Who doesn’t like reflecting back on the good ol’ days? Days when pieces of Jadeite and other types of Depression glass were often given away with everything from oatmeal, to flour sacks, to cans of coffee. Fire King Jadeite Cereal or Chili Bowl Given Away With Package Of Albers Oats 22 Oct 1948, Fri Arizona […]
The History of Fire-King Anchor Hocking (Part 4: What Happened to Anchor Hocking?)
Like most other collectors, my fascination with Fire-King Jadite dishes began because my Mom used them and started her own collection. And my Mom loves them because she saw her Mom and Grandma use them in the kitchen daily. Collectors have a deep rooted sense of nostalgia. From leftovers, to simple weeknight meals, to Christmas […]
The History of Fire-King Anchor Hocking (Part 3: 1970 to 2022)
This is Part 3 of the History of Anchor Hocking, where we focus on the company’s history from 1970-2022. Read Part 1: The History of Anchor Hocking (Intro) Read Part 2: The History of Anchor Hocking (1905-1969) 1970s 1970 Anchor Hocking acquired the Phoenix Glass company in 1970. The plant in Monaca, Pennsylvania had its […]
The History of Fire-King Anchor Hocking (Part 2: 1905-1969)
Introduction This is Part 2 of the History of Anchor Hocking, where we focus on the company’s history from 1905-1969. Read Part 1: The History of Anchor Hocking (Intro) 1900s 1905 Former decorator for the Ohio Flint Glass Company, turned businessman, Isaac Jacob “Ike” Collins, founded The Hocking Glass Company in 1905. (“Isaac J. Collins”) […]
The History of Fire-King Anchor Hocking (Part 1: Intro)
This 4-part series takes a look at the history of Anchor Hocking from 1905 to 2022. This is part 1: Anchor Hocking: Made in the USA for 117 Years and Counting The history of Anchor Hocking spans 117 years, and throughout that time, the glassware giant has seen its share of highs and lows. From […]
