S.S. Adams Co. in the 1940's

The factory building in September 1941.
The company has occupied this space since 1932.
 
 

The machine shop in the late 40's.  To the left against the wall are punch
press, to the right are tables for assembley and packaging.  Standing in
the center is Al Dence who worked for the company from 1947 to 1999.
 

Sewing the sheaths for the jumping snakes.
 
 

Margaret Ward operating a punch press in the late 40's.
 

The office crew.  Sam Adams is seated in the center
and to the right is his son Joseph.
 

    
Yes, they really do test market the products at S.S. Adams Co.  Above are photos of Sam Adams with office employees.From Left to Right: The Pop Ball Surprise; The Squiring Flower and The Nose and Spex; The Chinese Bottle; The Suction Cupped Plate; The Nose & Spex with Mustache and Fake Lips.