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Craigslist Curiosities: For Sale, the Brew That Turned Billy Carter Into a Teetotaler

One Craigslist poster is offering a six pack of Billy Beer, a 1970's relic which allegedly tasted so bad that it was shunned by its own spokesman, President Jimmy Carter's redneck younger brother.

Don't suppose it has improved with age.

You remember Billy Carter, right? The black sheep of President Carter's family? You know the one: The hard-drinking gas station owner known spout colorful quotes like "I got a red neck, white socks, and Blue Ribbon beer." So notorious was this professional yokel that he became the spokesman for a beer line, Billy Beer.

When it debuted in 1977, it sold wildly well based on his celebrity endorsement—at first. Unfortunately, the brew was "so noxious that not even Billy Carter would drink it," according to an article in Mental Floss about the beer and its enduring nostalgic appeal.

For those who would dare to try a 35-year-old beer of dubious quality, an Apple Valley Craigslister has a six pack of Billy Beer for $25. 

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What a hoot ! They are still full and have the plastic holder intact. They are in excellent condition.

Cash only, of course. Let me know how it works out.

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Western Electric Telephone - $90

I have a working Western Electric rotary telephone for sale. If you're interested in taking a look, please contact Jo @ 952-250-9627.

Thanks!

Ukelele Shredfest

Ukulele Fun Feb. 23rd. 

Are you an 'ukulele player tired of winter and want to get together with other ukulele players for some fun and instruction? Check this out.

Who: Beginner through better ukulele players who are adult or older teen

What: Classes, refreshments, door prizes, fun!

Where:  Apple Valley Community Center, 14603 Hayes Road in Apple Valley

When: Saturday, February 23, 2013, from 1 ‘til about 5 PM

How: This is hosted by a volunteer group of ukulele enthusiasts  

What’s the catch? It’s free-- you’ll have fun, learn something, and maybe win a door prize!What do you need? An ‘ukulele ready to go, a head and heart ready for fun, and if you’d like to perform a song for the group be ready for that “open mic” opportunity! Got A Question? email: ukuleleevent@gmail.com  

FREE Four-foot Doll House

Free Doll House-large and roomy-stands 58 inches tall, 39 inches wide, and 14 inches deep; has scenes on the walls; made out of wood; could use some reinforcement; does not come apart for hauling, so you will need a vehicle that it would fit in as is; no accessories; 

So. Many. Cichlids.

Hi- I have a tons of super red Rudy red cichlids! They are from size 2 inch to 2.5 inch !I will like to rehome them for cheap. $5 a piece' pick up only! If you are interested, you can contact me at 7632oo1283 here are some pics! Also a pix for their father!


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