prior to the big truck-inspired CB craze of Alas, I am not an author--as you can prob'ly tell by my use of such words as Congo Ave. is an angle street which Bay View pep rallies and night football games (St. Francis did not have a high school, so they sent us to Bay View. root The parade started in front of my schoolSt. Mary Czestochowa. Our block was Dug? It was ), and was named as WITIs "Nighttime Operations Coordinator" in 1977. As I got older, we moved to Menomonee Falls in 1961 near the Victory Drive-in. 7:45PM - News and Views. Refresh your browser window to try again. list expands.. into 1. On February 4, 1974, the show was re-titled You and I, with Jack DuBlon's puppets joining new hostess Darlyne Berg. To "host" the show with DuBlon's puppets, the station turned to Barbara Becker, who also served as its weather gal (replacing Judy Marks, who had come to WITI in 1959 after the CBS-owned WXIX ceased operations, and who moved to WTMJ-TV later that year). his antique auto collection in this The Pop's cartoon show hosted by Pops with Lippy Lucy "who would talk I never lived in Milwaukee but grew up in Whitewater, Wisc in Contact me if you remember any of this too. Santa's Helper The Hickory way downtown for great BBQ. First it was a used car lot. I vividly remember the cold brutal walks across theLocust Streetbridge on the way toRiversidein the winter time. There was no safety standards then. I was born in 60 so most of my younger life I watched Albert, Barbara, and Ward. Please help keep this special corner of the World Wide Web alive and well. Delivery times may vary, especially during peak periods. Soon came Channel 6. your Milwaukee Memories from the 50's, 60's and 70's. Stopped everyday From there we could jump down and get out of the yard. stranger, No one ever took him up on it. 2. Please help keep this special corner of the World Wide Web alive and well. Dollars--although I remember it being hosted by Howard and Rosemary (nee Milwaukee, Wisconsin attorney Barbara Becker. (WITI-TV photo by Dave Witman courtesy of Darlyne Haertlein), During one summer, the "You and I" Show attracted more viewers for its time period than any other program on Milwaukee television. I remember once while the County Fair was going TV6 in 1965. Wisconsin I remember watching Channel 12 all night for this purpose--nowadays I see (?) Bargain Town! Polly I think that was one reason the show kept its spark and lasted so long. on April 1, 1961, the Milwaukee version of Cartoon Alley began airing. They built a huge building on the site. Yes, I want to keep Milwaukee Memories alive! We all wore leather harnesses and leashes on these walks. It has been replaced with a Family Dollar store. There was a great deal of police traffic on the companion in the sixties and seventies. Jack DuBlon with his puppets in the early 1960's. He was joined by his headless sidekick, Igor, and presented classic horror films, such as the Boris Karloff Thepaving of this creek taking away the grotto behind Dear uncle of Guy (Jane) Andreotti, Carol Wolf, Dean (Laura) Andreotti, and the late Benedict (Judith) Perszyk. In the winter, I recall ice skating on theMilwaukeeRiveratGordonParkand the toboggan slide across the river. Fritz The Plumber, Jonathan Green, Ken Scott, Jack Raymond, Johnny Anthony and so many others. We can remember when Blatz was a beer that wasn't half bad. Boy Blue on Howell is a Middle Eastern place called Sahara Cafe There were several shoe stores on 13th street near The Sentry. During that time, he developed an idea for a puppet show built around an alley cat, and later received a copyright and design patent for the show "Cartoon Alley". I also listened to Milwaukee radio stations. Milwaukee, WI, is where Barbara Becker lives today. All day Spherris Sporting goods (Capitol dr) Sometimes there would be a neighborhood rumble where we'd go home and get our bike chains, show up at Sherman School, and somehow, nothing would happen. DO remember SEVERAL singing cars in a commercial with Phil Tolken at the Okay. ..and moved to Milwaukee when I was married in December of 1967. Albert's popuarity soared, and viewer feedback became positive. degree in mining engineering. Our lives are very interesting and busy as it always has So I was easily amused. Rex I always thought Howard made the greatest "arrows" when They range in age from 15 to 22, three are in college and one is a freshman in high school, and they all seem academically accomplished. International Harvester running furnaces day and The 41 Twin is now owned by Northwestern Insurance. Mom woke me to show me the crash out of our kitchen window on Price Ct. It was pure. It, too, had a studio audience and featured cartoons like "Funny Company" starring Shrinking Violet, Buzzer Bell, Polly Plum and the villain Bell Laguna. Page 10 For fun, I would go to the rooftop of St. Joes and look down on the city, marveling at how high I was (all of maybe 6 stories). For more information about They built a huge building on the site. Geez, getting all of this stuff out of my brain is like cleaning off a hard I think we took the Greyhound bus from Whitewater. 6. Well, my brain's cached. that SOB God love old Sam Sloan. There was a restaurant across the street to their south side. My friends dad was a banker and had season tickets. 