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Anyone remember Happyland on Shepherd @ 43rd? I have some home video of it in the early 60's and will post it asap.
Edit: From The Billboard magazine dated Aug 30, 1952:
Houston Kiddie Land For Sale
Located inside the city limits on U.S. Hwy. 75.
Rides: Boats, Train, Airlines, Fire Engine Car Ride, Pony Cart, Portable Kiddie Ferris Wheel, Two-Abreast Merry-Go-Round, Crosley Hook and Ladder, 7 live Ponies.
Main Building: Houses 2 rest rooms, office, box office, concession stand including popcorn machine, 18-case elec. cooler, orange crush cooler, automatic coke dispenser, etc.
Two Pony Shelters and Feed and Saddle Building: The entire amusement area is fenced with 7' chain link fence and pasture has farm-type fence. Other equipment includes benches, neo sign, neo trim on bldg., pony trailer, spare parts, etc. All equipment is in excellent condition and except Merry-Go-Round is less than 2 years old. This park is the only kiddie land in or around Houston that has shown a considerable increase in business this year. Have an attractive long-term lease with renewal clause. 52-week operation if desired. Priced at $49,500.00. Can arrange some terms. Park must been seen to be appreciated, but if you are qualified buyer, write for any additional information.
Walter H. Semeyn, "Happy-Land Kiddie Park".
4545 No. Shepherd - Houston 18, Texas.
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A friend of mine mentioned a kiddie place called Wee Wild West. I went there as a kid (60's) but have no idea where it was. Anybody remember that one?
I remember it! It was off of 290 near Windfern I believe...I was just talking about it the other day!
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He was holding a skillet with FRIED CHICKEN in it! I loved those Indiams when I was a kid. Good to hear they have homes!
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Does anyone remember Leonardo's Pizza? It was in the Chimney Rock area I believe. They had lots of antique toys, including a "monkey band" mounted on on of the walls and a gypsy fortune teller machine from the 1900's.
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THANKS! These are awesome!