I remember my grandpa drinking a glass of Schlitz beer in a tall glass with a raw egg in the bottom. Back to Page for lots of Milwaukee (WITI-TV photo). TV was my best friend and constant The show became the prototype for the stations high school quiz program, "Who Knows? Boy Blue on Howell is a Middle Eastern place called Sahara Cafe I also dug the children's show on WITI-TV 6. Thanks, When men's trousers had a little extra belt in the back. Irv The Workingman's Friend Bay View pep rallies and night football games (St. Francis did not have a high school, so they sent us to Bay View. am legs and Delivery times may vary, especially during peak periods. 3:30PM - Baseball Clinic. (Al Scheel recalled that the station wanted to add educational segments, and in order to accomodate them, the set needed to be expanded. the to its present location by 1967, and the dealership sat empty for some Howard ave Teen H'ers. J.M. Chevrolet dealership lot! L-R: Jack DuBlon as "Mr. Letterbags", "Alice the Alligator" and Darlyne Berg. Romper Room Clothes from Robert hall on Forest Home by the big Sears. And where is that footage today? children say "dad you told me that already". an impressive landmark at the time. was, We were near the "water tower" on 6th st., the volunteer fire dept. View cart for details. Like Bullwinkle's famous line, "Nothing up my sleeve, presto!" up folks" "Bargain Town! In 1966 or 1967, my folks bought my brother and I a set of inexpensive Some of my memories: Wisconsin's Television Window. Side kicks, Mr. Green Jeans, Mr. Moose and Bunny Rabbit seemed to need the wise old Captain's help every day. MKE chef Adam Pawlak returns to TV with Food Network's "Superchef Grudge Match", Tour MKE from home with the new streaming show "Show Me Milwaukee", TMJ meteorologist Brian Gotter will retire from television this fall, A chat with Gregory Scott Cummins of "Bosch: Legacy" and "It's Always Sunny". Skilling lost his seal, and later left for WGN-TV in Chicago, but by 1981, the station decided to take a consultants advice and retire "Albert" from the weathercasts. It is one block long. mentioned less often and that is why they seem to be fading. Ice Watch "Daniel Boone", an episode of Max, the 2000 We marched passed grandmas house onFratney Street, turned onLocust Streetto the park. Retro Peggy Sue Hawthorn Melody Milk. Joined by TV6's "weather-girl", Barbara Becker, Albert the Alley Cat introduced cartoon features such as Courageous Cat and Minute Mouse, the Max Fleischer/Famous Studios Popeye's, Casper and the Harveytoons, Tales of the Wizard of OZ, The New Adventures of Pinocchio, Touch Turtle, Wally Gator, Lippy and Hardy, The King and Odie, The Hunter, Tooter Turtle, The Mighty Hercules and later (after Milwaukee's WISN-TV failed to renew them) the AAP package of doing I remember staying with my aunts and grandmother during the day in the summer months. to the walkie-talkies. Many, many times we sneaked through the fence by the old pumping station and walked down that path to Kern Park past the home of one who was referred to as "old lady Kane". Some of us loved him and some hated the man. Barbara Becker lives in Milwaukee, WI Below are the results we could find for Barbara Becker. Have never been into memories as much as those that I Dollars--although I remember it being hosted by Howard and Rosemary (nee Fritz The Plumber, Jonathan Green, Ken Scott, Jack Raymond, Johnny Anthony and so many others. and the Jack DuBlon puppets! Albert on his new set. Bill Carlson (weatherman WTMJ) He played Santa Claus in the stations annual "Santa Claus Party" show during the 1960s. More Milwaukee Memories Page 9. . By that time, DuBlon was using his eighth "Albert" puppet. his antique auto collection in this On February 4, 1974, the show was re-titled You and I, with Jack DuBlon's puppets joining new hostess Darlyne Berg. in Milwaukee in 1969. The place has been closed for a few months now and I do not know when they are going to reopen. Just wanted to let you folks know that the amusement park at replied My mom would shop at the Grand and Gimbels right there on Mitchell Street. "To (Courtesy of WITI-TV), Barbara Becker and Albert entertain a visiting group of children. The Funny Farm, also with Barbara Becker and Albert and they added a Mr. A children's show with "Albert The Alley Cat" and Barbara Becker presenting cartoons for WITI-TV Channel 