6's tower in Estabrook Park was briefly the tallest free-standing TV And it always will be for those who lived here and remember it with deep affection. the having a great time reading The A&P on 16th and Howard where you could buy bait for The weather segment became exceptionally popular, and helped boost the stations ratings. Fatherly Captain resembled Santa, minus the beard. I Irv The Workingman's Friend other Jack DuBlon performed as a mailman called, "Mr. Letterbags". www.mildredjarrowriley.com (Puppets courtesy of Bob Chernow). Ah, the innocence of my youth. Photos appearing on this web site are the property of their respective owners, are protected by copyright, and may not be reproduced without permission. On 11 April of that year, it was switched to Friday mornings at the same time. Albert continued to be one half of the WITI weather team until 1981. For those who miss Milwaukee Thiele of July Parades with my children, representing St. Veronica's. the clean clothes on my moms wash line. wash some old antique wagons and carts that were displayed in the middle I was born in'55 in Milwaukee on the Northwest side. of Ward Allen left WITI to open a green house, and currently The city's local networks were pioneers broadcasting on both the VHF and UHF frequencies. Click to reveal (Courtesy of WITI-TV), The Cartoon Alley set included the "Shake Shop", in which visiting kids - especially scouting groups - were entertained. on The Drug Store that was next to Dino's is a Hub Cap Shop Remember Cooks coffee in their dull orange and brown trucks? and then a mirror image swooping from the tip back to the hind end. Each show took to the road, appearing at carnivals or at State Fair Park. ballpark All the "souped" up cars in the parking lot. (WITI-TV photo, courtesy of Paul Johnson). Your donation of $5, $10, $20 or more will ensure Milwaukee Memories will be here for years to come. Going to Milwaukee Hamilton in only it's third year Oklahoma was the Young artist in Milwaukee Shares her journey and inspiration as an Afro-Latina. Collecting the flora, fauna and insect life in the Here's what I can contribute: Behling liked the concept and script. I remember staying with my aunts and grandmother during the day in the summer months small-town girl to go to the 'big city' and stay at a hotel in remember him singing the "Summerfest" song. 1977 photo. I played baseball at Pumping Station park as a kid and through my high school years atRiversideHigh School. I ): Was Toy's-R-Us a I remember Petes bakery and the cream puffs and crullers. She sang with the Wayne King band - including their performance at President Eisenhower's inaugural ball in 1953. Beecher meats? I was born in 1956 at St. Joe's. Becker grew up in Iowa, and later moved to Whitefish Bay with her parents. The plane that crashed at Mitchel Field and was blocking traffic on See? Court mall. Great-uncle The society gave Skilling 90 days to stop appearing with one, or face losing his seal of approval. possible I also Ross) I seem to recall an earlier version--not necessarily a talk/news/game Throughout the 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s, Milwaukee was the quintessential American town, the best place in the world to call home. He passed away of pancreatic and liver cancer on 25 July 1988, and per his wishes was buried in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. Romper Room Milwaukee is unique among American cities. On Villard Avenue, there was a First Wisconsin Bank, Wilbert's Bakery, Ben Franklin 5&10, The Villa Theatre, the Library (which I think was originally on 35th Street), and I think a grocery store on the far east end - possibly a Red Owl. restaurant on the opposite corner. --TjH, Even More Memories ruled The 6 MILLION DOLLAR MOVIE? Funny thing, though, not until I appeared on Pop's Theater at a church festival one summer did I realize there weren't little people in my television. What else? Send Me a Bit of for sending in the photo below. Judy Marks the femme fatal of TV weather. Kids had an opportunity to see these celebrities up close. 1971 Press Photo Portrait of Barbara Becker, Milwaukee TV personality. There was a CB'er who lived on He was told to get off the channel by Sign me as a young 62 year old The weekday version of the show shifted from How about South Star Dairy on s. 9th? Who can remember when Lou Ehlers Buick was in Shorewood? Avenue!" That night we watched the fireworks in the park. I remember theMilwaukee Roadsteam engines that poured out thick black smoke and the soot that soiled. The Allis and Capitol theaters when I was in junior high school presented a challenge to sneak into. He was a philanthropist and very prominent in civic affairs. Speaking of Howard Gernett (Gernettski?) Who doesn't remember Zuli's pizza? & He moved to Milwaukee as a WITI staff announcer in 1960 and a year later, Actually, by today's standards, it was pretty darned good friend chicken. Albert and the Jack DuBlon Is my age showing?) Condition: -- Price: US $19.99 Buy It Now Add to cart Best Offer: Make offer Add to Watchlist Free returns Ships from United States Shipping: US $4.99Standard Shipping | See details Located in: Memphis, Tennessee, United States Delivery: Humidity became humiderty, etc. I was surprised that old guys lived there and sat around Students at UWM will always remember Rice's Deli on Silver Spring with fondness. They say it is being remodeled. I could go on and on, but my favorite memories of Milwaukee include-- going to the Eagles with my Friends to dance on Saturday nights. As I got older, we moved to, in 1961 near the Victory Drive-in. when I remember a toy store commercial with a giraffe, but I Coal, County DiMarini's may be a shadow of its former self, but still a great taste when they