More issues featured of The Disneyland News, which debuted it's first issue July 15, 1955 and was published monthly until March 1957. Issues sold for .10c at the main gate's newsstand or from newsboys on Main Street.
Straight from the Ghost Town Jail - it's Sad Eye Joe! Quite possibly, Calico's most famous resident, Ol' Sad Eye, has been doin' time here at Knott's since 1940. Thousands of guests have stepped up to the jail window to have a chat with the horse thief - and many have walked away mystified at how that ornery critter knows their name! Hand-carved by Andy Anderson, Sad Eye Joe perfectly represents the down-home fun and handcrafted memories you can only find at Knott's Berry Farm. Now, Calico's famous inmate can make a break for it in this collector pin only available for a short time - grab one quick before he escapes! Pin #5. $9.99 As a child, I would visit Sad Eye Joe and was amazed how much he knew about me. He greeted me by my name and knew what grade I was in at school. Little did I know, my dad was feeding info to the jailer who had the mic. The voice of Sad Eye Joe is housed in that green window under the TOWN JAIL sign. He is a Knott's Berry Farm legend and original brain child of Walter Knott. Photo courtesy Orange County Archives." From the Knott's Berry Farm Collection Sad Eye Joe has been stuck in a small jail at Knott's Berry Farm since 1940. The wooden character was originally carved by Andy Anderson. He gets two hots and a cot and says he may try to escape when the food gets bad.
Joseph Nagnapper (his “real” name) was originally thrown in jail for stealing the Ghost Town sheriff’s horse – a horse so slow “he almost went backwards,” according to Joe. Celebrate fashion icon Minnie Mouse as she makes her mark on this monthly, limited release series of collectible premium plush. Each release honors a different, beloved Disney Theme Park attraction. This month’s dizzyingly adorable entry is inspired by Mad Tea Party and features a velveteen top hat with polka dot net and teacup accent.
In Critter Country, every day is a “Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah” kind of day. As Disney legend has it, deep in the backwoods of Disneyland Park was a land filled with woodland creatures that walked and talked, much like humans. Curious explorers discovered this land, located in the wooded area beyond New Orleans Square and Frontierland. Critter Country today remains a restful world filled with shady trees, babbling brooks and all kinds of playful animals, from the honey-loving bear that is stuffed with fluff to a hodgepodge of creatures from the briar. Critter Country is home to three attractions: Splash Mountain, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, and the Davy Crockett Explorer Canoes. This land also features one of the most restful dining areas at Disneyland, the Hungry Bear Restaurant. Meet Winnie the Pooh and Friends After your journey, come greet Characters like Pooh, Eeyore and Tigger. Please check the Disneyland app for specific times. Get lost in the pages of A.A. Milne’s classic tales as you glide through Pooh’s most memorable adventures. Board your beehive and get swept up in a gust of wind with Piglet, Gopher, Eeyore, Kanga and Roo. Band together with Tigger and friends to stay afloat in a torrential downpour. Celebrate sunny days and togetherness as Pooh finally gets his paws on some honey. This visual extravaganza filled with classic Disney songs is sure to delight cubs of all ages! Old school photo with Tigger 2002.
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8 Cup Chex, Or Other Rice Puffed, Cereal 1 Cup White Chocolate Morsels 1/2 Cup Creamy Peanut Butter 1/4 Cup Butter or Margarine 1 TSP Vanilla Extract 1 1/2 Cup Powdered Sugar 1/2 Cup Roasted, Unsalted, Peanuts 1 Cup Chocolate Shell Candies (Yellow Preferred) Directions: 1.) Measure cereal into a large bowl and set aside. 2.) In a microwave safe bowl, microwave chips, butter/margarine, and peanut butter on high for 1 MIN. Stir. Microwave 30 SEC longer, or until mixture is smooth. 3.) Pour mixture over cereal - you may wish to do this in layers. Gently agitate with your hands to coat without breaking cereal. 4.) Pour some powdered sugar into a gallon sized bag. Fill halfway with cereal mixture and top with powdered sugar. Seal and shake to coat. Pour coated cereal onto parchment paper or a baking sheet to cool. Repeat until done. Toss with peanuts and chocolate candies. Store Snoopy Snacks in a gallon sized bag, and refrigerate. Source |
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