger 500, 4x4 UTV w/354 Hours; TRAILERS zone – Tandem Axle Implement Trailer w/Winch; 2 Wheel Trailer w/Rack; Another 2 Wheel Trailer; FRUITPORT, MICHIGAN 4 SHOP EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, DOG KENNEL, ETC. – Delta jointer; Generac Power Washer; Power & Hand Tools, Craftsman Radial Arm Saw; Cast Iron Implement Seat; Reddy REAL ESTATE – Selling This One Heater; Compressors; Drill Press; Band Saw; Acetylene Welder w/Tanks And Cart; DE Grinder; Story Home Built In 1940 With 3 Craftsman 10” Table Saw; Chain Link Large Dog Kennel; Auto Arc Welder; Step & Ext. Ladders; Bedrooms, 1-1/2 Baths, 1,618 Square Come-along; Wire Feed Welder; LAWN AND GARDEN EQUIPMENT – Craftsman DYS 4500 Feet The 1.77 Acre Property Has An Riding Mower w/Grass Catcher; Husqvarna Rototiller; Troy-Bilt Chipper/Shredder; 3 pt. King Excellent Lot With Landscaping And A Kutter II 60” Rototiller; Trailer Type Seeder/Spreader; Fimco Poly Tank Sprayer; Tree Stands; Wooded Back Lot. HOME FURNISHINGS, GUNS, ANTIQUES & GLASSWARE – Pictures And Frames; Long Open House – Monday Afternoon, Horn Steer Horns; Indian Motif Rugs; Dehumidifi er; Hunting August 24th from 4:00-5:30 PM Clothing; Picnic Table; Bedroom, Dining, & Living Room Furniture; Cotton Candy Machine; Antiques; Oak Furniture; A PERSONAL PROPERTY Nice Collection Of Antique And Modern Glass Including A Large Collection Of Cruets; Depression Glass; Fenton; Blue Marked Crocks; Oak Ice Box, Parlor Tables, Chests, Etc.; Trivets; Trunks; Rifl es & Shotguns & Gun Cabinet; Antique Planes; Freezer; Toys; Christmas Items; Barbie Items; Wicker Doll Buggy. AUCTIONEERS NOTE – This is only a fraction of what will be sold. Please be on time at 9:30 AM. We will be selling in two rings throughout the day. An excellent and clean collection of good ready to use items. Selling All Of The Home Furnishings, Antiques, Shop Equipment, And Collectibles ORDER OF SALE – 9:30 AM – One ring will begin selling Including An Oak Machinist Chest, Porcelain Tea Services, Open Hutch, Porcelain home furnishings, antiques, glass, etc. The other will start with Decorated China, Cups, Saucers, Yamaha Spinet Piano, Clocks, Spoon Collection, tools, and related items. 10:30 AM – Tractors, Polaris UTV, farm 1950’S Mid-Century Modern Style Buffet, Server And Dining Room Table With implements, trailers, lawn and garden, etc. 11:00 AM – Guns. Chairs; Apothecary Pieces; Majolica Plate, Books, Stereo Equipment, Large Oil TERMS of sale are cash or personal check with proper Painting By Local Artist H.G. Meyer Of Ship At Sea; Granite Porcelain Dial identifi cation. MasterCard and Visa accepted with a 3% handling Clock; Recliner Lift Chair; Classical Music Collectibles, Drop-Leaf Table; Windsor fee. Not responsible accidents day of sale or items after sold. Style Rocker; Double Barrel Shotgun And Rifl e; Copper Boiler, Victorian Prints; BILL MILLER, OWNER Grandfathers Clock; Wooden Clarinet; Microscopes; Birchcraft Furniture Bedroom For More Information call, 269-623-8770