Cairo, WV Hanlon’s machine had its problems but when it was working, it produced marbles at a faster rate than any other marble machine during that time. They made two, three, and four color swirls, clearies and solid color marbles. In 1950, a devastating flood severely damaged many areas of the town, including the Cairo Novelty Company. Hanlon tried to rebuild, but the destruction had taken its toll and he had to close his doors in 1952. Heaton, who had taken over the first factory that he and Hanlon had built, continued making marbles. Heaton Agate Company produced both swirls and cat’s eye marbles. Most swirls were two colors but rare three color swirls have been found and attributed to blending and changing between runs. In 1971, Heaton retired and sold the company to Clayton Bogard. Pic of Heaton Agate Company
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