C.O.C.A. Times
Issue: 2001-November - Vol 1 Num 3 - Page 3
3712 W. Scenic Ave., Mequon, Wisconsin 53092
Phone: (262) 242-3131 or E-mail: Bedvibr8or@aol.com
At our November meeting, Mel Getlan, a long
time collector will share with us some history, sto-
ries and some of his vast knowledge about our great
hobby. I suggest you make plans to be there. Check
out an old article that was written in the Milwaukee
Journal in the 80's about Mel Getlan. It is featured
in this issue.
This fall both California and Ohio had their
annual coin-op shows. Both were well attended and
both had some very rare and desirable machines
show up. Support the local shows throughout the
U.S.
And last but not least, our country is going
through a very difficult time. The future will be
brighter. I hope you all have a happy and healthy
2002. God Bless America!
As we approach the winter season, a lot has
changed with the C.O.C.A. Club. Our membership
has increased tremendously. We have a top rated
magazine, our meetings in Chicago have become
not only a social event, but a great learning experi-
ence. We have a silent auction at every Chicago
meeting, we are going to shortly introduce the
C.O.C.A. clothing line and for all members with
their 2002 renewal a C.O.C.A. calendar. Not too
bad for one year. As I look back over the last year, I
realize our club has an unlimited amount of poten-
tial and growth. Many members have stepped up
and given us a hand. We can always use more help.
If you have a story, are able to participate in one of
our committees or whatever, please let me know.
2002 looks even more exciting and brighter. Keep
in mind this is your club----its success depends on
all members, not just a few.
In this Issue:
Paul Hindin
President, C.O.C.A.
About the Cover:
PAGE
The cover photos for this issue come compli-
mentary from the vast collection of Jim
Grimwade.
Jim specializes in the rare gambling and penny
arcade machines from the tum of the century.
Though no coin-op is safe from this advanced
collector, one of his main interests is the electric
shockers.
A good shock was thought to cure what ailed
a person as well as a gambling device to see who
could withstand the most electricity! Today these
works of art are prized by those who have
acquired these mechanical materpieces.
We hope to feature Jim and his collection for a
future issue.
See the collectors directory to contact Jim or
email him at: jgrimwade@aol.com
• Antique Adventures .............................................. .4
• The "Spiral" .............................. ............. ................ 7
• Rosenfield Reliance Scale ..................................... 8
• Tales of the Hunt.. ................................................ 10
• E.E. Junior Company/Gumball Games of Skill .. 13
• Pot Metal .......................................... ...... .............. 14
• The Lion Vendor .................................................. 17
• Newspaper Clippings from the 40's ........... ......... 27
• Can Gum/Peanut Machines Be Faked? ........ ...... . 30
• Sicking Manufacturing ......... .... ........................... 34
• Old Slots Pay Off as Antiques ............................. 36
Deadline for next issues ads & articles:
February 1, 2002
3
Phone: (262) 242-3131 or E-mail: Bedvibr8or@aol.com
At our November meeting, Mel Getlan, a long
time collector will share with us some history, sto-
ries and some of his vast knowledge about our great
hobby. I suggest you make plans to be there. Check
out an old article that was written in the Milwaukee
Journal in the 80's about Mel Getlan. It is featured
in this issue.
This fall both California and Ohio had their
annual coin-op shows. Both were well attended and
both had some very rare and desirable machines
show up. Support the local shows throughout the
U.S.
And last but not least, our country is going
through a very difficult time. The future will be
brighter. I hope you all have a happy and healthy
2002. God Bless America!
As we approach the winter season, a lot has
changed with the C.O.C.A. Club. Our membership
has increased tremendously. We have a top rated
magazine, our meetings in Chicago have become
not only a social event, but a great learning experi-
ence. We have a silent auction at every Chicago
meeting, we are going to shortly introduce the
C.O.C.A. clothing line and for all members with
their 2002 renewal a C.O.C.A. calendar. Not too
bad for one year. As I look back over the last year, I
realize our club has an unlimited amount of poten-
tial and growth. Many members have stepped up
and given us a hand. We can always use more help.
If you have a story, are able to participate in one of
our committees or whatever, please let me know.
2002 looks even more exciting and brighter. Keep
in mind this is your club----its success depends on
all members, not just a few.
In this Issue:
Paul Hindin
President, C.O.C.A.
About the Cover:
PAGE
The cover photos for this issue come compli-
mentary from the vast collection of Jim
Grimwade.
Jim specializes in the rare gambling and penny
arcade machines from the tum of the century.
Though no coin-op is safe from this advanced
collector, one of his main interests is the electric
shockers.
A good shock was thought to cure what ailed
a person as well as a gambling device to see who
could withstand the most electricity! Today these
works of art are prized by those who have
acquired these mechanical materpieces.
We hope to feature Jim and his collection for a
future issue.
See the collectors directory to contact Jim or
email him at: jgrimwade@aol.com
• Antique Adventures .............................................. .4
• The "Spiral" .............................. ............. ................ 7
• Rosenfield Reliance Scale ..................................... 8
• Tales of the Hunt.. ................................................ 10
• E.E. Junior Company/Gumball Games of Skill .. 13
• Pot Metal .......................................... ...... .............. 14
• The Lion Vendor .................................................. 17
• Newspaper Clippings from the 40's ........... ......... 27
• Can Gum/Peanut Machines Be Faked? ........ ...... . 30
• Sicking Manufacturing ......... .... ........................... 34
• Old Slots Pay Off as Antiques ............................. 36
Deadline for next issues ads & articles:
February 1, 2002
3
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