Fooled You! The Golden Age of Practical Jokes
Posted by Harry McCracken | Thursday, April 1, 2010
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Half a buck was a lot of money by 1950 novelty standards, but hey–this was a multi-function device.
Whatever became of Johnson-Smith? Actually, they’re still around, and still selling stuff by mail order. Practical jokes, sadly, seem to be a relatively minor part of their business. We like in an excessively sedate world.
April 1st, 2010 at 2:51 am
Practical jokes always work best when someone gets hurt. HeHeHe
April 1st, 2010 at 3:09 am
I’m not sure that is a cig. I think it’s in her nose and it must be one of those glass bulb boogers. She ought to have seen this one coming…
April 1st, 2010 at 3:31 am
Stellar post! Great finds with the vintage ads. I feel immature saying this, but the nose bubble is freaking hilarious. Cheers!
April 1st, 2010 at 9:54 am
Wonderful fun for April 1 – the idea, the drawings and most of all the commentary.
April 2nd, 2010 at 8:18 pm
The Archie McPhee company seems to have taken up the spiritual mantle of Johnson Smith. http://www.mcphee.com
July 4th, 2011 at 1:00 pm
hahaha you got me !