SongoftheSouth.net
 

Brer Rabbit Scotch Tape Dispenser




Category Miscellany
Title Brer Rabbit Scotch Tape Dispenser
Year 1956
Country United States
Description Scotch tape dispenser with attached Contest Folder publicizing Brer Rabbit's Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah Contest. On the back of the Contest Folder is the official entry blank. Contestant was to finish the following sentence in 25 words or less: "I like 'SCOTCH' Brand Cellophane Tape because..." Entries were to be received no later than midnight Monday, May 21, 1956. 25 lucky families would receive a free trip to Disneyland (or New York if they preferred) via the TWA Constellation. One such family documented their trip and you can watch it on YouTube.
Variations I believe these were also available in two other dispenser sizes (unconfirmed).
Notes 8 Million tape dispensers were produced for this contest.
Original Price 39ยข
Suggested Value USD $30-40
Related Items Brer Rabbit Scotch Tape Poster (1956) [United States]
Scotch Tape Contest Poster Set (1955) [United States]
Scotch Tape One Sheet (1955) [United States]

Collection Catalog #460 -- Last Updated 2018-04-09