There are museums all over the world. Did you know about the “Vacuum museum” in St James Missouri? Historic Rt. 66 goes right past the door.
I started in the vacuum and sewing machine business in 1970 and have serviced some of the oldest and strangest vacuum cleaners. The first vacuums started with hand crank, pumping, and bellows systems, then electric came along.
A visit to vacuummuseum.com will show the advancement of the vacuum, through each decade. You will also see the world’s largest, heaviest, and smallest vacuums. The videos will certainly grab your attention.
Have you ever see a vacuum cleaner that looks like a space alien wrestling with itself? Some of you will laugh, but most will be taken back to your childhood when you see the vacuum that your parents or grandparents used.
A lot of people hold on to their original vacuum from 30 or 40 years ago (They sure don’t make ‘em like they used to!)
We at Dollard Baker Sew Vac still have drawers filled with old vacuum cleaner parts, even some parts from the 50s and 60s when my father had the business.
Back then people were not as informed about air filtration and allergens as we are today. If you turn on one of those old vacuum cleaners from back in the day, chances are that you would see or smell dust filling the room.
We at Dollard Baker Sew Vac are proud to sell vacuums that last and filter the air. Having over 40 years’ experience in the business, I know which vacuums will last like the old ones, and keep the air in your house dust free.
So, the next time you need a repair or you are looking to upgrade your vacuum cleaner, come in and take a free test ride. See John or Gary — your vacuum consultants.
—Submitted by John Dollard, Dollard Baker Sew Vac, Marmora