Title: 1944 Shipstads & Johnson Ice Follies Official Program - 8th Annual Edition Vintage Ice Show Ephemera
Description: This is an authentic, original 1944 Shipstads & Johnson Ice Follies Program and Souvenir Magazine. This wartime publication features historical cover art, vintage illustrations, skater rosters, and period advertisements from the historic 8th annual touring season of the famous traveling ice show.
Product Specifications:
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Company: Shipstads & Johnson Ice Follies
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Year: 1944 (8th Annual Edition)
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Item Type: Official Souvenir Program Magazine
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Format: Softcover / Staple-bound
Detailed Condition & Flaw Report: This vintage paper item shows clear signs of age and handling. Please review the specific structural flaws listed below before purchasing:
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Overall Condition: This 80+ year-old paper item is in good Used Condition.
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Spine & Binding: The spine fold shows visible stress cracking, light paper splitting at the top and bottom ends, and oxidation (rusting) on the original binding staples.
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Cover Wear: Both covers exhibit handling creases, soft corner folds, surface scuffing, and minor ink rubbing from age and past storage.
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Edges & Corners: Outer margins show light edge fraying, minor nicks, and corner softening/blunting.
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Interior Pages: The interior paper stock shows uniform vintage age-toning and yellowing, with occasional light thumb smudging or minor corner folds, but remains complete.
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Photo Reminder: Please examine all high-resolution listing photos closely to verify the exact spine condition, cover creases, and edge wear before buying.
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Archival-Safe Protection: Mid-century paper programs are prone to edge damage, rolling, or folding if mishandled in transit. To protect your investment, this 1944 Ice Follies program will be safely enclosed inside a protective sleeve, placed between heavy cardboard backing boards, and shipped inside a clean, rigid, crush-resistant box to guarantee it arrives completely flat and safe.
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