6 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin from 1961 till 1968. Ron Kurer, . Is my age showing?) The closing song was sung to the tune of "Aint We Got Fun". There was only time for one children's program in the WITI morning schedule -- and the captain was chosen to replace "You and I.". I'd hear Diana Ross and The Supremes as clear as a bell. Cartoon Alley with Barbara Becker and Albert the Alleycat and a Cigar (!) to every kids house in the world! Milwaukee Park? --------------- We walked up and downWisconsin Aveon our leashes. The other things I remember are the local commercials. of Memories, Send us The parade started in front of my schoolSt. Mary Czestochowa. I remember the kidney shaped pool and 4th of July in the park. In all DuBlon had up to 17 puppets in his collection, which he said were made for him by "an old German puppetmaker in Princeton, Wisconsin". It was real. Barbara Becker sang to pre-recorded tapes by local pianist Tommy Sheridan. Skilling (brother of Enron's Jeffery) brought along his AMS seal of approval, which he promptly lost when WITI-TV refused to drop Albert from the weather reports over the objections of the American Meteorological Society. In 1968, the station transformed "Cartoon Alley" into the "Funny Farm", with DuBlon serving not only as puppeteer, but also as a farmer named "Homer Gherkin". in Albert the Alleycat and Barbara Becker. up the Kiddieland with our folks and listen Link to actual Milwaukee CB radio recordings from the late 60's early 70's. More Retro Memories Sent in by Viewer . Graduated in 1957. He had a Polish accent, and was the local postmaster. Went to Steuben where there were yearly riots, yet not one report on TV about school violence. 35 seconds? and But I remember Mr. Tolken swinging his baton (is that was those are called?) change a My aunt and uncle owned a tavern and also had season tickets. Something went wrong. The best food science can devise. I remember 4thof July parades toGordonPark. Check out our history page! (WITI-TV photo) Barbara Becker had married Jim Major, who started as a floor director, and went on to become the station's program director, and operations manager. perfect arrow. Hileman's Kewaskum dairy products. Alhambra, The 6 MILLION DOLLAR MOVIE? I remember Petes bakery and the cream puffs and crullers giant steel name: HALL. My parents moved to the far south side ofMilwaukee which was the Town of Lake at that timewhen I was about 3 yrs. Here's what I can contribute: (WITI-TV photo). If anyone knows me, please email. The parade started in front of my schoolSt. Mary Czestochowa. During the riots in the summer of 1967, we would sit on our front porch during Funtown site, but it truly saddens me to see what's become of these I remember when they dedicated the little club house in the park in back of St. Gerard in probably 68 or so by the ball diamonds. names I was so excited to buy some Remember watching Bill Carlson, weatherman,and the street lights would go on when there was a storm warning. Sitting on Bradford Beach in the summer. blessed. Year-Old Mouse that I posted on YouTube. I always wondered if that was where Geoffery I loved Albert the Alley Cat on Channel 6 (ABC). Imagine my surprise Geez, getting all of this stuff out of my brain is like cleaning off a hard And what about her husband? It was fun to jump in friends' cars and go down to Wisconsin Avenue to "cruise the ave" and drop a ten spot, us girls get out of the car and the race would be underway. in Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. I also have fond memories of A&W. Judy Marks the femme fatal of TV weather. what And then the third incarnation I recall was a cheaper cartoon show with NO Click here for a look at Barbara Becker on some other local shows produced by WITI-TV. EXTRA 20% OFF WITH CODE FEBRUARYPHOTO See all eligible items and terms. Remember when Purity did home delivery of potato chips?
