Paper Doll Books, Historical Booklets, and Ephemera Collection Featuring 1971 Hee Haw Set and 19th C

This lot presents an eclectic selection of paper ephemera, highlighted by a punch-out “Hee Haw” paper doll book (Columbia Broadcasting System, 1971) in vibrant cover art, complete with original dolls and outfits. Included are illustrated pages and cutouts from multiple paper doll sets, such as fashions from the “2012 Paper Doll Convention” and other themed paper dolls. Among the vintage literature, there are two late 19th century advertising booklets, “T.M. Biddle Druggist” and “C. Greff & Co. Foreign and Domestic Dry Goods,” providing a snapshot of historical business promotions. “The Diverting History of John Gilpin” with drawings by R. Caldecott and pages from “Mother Goose’s Nursery Rhymes” notably add to this lot’s depth. Also present: crafting pamphlets, such as “Gay Gadgets,” and “Gloves and Mittens,” showcasing period home and fashion trends. This collection unites elements of mid-century nostalgia, children’s literature, and American advertising history, ideal for collectors and researchers.