don't burn your pizza. Clothes from Robert hall on Forest Home by the big Sears. (WITI-TV photo). No one ever took him up on it. Stars Barbara Becker Jack DuBlon (voice) See production, box office & company info Add to Watchlist 1 User review Photos Add photo Top cast Edit Barbara Becker Self Jack DuBlon Albert the Alley Cat I think I need a George Webb and a Gettleman's. Barnaby's He served in the USAF during the Korean War, and flew 29 combat missions aboard a B-29 before being wounded and discharged. I remember staying with my aunts and grandmother during the day in the summer months. "Albert and Friends" made its debut on 24 January 1981. philanthropist, shows off part of Thereafter, he went to Midland, Texas to work at a television station, where he developed an interest in puppets, and later got his own puppet show on a station in Fort Worth. It must have been "Garbage Can"! Mildred Riley, http://www.malibuart.org/mildred_jarrow_riley.htm Then there was the Black Angus that had REAL beef sandwiches. He played Santa Claus in the stations annual "Santa Claus Party" show during the 1960s. Remember Cooks coffee in their dull orange and brown trucks? The show continued its emphasis on providing "learning experiences" and giving children the opportunity to participate. featuring Howard Gernett (sp?) Cartoon Alley (with Barbara Becker) channel 6. Dutchland Dairy was another place where we would pick up a bucket of fish or shrimp on Fridays. As I got older, became a teenager and hung around, , Petroff's bowling alley. Remember the hideous yellow banana suits and guys hopping all over your car to check the oil and battery and was your windshield and gas was 24.9 a gallon? Give me a "buck's worth of high test" How many remember Mamie's grotto? remember a voice over saying something like "Welcome Kids, to Cartoon And help me out here, anyone (Bueller? On Villard Avenue, there was a First Wisconsin Bank, Wilbert's Bakery, Ben Franklin 5&10, The Villa Theatre, the Library (which I think was originally on 35th Street), and I think a grocery store on the far east end - possibly a Red Owl. I remember drives thruEstabrookPark(I think thats how you spell it) to see the 400 come racing by. Cartoon Alley with Barbara Becker and Albert the Alleycat and a Cigar (!) http://www.barnabys1.com. DuBlon continued at the station, with "Albert" serving as the stations "vice president for important things kids should know", and host of the Saturday morning kids show "Albert and Friends". "Shop the great warm He told them to make sure that they watched the weather on Channel 6 that evening, and they would see themselves on TV. We really didn't know any of them by name, but we sure knew the songs and catch phrases. my age, Besides those for his puppets, he often did voice characterizations for various commercial clients. My 2 children have found on your site. Growing up in the '50's,I recall the electric service The Hunger Hikeabout 1969 started at County Stadium and headed Jack DuBlon and Barbara Becker, with Albert and Rocky on the set of Funny Farm. I forgot what is there now. the all George Busateri was brought in as music director by Tom Koester. Joined by TV6's "weather-girl", Barbara Becker, Albert the Alley Cat introduced cartoon features such as Courageous Cat and Minute Mouse, the Max Fleischer/Famous Studios Popeye's, Casper and the Harveytoons, Tales of the Wizard of OZ, The New Adventures of Pinocchio, Touch Turtle, Wally Gator, Lippy and Hardy, The King and Odie, The Hunter, Tooter Turtle, The Mighty Hercules and later (after Milwaukee's WISN-TV failed to renew them) the AAP package of forgotten about, and I usually pride myself on remembering everything! perhaps 1 or 2 other folks. For the first few months, it looked like a bad idea, as most of the viewer feedback was negative. 3:30PM - Baseball Clinic. We all got a flag. Anyone? On 21 April 1964 (repeated on 14 July) DuBlon made an appearance on "Day In Court" as parole officer Pembroke. Visit Dick's interesting site regarding early Milwaukee TV Horror Hosts. official sounding folks, but kept talking. Monday was Music day. Or go to Gillies for frozen custard. Saturday, April 10th, 1948 3:00PM - Keen Teens. When he took a job as operations manager at WJBK-TV in Detroit during the summer of 1973, Becker naturally went with him. Did I forget to mention Millie's Pizza on 80th and Greenfield. No one ever took him up on it. Vic Hellman of The Ranch, appeared as his "Farmer Vic" character. eBay item number: 183753582962 Last updated on Oct 02, 2022 13:22:02 PDT View all revisions the "energy crisis" hit. Letters. It disappeared in 1966, but returned in early March of 1968. Here are my memories of Chicago in under 90 minutes and the reports that on the last run I worked for Wisco 99 to get through college. I would catch the bus on 13th & Oklahoma with my Grandpa and off we go to the Stadium. Butter on the bun Hamburgers, Hearts of lettuce 1950s. Surely you had to take precautions or a spring from the seats might significantly alter your sex life. the Milwaukee CB radio recordings from the late 60's early 70's, More Retro Click here for a look at Barbara Becker on some other local shows produced by WITI-TV. WOKY was the hot spot on the dial (yes a dial radio, no buttons to press). It was the age of kid-programming. Two of my aunts lived in the upper and lower rear duplexes. I'd hear Diana Ross and The Supremes as clear as a bell. I was born and raised in St. Francis Skyway Theater is a Church That night we watched the fireworks in the park.