"HAPPY BIRTHDAY, HOOVER"

I have very fond memories of the original Hoover factory in North Canton. That goes back to September of 1980.

A few weeks prior to this I was in the vacuum cleaner store of John Henry in Valiparaso, Indiana. John, like his father before him, knew the value of machines from the 20's through the early 50's, and was where I acquired the bulk of my collection. As I was looking through the vintage machines, John asked me "have you ever been to the Hoover museum?" At that point in my life, Hoover was not high on my list, I was an Electrolux/Kirby collector, and was really interested in the off beat brands. "As a collector, you really should see that museum" John said, handing me a card with the contact info.

Later that day I placed a call to Hoover and was transfered to Stacy Krammes. In a few polite words I told her that I was a vacuum cleaner collector, and expected to get the usual laugh, followed by "you're kidding right?" But not Stacy! She was very nice, and answered all my questions, then invited me to see the 'Historical Center.' I still have the letters from Stacy inviting me to Hoover and will post them tomorrow.

A few weeks later I made the trek to North Canton. I arrived at 7:30 am, and checked into my hotel, which was on Main street and a block away from the red brick factory. After breakfast at the little cafe across the street, I returned to the hotel, and thought I'd call Stacy to let her know I was in town. In the lobby was a guy named Brian, and he told me that he was sent to drive me to the Historical Center.

Since I've often related what followed, I won't go into that now, needless to say, Stacy gave me the full V.I.P. treatment. But a lot more than just seeing a museum happened that morning. Without any of us realizing it, Stacy and I were laying the groundwork for the V.C.C.C.! Never in my wildest dreams did I think I'd be anything but a private collectore with a very strange hobby. But one thing was certain, The Hoover company had gone to the head of the class for me.

As for Stacy Krammes, she was the first person outside my family who accepted me, and I'll be forever grateful.

Alex Taber.


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Post# 244377 8/8/2013 at 00:45 (3,914 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)
Checkrate/Likes Today, August 8, sees HOOVER turn 105 !!!!!! Just think: we were all gathered there for the 100th. I put this in here because it's a 'vintage' company, and, for the non-members to be able to see it. Thanks, "BOSS".

Post# 244378 , Reply# 1 8/8/2013 at 00:51 (3,914 days old) by kirbykid (Horseheads,New York 14845)
Checkrate/Likes HAPPY BIRTHDAY HOOVER!!!!!

Post# 244383 , Reply# 2 8/8/2013 at 01:20 (3,914 days old) by beko1987 (Stokenchurch, United Kingdom)
Checkrate/Likes Happy Birthday!

Post# 244386 , Reply# 3 8/8/2013 at 01:28 (3,914 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)
Checkrate/Likes *Truly,* this is sacred ground (in Ohio) at least. A rich history.

Post# 244387 , Reply# 4 8/8/2013 at 01:32 (3,914 days old) by gottahaveahoove (Pittston, Pennsylvania, 18640)
Checkrate/Likes *A celebration* of prosperity. So many worked here for the good of the nation, and the world.

Post# 244394 , Reply# 5 8/8/2013 at 02:42 (3,914 days old) by Ultimatevacman ( Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK)
Checkrate/Likes Happy birthday Hoover!

Post# 244430 , Reply# 6 8/8/2013 at 09:59 (3,913 days old) by vacfan6384 (Larksville,PA)
Checkrate/Likes *HAPPY BIRTHDAY HOOVER* HAPPY BIRTHDAY HOOVER TO THE MOST AMAZING QUALITY OF VACUUMS ORIGINALLY FROM CANTON OHIO

Post# 244433 , Reply# 7 8/8/2013 at 10:21 (3,913 days old) by AlexHoovers94 (Manchester UK)
Checkrate/Likes *Happy Birthday Hoover!*

Post# 244434 , Reply# 8 8/8/2013 at 10:22 (3,913 days old) by AlexHoovers94 (Manchester UK)
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Post# 244571 , Reply# 14 8/8/2013 at 21:26 (3,913 days old) by HooverCelebrity (Germany)
Checkrate/Likes 3 Happy Birthday, indeed! Hard to believe that it's already 105... Seems like yesterday we were in North Canton for the 100th. Alex, I was fortunate to meet Stacy in 1993.. Had the same wonderful experience touring the Historical Center and having lunch in the factory cafeteria. Not just me, but my mom, sister, and grandparents who all made the trip for me. Stacy loaded me up with all sorts of Hoover trinkets and I was in heaven... That's when they told me about the VCCC and I called you shortly thereafter. No pun intended, but Hoover really knew how to roll out the red carpet... (okay, maybe I did intend it!) Of course I wanted to vacuum tonight, so I pulled out one of Hoover's my Dimension 1000 and gave the upstairs a good vacuuming.

