Curious about ‘Rocky Mountains’ booklet

Q: I have a booklet entitled “In the Rocky Mountains with the Indians, Bear and Wolf” by William H. Crane and published in 1913 by the Smith-Brooks Printing Company of Denver. It has more than 160 photos, and I am curious about it. — Betty, New Smyrna, Fla.

A: The Smith-Brooks publishing company specialized in custom printing and produced dozens of publications during the early years of the past century. Many featured various cities, sites and attractions of Colorado. These have become quite collectible, especially in the Rocky Mountain region. George Foott is a private collector who might be able to help you. His address is 120 West Park Ave., Salida, CO 81201.

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Q: I have a collection of more than 400 teapots. I would like to find a buyer for them but do not know how to go about it. — Lorraine, Ashby, Minn.

A: Tina Carter is the author of two books: “Teapots: A Collectors Guide” and “Collectible Teapots: A Reference and Price Guide.” She is an expert and might be able to give you helpful advice. Her addresses are 882 S. Mollison, El Cajon, CA 92020; and premus2@aol.com.

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Q: I have a Little Orphan Annie Ovaltine shakeup mug. I think it is probably from the 1930s. — A.B.K., Elbridge, N.Y.

A: There were several different mugs, colors and designs issued by Ovaltine during the 1930s and ‘40s. Without knowing which one you have, I simply can’t provide you with an accurate answer.

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Q: I have a small collection of carnival glass that I would like to have appraised. Can you help me? — Irene, Newport, Ore.

A: Two carnival glass experts are Helen Greguire, 216 Mountain View Road, Landrum, SC 29356; and Kitty Umbraco, P.O. Box 5331, Richmond, CA 94805.

When contacting dealers and experts mentioned in this column, it is always good manners to enclose a SASE as a courtesy. One of the better clubs is the International Carnival Glass Association, P.O. Box 306, Mentone, IN 46539.