WTB: Victor Puzzle Records

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Thanks Bill

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fmblizz wrote: Sat Oct 05, 2024 5:54 pm wow,, thanks.

that's crazy,,, 3 songs per side.... I'm still puzzled about why they are referred to as puzzle records.....

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This Berliner “puzzle plate” was advertised as such in 1901 with an actual puzzle, and given away to those who could complete the puzzle.

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That's one cool puzzle. 8-) :coffee:

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That is a difficult puzzle record to find...
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I have the Victor Puzzle Record "What Will I Play Next?". If interested.
https://www.youtube.com/@TheElectrolaArchives
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