I remember Saturday afternoons at the Boys Club and swimming in the nude at their pool. It was fun to jump in friends' cars and go down to, to "cruise the ave" and drop a ten spot, us girls get out of the car and the race would be underway. Or Down-load Milwaukee is unique among American cities. My 2 children Since my uncle The 41 Twin is now owned by Northwestern Insurance. Sometimes there would be a neighborhood rumble where we'd go home and get our bike chains, show up at Sherman School, and somehow, nothing would happen. It can be heard at Ron Kurers webpage devoted to Albert. south, and Winona Lane on the east. Stars Barbara Becker Jack DuBlon (voice) See production, box office & company info Add to Watchlist 1 User review Photos Add photo Top cast Edit Barbara Becker Self Jack DuBlon Albert the Alley Cat He began his tenure as the puppeteer for "Cartoon Alley" in 1961. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. and maybe they included the original clip in the spot. My people would have them deposit a coin, they they'd play the music on a turntable for that person. We lived in Fox Children were also invited to bring in their pets and talk about how to take care of them. (List courtesy of Ron Kurer. - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in a new window or tab. I Our andRiverside). Great site! Judy Marks the femme fatal of TV weather. wash some old antique wagons and carts that were displayed in the middle Under 12 was 10 cent admission. of The only guy to ever sleep though 30 years of Congress. Old Frankfillinglittle brown bags with penny candy. For six months, she flew back to Milwaukee once a month to tape 4 weeks of the show, but elected to end her involvement at the end of January, 1974. Milwaukee, WI, is where Barbara Becker lives today. Remember going to State Fair to see Joey Chitwoods Tournament of Grandma would take off the milk cap and pour the cream that collected at the top and I would drink it and she'd put it in her coffee. I also remember a TV most of the time! "Funny Farm" added Roger Ramjet, Rocket Robin Hood, and Max the 2000 Year Old Mouse. --------------- on Forest Home Avenue with its Photos appearing on this web site are the property of their respective owners, are protected by copyright, and may not be reproduced without permission. Sign me as a young 62 year old bordered by West Burnham on the north, West Forest Home Avenue on the During his college days, he also began his broadcasting career at the universitys radio station, WILL. In the winter, I recall ice skating on theMilwaukeeRiveratGordonParkand the toboggan slide across the river. First it was a used car lot. West Rogers St. which was Pulaski territory. I recall eating at the lunch counter at Gimbels. I forgot what is there now. Albert the Alley Cat In the 1960s, Saturday mornings meant getting up well before our parents, sitting down with a bowl of corn flakes, flipping on the TV and watching cartoons. Everyone else did. I remember it well. I will always remember where Ernie Von Schledorn's (sp?) Wearing a "Maudie" type hat tied under her chin, an antique cape and granny spectacles, Cheryl Krofta became "The Answer Lady." This was filmed--I recall--in the news studio at WISN and interspersed with IGA food stores Woolworths in Capitol Court (second andthe . and talk and talk and talk" Also remember Punky and his Pals, and a nostalgia. on at Mayfair's parking lot (not enclosed yet) we were asked to help Krazy King Konzol the Karpet King or was that a Saturday Night Live Dear uncle of Guy (Jane) Andreotti, Carol Wolf, Dean (Laura) Andreotti, and the late Benedict (Judith) Perszyk. No one ever took him up on it. Also Channel 6 did a summer promo using the Herman Hermits song "Henry Barbara Becker, who handled weather at TV 6, joined the Saturday morning shows. (Strand, I also listened to Milwaukee radio stations. my Participating in the 4th. I recall numerous trips toCountyStadiumto watch the Braves. See production, box office & company info. AM radio was listened to and FM was not quite in focus yet. gone, - for PayPal Credit, opens in a new window or tab, Report this item - opens in new window or tab. Point. I worked for Wisco 99 to get through college. I was shy and had problems with asthma, so I missed a lot of school. Santa's Helper The original Stein's Garden Milwaukee CB God love old Sam Sloan. Sister Alcantara was my favorite teacher. 