The guy that owned the bowling alley bought this model Commander Crushing Plant when he use to work at Iowa Manufacturing in Cedar Rapids, Iowa back in the 50's. I said to him once that if he ever wanted to sell it I would be interested. About a year after he passed away his daughter came into the office and asked if i would come out side to speak with her mom. She was sick and not doing well. She had this model with her and handed it to me as I used to bowl with her husband and we were friends. I asked her what I should pay her for it and she replied, it is a gift. I about crapped myself as this was worth 12 to $1,300 20 years ago. There were a few things broken on it and I found a guy in Nebraska where I got parts. My shop is getting full. It's kind of like a history book out there. Lots of good memories.
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