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- Halloween Treat Bag, 1960-1972 - By the 1950s, Trick-or-Treating for children was an established custom throughout the United States. As Trick-or-Treating became increasingly popular, manufacturers developed related products like treat bags and small-sized versions of popular candy to facilitate the giving of Halloween treats.
- 1960-1972
- Collections - Artifact
Halloween Treat Bag, 1960-1972
By the 1950s, Trick-or-Treating for children was an established custom throughout the United States. As Trick-or-Treating became increasingly popular, manufacturers developed related products like treat bags and small-sized versions of popular candy to facilitate the giving of Halloween treats.
- H. J. Heinz Company Baseball Team, 1896 - The H.J. Heinz Company was at the forefront of employee welfare during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Exemplary employee amenities such as a gymnasium, swimming pool, self-improvement classes, and large dining rooms supported a strong company culture. An additional recreational activity included the company baseball team, comprised of its employees.
- 1896
- Collections - Artifact
H. J. Heinz Company Baseball Team, 1896
The H.J. Heinz Company was at the forefront of employee welfare during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Exemplary employee amenities such as a gymnasium, swimming pool, self-improvement classes, and large dining rooms supported a strong company culture. An additional recreational activity included the company baseball team, comprised of its employees.
- Hallmark "At the Ballpark Series: Hank Aaron" Christmas Ornament, 1997 - Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
- 1997
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "At the Ballpark Series: Hank Aaron" Christmas Ornament, 1997
Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
- Baseball Bat Used by Harold Lee Ward, 1905-1915 -
- 1905-1915
- Collections - Artifact
Baseball Bat Used by Harold Lee Ward, 1905-1915
- Sutherland "Serviset" Halloween Party Plate, circa 1950 - By the mid-20th century, disposable paper party goods decorated with seasonal images added a convenient, and inexpensive, touch to holiday celebrations--while making cleanup easier.
- circa 1950
- Collections - Artifact
Sutherland "Serviset" Halloween Party Plate, circa 1950
By the mid-20th century, disposable paper party goods decorated with seasonal images added a convenient, and inexpensive, touch to holiday celebrations--while making cleanup easier.
- "Hallowe'en Greetings, May the witches that fly....." circa 1930 - A distinctly American blend of Halloween traditions emerged by the late 1800s. Into the 20th century, the holiday was mostly an innocent celebration of mystery and fun, but friends and neighbors often exchanged seasonal greeting cards that evoked Halloween's superstitious origins. This colorful example alludes to olden customs involving witchcraft and fortune-telling.
- circa 1930
- Collections - Artifact
"Hallowe'en Greetings, May the witches that fly....." circa 1930
A distinctly American blend of Halloween traditions emerged by the late 1800s. Into the 20th century, the holiday was mostly an innocent celebration of mystery and fun, but friends and neighbors often exchanged seasonal greeting cards that evoked Halloween's superstitious origins. This colorful example alludes to olden customs involving witchcraft and fortune-telling.
- "Hallowe'en Greetings 'Tis Hallowe'en Oh maiden fair... ," circa 1930 - By the late 1800s, a distinct blend of Halloween customs had emerged in the United States. The holiday was mostly an innocent celebration of mystery and fun into the 20th century, though traditions often reflected Halloween's supernatural origins. This greeting card depicts one popular superstition that a looking glass could reveal a young lady's romantic future during Halloween.
- circa 1930
- Collections - Artifact
"Hallowe'en Greetings 'Tis Hallowe'en Oh maiden fair... ," circa 1930
By the late 1800s, a distinct blend of Halloween customs had emerged in the United States. The holiday was mostly an innocent celebration of mystery and fun into the 20th century, though traditions often reflected Halloween's supernatural origins. This greeting card depicts one popular superstition that a looking glass could reveal a young lady's romantic future during Halloween.
- Colorado Silver Bullets Miniature Baseball Bat, 1994 - The Colorado Silver Bullets was the first all-female professional baseball team organized after the All-American Girls Professional League folded in 1954. The team played for four seasons (1994-1997) against men's minor league, semi-professional, and college teams. The team organization produced souvenirs, like this miniature baseball bat with the Silver Bullets' logo.
- 1994
- Collections - Artifact
Colorado Silver Bullets Miniature Baseball Bat, 1994
The Colorado Silver Bullets was the first all-female professional baseball team organized after the All-American Girls Professional League folded in 1954. The team played for four seasons (1994-1997) against men's minor league, semi-professional, and college teams. The team organization produced souvenirs, like this miniature baseball bat with the Silver Bullets' logo.
- H. J. Heinz Company Employee Baseball Team, May 25, 1912 - The H.J. Heinz Company was at the forefront of employee welfare during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Exemplary employee amenities such as a gymnasium, swimming pool, self-improvement classes, and large dining rooms supported a strong company culture. An additional recreational activity included the company baseball team, comprised of its employees.
- 58 May 1912
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H. J. Heinz Company Employee Baseball Team, May 25, 1912
The H.J. Heinz Company was at the forefront of employee welfare during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Exemplary employee amenities such as a gymnasium, swimming pool, self-improvement classes, and large dining rooms supported a strong company culture. An additional recreational activity included the company baseball team, comprised of its employees.
- H. J. Heinz Company Baseball Team, circa 1907 - The H.J. Heinz Company was at the forefront of employee welfare during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Exemplary employee amenities such as a gymnasium, swimming pool, self-improvement classes, and large dining rooms supported a strong company culture. An additional recreational activity included the company baseball team, comprised of its employees.
- circa 1907
- Collections - Artifact
H. J. Heinz Company Baseball Team, circa 1907
The H.J. Heinz Company was at the forefront of employee welfare during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Exemplary employee amenities such as a gymnasium, swimming pool, self-improvement classes, and large dining rooms supported a strong company culture. An additional recreational activity included the company baseball team, comprised of its employees.