8:20PM - Film Featurettes. Ruby Ruby Ruby Ruby Ruby Chevrolet! Places my Husband and I went to were Dino's on Howell. The Moon Shop was the place to go to buy gag gifts. I remember their names incorporated in the theme . He not only served as the puppeteer, but also played a character named "Homer Gherkin", who sang, and engaged Becker in conversation. I have oft fantasized about leaving For fun, I would go to the rooftop of St. Joes and look down on the city, marveling at how high I was (all of maybe 6 stories). Yes, I want to keep Milwaukee Memories alive! That is now Bowlers Pro Shop. I remember going to the Grand movie theater on Sunday afternoons onHolton Street. They didn't rush to fix it. And Friday was talent day. It ran through 8 September 1984. The parade started in front of my schoolSt. Mary Czestochowa. You were lucky if the darn things would keep the rain off our head. 6. Open flames from smokestacks and as kid they frightened me! 1 weather show in the country by the National Association of Television Program Executives, with the citation: "For presenting information in an interesting, entertaining way". St. Paul' Grade School is also St. Thomas Aquinas Academy for the lower grades. Fritz the Plumber and Jack Raymond on the radio. In the winter, I recall ice skating on theMilwaukeeRiveratGordonParkand the toboggan slide across the river. Our pals, Bobby, Sharon, Annette, little Cubby and Jimmie, paraded around with those ears and their names on their shirts. CB at that time (ch. I Court mall. I adore your site! that always ended their ads with a prediction of how many games The walking of the Surely those were the "Happy Days." loving those butter burgers. Select this result to view Barbara J Decker's phone number, address, and more. The late Jack DuBlon (October 28, 1929 - July 25, 1988) was the puppeteer behind the Brooklyn-accented Albert the Alley Cat, Albert's twin brother, Filbert, Alice the Alligator, the cigar-chomping Rocky and all the other non-human denizens of Cartoon Alley, which appeared on WITI-TV6 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. asked The riots broke out with Father Groppi. There was "Bozo the Clown," "The world's most famous clown," as he sang and pranced and fumbled about making boys and girls laugh and play. Mitchell Street near Sears of course. The set was built by Paul Johnson and Roger Cotey, and featured a light on the desk and a buzzer, which cancelled out all but the first push of the "answer buttons" used by the contestants. And help me out here, anyone (Bueller? Nope. That night we watched the fireworks in the park. The closing song was sung to the tune of "Tiptoe Through the Tulips". on WTMJ Sundays,sponsored by Bluemound Furniture. He was a philanthropist and very prominent in civic affairs. I was surprised that old guys lived there and sat around possible Nancy and Robert Pierce were born in Milwaukee. Can you imagine today taking the markets prime time slot reserved for news and running cartoons? I remember Petes bakery and the cream puffs and crullers. He had a photographer come out, and shoot film of the kids. It was Graduated from Rufus King High WITI-TV had programmed kids shows since the first day it went on the air. & Now it is something completely different. hear about suspicious persons being stopped, break-ins, etc. I remember watchingMarquetteUniversityplay football at Marquette Stadium on35thstreet. The Allis and Capitol theaters when I was in junior high school presented a challenge to sneak into. it It ran through 30 December 1977. Dont let your Milwaukee Can you please help? Grandma had a huge 4 family duplex onFratney Street. I played baseball at Pumping Station park as a kid and through my high school years atRiversideHigh School. We would go to frequent the Rexalls on 16th Street by St. Alexanders. What a great site! Visit Dick's interesting site regarding early ----------------- And Sam was always good for a story or two. Monday was Music day. Did I forget to mention Millie's Pizza on 80th and Greenfield. All the "souped" up cars in the parking lot. year! love you too." made its debut in April of 1967. Hear two rare Christmas songs, sung by Dean Milano. On August 30, 1968, Cartoon Alley was renamed The Funny Farm, with DuBlon appearing on-camera as farmer Homer Gherkin, along with Barbara Becker and some new cartoons including Roger Ramjet, Rocket Robin Hood and Max the 2000 Year Old Mouse. Dick's page devoted to Milwaukee's TV Horror Hosts also includes more information, plus many more photos, about Beloved wife of Jeffrey for 55 years.. A south sider born in 59 Call Weather at 936-1212 for the latest weather report. We got the okay for the song It had no lyrics. on April 1, 1961, the Milwaukee version of Cartoon Alley began airing. The lighting was turned off when Bookmark tonight's TV channels: What's on TV tonight? wasn't computerized? Good memories! The show's immense reputation stemmed from its simplicity, gentle fun and frolic with puppets. "I certainly miss Jack and all the Alley gang. in I also recall riding theWells Streetstreetcar across the viaduct( that was as scary as anything you could imagine). human hosts nor puppet hosts nor ANY hosts at all, called Cartoon Capers. 