The Wonderful World of Evergleam

I haven't posted for quite a while (long story, perhaps for another time) so I hope you're all still out there reading.  For my part, I will say it's good to be back.

Several years back, celebrated local art photographers, Julie Lindemann and Johnie Shimon, published Season's Gleamings, known locally as "the little pink book".  Their fascination with the Evergleam trees culminated with a stunning collection of tree portraits.

Now, Theron Georges, a Texas pilot, has given us a compliment to that book.  The Wonderful World of Evergleam features full color photos, along with a myriad of well researched information on everything from production specs to advertising.  He even includes tips on how to spot a phony evergleam.

Did you know....

Instructions for Assembly of Stainless Aluminum Christmas Tress cautions: DO NOT DECORATE THE TREE WITH 

STRINGS OF LIGHTS.  

THE HANGING CORDS MARS ITS BEAUTY...

The branches should always be handled by the stem end only and the tree should be stored "meticulously"

The trees were manufactured from 1959-1971 - 12 years

The holiday favorite "A Charlie Brown Christmas" is blamed by some for the demise of the aluminum tree

Trees had individual styles and names.  For example "Blue Frost" bears a resemblance to the ermine spot pattern seen in age-old royalty portraiture

And...did you know there was an unofficial song written by several of the line-workers.  You can sing along to the tune of "Glow Little Glow Worm".

This book is packed with facts, photos and memories.  So, how does a guy from Texas come to write about something so unique to Manitowoc?  You'll have to read the book to find out.

Shameless plug...these will go fast so message me on FaceBook or call to reserve a copy (682.7040).  Only $29.95 for this beautiful,keepsake book, in a protective slipcover.