Available exclusively at Halloween: 45 Years of Terror will be a new limited edition Michael Myers bobblehead produced by Royal Bobbles. This slick rendering of Michael Myers, next to the iconic Halloween pumpkin (which glows in the dark), sits above a 45 Years of Terror-tagged base. A perfect souvenir for attendees and fans of Halloween. The bobblehead was sold exclusively by the Halloween: 45 Years of Terror at the 2023 Pasadena Convention Center show.
Al Capone, born Alphonse Gabriel Capone, also known by the nickname “Scarface,” was a notorious American gangster and businessman who rose to fame during the Prohibition era in the 1920’s. Born on January 17, 1899 in Brooklyn to Italian immigrant parents, Capone was a bright student but struggled with the strict discipline of the Catholic school. After leaving school at age 14, Capone worked odd jobs before playing semi-professional baseball.
Capone began his criminal career in New York as a member of the Brooklyn Rippers and the Five Points Gang under the influence of his mentor, Johnny Torio. While working as a bartender, Capone was slashed three times across the face, thus earning the nickname “Scarface.” In 1919, Capone moved to Chicago to work for Torio as a bouncer. Capone served as Torio’s right-hand man in the organized crime business until Torio handed control of the organization to Capone upon his retirement in 1925.
At age 26, Capone became the boss of one of the most powerful criminal empires in the country. Capone’s empire was built on bootlegging, gambling, extortion, and he controlled much of the illegal activity in Chicago. Capone was known for his use of brutal enforcement tactics, with rivals often falling victim to violence. Despite his criminal activities, Capone was a media sensation and his antics were often covered in the press. He was known for a lavish lifestyle and his public philanthropy, often donating money to charitable causes and building hospitals in the city.
Capone’s criminal activities eventually caught up to him. He served time in Philadelphia’s Eastern State Penitentiary for carrying a concealed weapon. Upon his release, the FBI labeled him “Public Enemy Number One.” Based on his luxurious lifestyle and spending habits, and his inability to prove his income, Capone was indicted by a federal grand jury for tax evasion. Found guilty at trial in 1931, he was sentenced to 11 years in a federal prison. Capone served his sentence at Atlanta U.S. Penitentiary and later at Alcatraz before being released in 1939 due to poor health. After his release from prison, Capone retired to his Florida mansion where he lived until the age of 48.
Capone and his wife, Mae Josephine Coughlin, were married in 1918. Together, they had one son, Albert Francis
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Woodrow Wilson, legal name Thomas Woodrow Wilson, was the 28th President of the United States. Born in Virginia on December 28, 1856, the majority of his youth was spent in Augusta, Georgia, before moving to Columbia, South Carolina during his teenage years.
After graduating from Princeton University, known then as the College of New Jersey, Wilson earned a Ph.D. in History of Government from Johns Hopkins University. He returned to Princeton in 1890 as a professor before being named President of the university in 1902. In 1910, Wilson was elected Governor of New Jersey, earning him the nickname “The Schoolmaster in Politics.” Within two years, he entered the race for the presidency in the election of 1912.
After securing the Democratic nomination, Wilson defeated incumbent William H. Taft, and third-party candidate, Theodore Roosevelt, to win the election of 1912. Wilson’s policy initiatives included reducing tariffs, implementation of a federal income tax, and passage of the Federal Reserve Act. As World War I raged on in Europe, Wilson maintained a policy of neutrality, using the slogan, “He Kept Us Out of War,” during his successful reelection campaign in 1916.
Germany’s policy of unlimited submarine warfare prompted Wilson to ask Congress to declare war in order “to make the world safe for democracy” on April 2, 1917. Wilson’s “Fourteen Points,” outlined to Congress in 1918, explained the guidelines for peace negotiations and rebuilding after the war. US involvement in World War I helped turn the tide toward victory for the Allied Powers, and Wilson was heavily involved in the peace negotiations, particularly for the establishment of the League of Nations. His efforts earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 1919.
Wilson’s first wife, Ellen, with whom he had three daughters (Margaret, Jessie, and Eleanor), passed away in 1914. On December 18, 1915, he became the third president to marry while in office when he wed Edith Bolling Galt, who played a significant role in Wilson’s presidency after his debilitating stroke.
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Step into the quirky, yet terrifying world of Killer Klowns from Outer Space with this Baby Killer Klown in Toilet Bobblehead. Inspired by the cult classic 1988 film, this unique collectible from Royal Bobbles captures the bizarre and chilling essence of the iconic character. Crafted from high-quality polyresin, this bobblehead features the Baby Killer Klown emerging menacingly from a toilet, showcasing his sinister grin and sharp teeth. The vibrant, eerie colors, and meticulously crafted features bring the terrifying baby Klown to life. Bring a touch of outlandish horror to your home or office with this beautifully crafted and delightfully disturbing bobblehead. It’s sure to be a conversation starter and a fan favorite for the horror fanatic in your life!
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