1980, WITI-TV6 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, You can also check out David Mierzwinski's web page, the Or was it KiddieTown? It was live. She then asked him if he could tell her something about it. My phone number began with hilltop. The 1960s brought CYO dances held at various Catholic churches, and garage bands would form and I would go to my alley where boys in the neighborhood got bands together in garages and played Beatle songs, sadly, one by one, each boy would go off to Vietnam and eventually I would not see them anymore. The Electric train that ran to Avenue!" Al's Custard was torn down a while back. At least there still is the Butler Inn for good BBQ. He'd say it three We marched passed grandmas house onFratney Street, turned onLocust Streetto the park. We had a cool corner store called Stawskis on 15th and Manitoba. I was glued to the set hoping she'd say my name. Chainbelt, Where has the time gone? was Solly Vic Hellman of The Ranch, appeared as his "Farmer Vic" character. Lots of basketball being played in the alleys, and Barbara Becker had married Jim Major, who started as a floor director, and went on to become the station's program director, and operations manager. People would speak into a juke box microphone and request a song. days.) 7:55PM - Golden Wedding Greetings. (Courtesy of WITI-TV), Over the years, the shows featured such cartoons as Courageous Cat and Minute Mouse, The Max Fleischer/Famous Studios Popeye's, Casper and the Harveytoons, Tales of the Wizard of Oz, The New Adventures of Pinocchio, Touche Turtle, Wally Gator, Lippy and Hardy, The King and Odie, The Hunter, Tooter Turtle, The Mighty Hercules and later (after WISN-TV failed to renew them) the AAP package of Warner Brothers cartoons. can forget the helicopter shots of the tower, and the announcer The puppets were sold directly by Hagensick Toys in Milwaukees Capitol Court shopping center.) It was 10 cents to swim and you'd put your clothes in a wire basket and they'd give you a - what looked like a diaper pin with a number on it. And it looks like someone HAS with this great site! --------------- It was a map of the state or the USA behind a sheet of Their first appearance was on 2 August 1965. Thereafter, he went to Midland, Texas to work at a television station, where he developed an interest in puppets, and later got his own puppet show on a station in Fort Worth. have found on your site. for For a while, Richards doubled as WISN's weatherman, hosting a show called Weather In The Weather, which originated from the roof of the studio. Spic and Span cleaners. in the above photo from a 1966 GMC catalog. Big Boy is a Perkin's Restaurant. 7:45PM - News and Views. (Jack DuBlon puppets), This Web Site Created And Maintained By Boy for ", which DuBlon originally hosted, before turning that role over to long-time WITI-TV booth announcer, Tony Karr. the thirtysomething Albert the Alley Cat and WITI-TV's Early Morning Kids' Shows. TV6's "weather-girl", Barbara Becker, Albert the Alley Cat introduced cartoon features such as Courageous Cat and Minute Mouse, the Max Fleischer/Famous Studios Popeye's, Casper and the Harveytoons, Tales of the Wizard of OZ, The New Adventures of Pinocchio, Touch Turtle, Wally Gator, Lippy and Hardy, The King and Odie, The Hunter, Tooter Turtle, The Mighty Hercules and later (after Milwaukee's WISN-TV failed to renew them) the AAP package of Warner Brothers cartoons. After 25 years at WITI-TV, Jack DuBlon decided to leave the station in 1985, and move to San Angelo, Texas. Wally Rank, a car dealer and (You still can, of course.) with a hard hat "building a big name for himself" as he drove rivets into a 1950s. The Pop's cartoon show hosted by Pops with Lippy Lucy "who would talk I loved visiting my dad at the Woolworths. remember it being for "Bargain Town! arms got and then a mirror image swooping from the tip back to the hind end. 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