History candy bulk vending machines

In most research of cakes, sweets, I decided to take some leave, and write the history of mass. Sounds like "I" buzz. But in reality, the bulk candy has a little twist in itself.

If you followed my articles on cakes, you'll know by the end of 1800. Candy mainstream mass did not come with much. In fact, it has only about 75

FrancisArthur (known as FA) Wittern occupied in 1920 as a private company, was to imagine that all of you at home and use the labor market. Took $ 12.50 in 1931 and created the first vending machine. Read more in one minute.

What I find fascinating is the image of $ 12.50. That may be a DVD, a purse, a case of soft drinks, a great family package of ground beef, or sneakers really cheap. But wait! In fact, when comparingThe year ... Want to actually buying DVD players, televisions and computers (none of which existed in 1931!). According to the CPI (Consumer Price Index), the equivalent of $ 12.50 in 1931 to date is $ 176.71. I know, I can not buy a good TV for that price. It gets even better. If you compare the value of "unskilled workers", from 1931 to today is that the same is now worth $ 12.50 $ 528.69! Well, we are always somewhere.

Okay, back to the originalSearch. Candy in bulk was first found "in Witterns FA Penny Peanut Dispenser. He took first place in a local bar, his company, the new Hawkeye was innovative in several areas. In particular, the distributors of bulk candy, one to nine "sell" would result in a bell ringing, that is, the person entering the penny you want to get some free peanuts! He also had the ability to distinguish between genuine coins and slugs. He developed thisduring the Great Depression, perhaps as a means of gain, as there are jobs to be found. During World War II, as times have become more difficult, Mr. Wittern ventured elsewhere, finally returned to his invention at some point after the war.

Machines dispense bulk candy is a long way since then. In the late 30's design was modified to be able to deliver larger items such as matches. They have a different view of themselveshours. The original machines were small enough to sit on a table or counter. Now it is very interesting and fun to watch as the Gumball turn down a slide or screw the small plane he was flying down the chute. Not only in a variety of forms, but also drawings. Are machines that look like old gas pumps lately seen, or the old "Route 66" logo.

Today you can see, the bulk candy machines in malls, amusement parks,Restaurants, gas stations, bars, and probably the same. You have quite the nostalgic element, the power that some old loose candy we all love and remember so well.