Post# 244602 , Reply# 15 8/9/2013 at 01:00 (3,913 days old) by caligula (Wallingford, Connecticut)
Checkrate/Likes *Hi Fred.* Stacy was like that, on my first trip she opened her file cabinet and gave me about twenty black and white glossy photographs. She and design engineer Skip Marquadt took me to lunch at the Roadhouse Inn, then Skip let me inside "the vault!" I was the first non Hoover person inside, in fact it was even off limits to the top Hoover brass. Yes I was a kid in a candy store. I remember the first phone call, you had just done the Tonight show, and put Jay Leno in his place! At that time you were too young to join the club as it was 18 and older. As I recall, I suggested that your parents join and have you as the guest. I sent the early newsletters to your parents, but actually they were for you. (That was how we got around things in the early days). I can't think of better person to run the club, you took my lead and have created a wonderful place for all of us. And in case you want to see a few of the pictures I got from Stacy in September of 80, here's a photo of our first meeting on the weekend of May 5, 1985. Alex

Post# 244603 , Reply# 16 8/9/2013 at 01:01 (3,913 days old) by caligula (Wallingford, Connecticut)
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Post# 244604 , Reply# 17 8/9/2013 at 01:05 (3,913 days old) by caligula (Wallingford, Connecticut)
Checkrate/Likes *Computer 's acting up.* It did it again! I post, computer freezes then posts twice. I hate this &&&@@ computer!

Post# 244440 , Reply# 9 8/8/2013 at 12:02 (3,913 days old) by jmurray01 (Scotland)
Checkrate/Likes Please forgive me John - but I completely forgot!! I know, shame on me. Happy Birthday Hoover - the first (and best) vacuum cleaner manufacturer!

Post# 244482 , Reply# 10 8/8/2013 at 14:08 (3,913 days old) by AlexHoovers94 (Manchester UK)
Checkrate/Likes Jamie, they are not the best...They are what words can not explain.

Post# 244520 , Reply# 11 8/8/2013 at 16:11 (3,913 days old) by beko1987 (Stokenchurch, United Kingdom)
Checkrate/Likes Hoover UK had a cake! PIC on their Facebook page

Post# 244528 , Reply# 12 8/8/2013 at 16:42 (3,913 days old) by gsohoover (Reidsville, NC)
Checkrate/Likes *Happy Birthday!!!!* Happy Birthday Hoover! Wish I was there for the 100th.

Post# 244559 , Reply# 13 8/8/2013 at 19:46 (3,913 days old) by caligula (Wallingford, Connecticut)
Checkrate/Likes *Hi gotahaveahoove* I have very fond memories of the original Hoover factory in North Canton. That goes back to September of 1980. A few weeks prior to this I was in the vacuum cleaner store of John Henry in Valiparaso, Indiana. John, like his father before him, knew the value of machines from the 20's through the early 50's, and was where I acquired the bulk of my collection. As I was looking through the vintage machines, John asked me "have you ever been to the Hoover museum?" At that point in my life, Hoover was not high on my list, I was an Electrolux/Kirby collector, and was really interested in the off beat brands. "As a collector, you really should see that museum" John said, handing me a card with the contact info. Later that day I placed a call to Hoover and was transfered to Stacy Krammes. In a few polite words I told her that I was a vacuum cleaner collector, and expected to get the usual laugh, followed by "you're kidding right?" But not Stacy! She was very nice, and answered all my questions, then invited me to see the 'Historical Center.' I still have the letters from Stacy inviting me to Hoover and will post them tomorrow. A few weeks later I made the trek to North Canton. I arrived at 7:30 am, and checked into my hotel, which was on Main street and a block away from the red brick factory. After breakfast at the little cafe across the street, I returned to the hotel, and thought I'd call Stacy to let her know I was in town. In the lobby was a guy named Brian, and he told me that he was sent to drive me to the Historical Center. Since I've often related what followed, I won't go into that now, needless to say, Stacy gave me the full V.I.P. treatment. But a lot more than just seeing a museum happened that morning. Without any of us realizing it, Stacy and I were laying the groundwork for the V.C.C.C.! Never in my wildest dreams did I think I'd be anything but a private collectore with a very strange hobby. But one thing was certain, The Hoover company had gone to the head of the class for me. As for Stacy Krammes, she was the first person outside my family who accepted me, and I'll be forever grateful. Alex Taber.