Glass Collector's Digest October/November 2000, Vol. XIV, No. 3

The October/November 2000 (volume XIV, no 3) feature articles were: Walter Przybylek: Designer, Model Maker, Pattern Maker, 1899-1977 - Jerry Przybylek contributed this article about his father, Walter, who worked for United States Glass Company, then began his own business designing and producing models and patterns for over 20 prominent glass companies. The nine photos include examples of pieces done for Fostoria, H.R. Haley Glassware Co., and American Glass Co. The Millville Rose: 100 Years of Myth and Mystery, Part 1 by Mark Smith - Part 2 is in the following issue. Crimp Rose Weights, in all their intricate glory, gain greater stature when contemplating the technical stamina required for their creation. A knowledgeable collector, Mark Smith, exposes details which both help to identify artists and define quality. Five color plates support the text. Among the various artists are Ralph Barber, Emil Stanger, Charles Pepper, & Emil Larson. Post-Classic Bohemian Paperweights by Gerhard Schramek - The weights discussed in this article were made between 1890 and 1945. Though perhaps these items gain their distinction by not falling into easily identifiable patterns, for the author this in itself has a distinctive attraction. Its historical applications are of interest as are the pieces shown in 12 color plates and one B&W photo. Chocolate Glass is Hot! by Dr. James S. Measell - Chocolate glass is the cover subject of this issue because November 2000 marks the centennial of its creation. The article pays tribute to Jacob Rosenthal who introduced the first line of chocolate glass in Greentown, Indiana. Measell discussed several companies which produced chocolate glass such as the National Glass Co., Indiana Tumbler and Goblet Co., Fenton, Westmoreland, Degenhart and Boyd, Mosser and Summit. Family Values: An Adventure with the Past by Elaine Moser Wandel - The author shares photos and stories of her family s long standing love of glass. Three color plates and eight B&W photos are included. Blenko's Designers: Joel Philip Myers by Leslie Pina - Many of the designs Joel Philip Meyers created for Blenko Glass are revered by collectors. His history is discussed and unique pieces are shown in 11 colorful plates. Ohio Flint Glass: The Krys-Tol Company, Part 2 by Mark Iwen - This article covers the company's development from 1899 in Lancaster, Ohio, to its closing in 1907. Krys-Tol Ware and various developments during this period are discussed. Thirteen color photos display thing from this era.

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