Sprads Collection

Mild Bill Hickok

A descendant of the Old West's famous Wild Bill Hickok, Mild Bill is more the happy hippie type.

Goodloe Price

If you're in the market for a bargain on excellent edibles, this fellow can help you out.

Junior Reeder: Special Guide 70th Anniversary Thumbuddy

Junior is the younger brother of Thumbuddy Ima Reeder. When they got copies of the first Junior Guide, as it was called in 1953, they thought the magazine was "peachy keen"!

Bob O’Link

Bob is always on the lookout for birds! His fascination with this part of God's creation began when he was Guide age and never flew away!

Big Mean Eugene

So far, this huge bully has yet to outgrow his meanness. Maybe that's because he hasn't met Jesus.

Dayton Bachelor

He's not too handsome, but they say "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder." Or maybe he will steal the heart of an orthodontist who sees Dayton's potential.

Bob O’Link

Bob is always on the lookout for birds! His fascination with this part of God's creation began when he was Guide age and never flew away!

Chaplain Charlie

This pastor-turned-military chaplain shows soldiers how God can strengthen them in all circumstances.

Judge Prudence Law

A humorless but knowledgeable "legal eagle" who's always ready to hear the facts and rule fairly.

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