Mills 1948 Hightop 777
The basic Mills "Hightop" by the end of the 1940's was the triple 7 "21," with reel symbols having watermelons and outlined "7" symbols over some of the fruits. Hitting three 7 symbols paid a special $10 in a nickel machine. This machine also has a "Mystery Payout?"
By making payouts more liberal the roadhouses and casinos running slots attracted more players. By 1950 the 7-7-7 became the 21 STANDARD, and a gleaming CHROME 21 model was added.
From the book “Slot Machines of Yesteryear, Mills of the Forties, Operator’s Companion, Herbert S. Mills
1949
the “21” Bell
The story of the “21” Bell! Mills “21” is actually six months old. In January, 1949 we built fifty and sent them to all parts of the country so that we could get a cross section check of their worth. we didn’t announce their existence to the trade because we wanted to be definitely sure that they would do the job right. Our tests proved phenomenal. we are pleased to offer Mills “21” Bell to you at this time. Be the first to operate “21” Bells.
What is the “21” Bell? It is a completely new innovation of payout awards. It is our answer for the need of a new award principle. It’s aBell with mystery payouts, has a double Jackpot possibility called 7-7-7 and three new ways of winning the Jackpot by the lineup of Bars - Melons and a combination of Bars and Melons. It’s the players’ dream Bell because its idea was created by one of the outstanding Bell operators in the country. mills “21” Bell is now ready for operators and clubs. Mills production is set up and they are rolling off the line in great numbers in 5c, 10c, and 25c play.
From a second page.......
“21” Bell
We are receiving daily - telegrams, letters, order blanks, phone calls - the country is wild about the “21” Bell! Not since the days of the old War Eagle has the operator been so enthused about a new Bell Machine. “21” Bell is a machine that was the brain child of a well known Bell operator. It wasn’t just a shot in the dark. It was the well thought out plan of an operator who made test after test under any and all conditions. It’s the most successful new Bell idea fostered in many years. It is providing a huge boon in operation. Order your “21” Bell now. It is a proven success; no trial is necessary. It will go to work for you immediately. “21” is the Bell of the year!
Bell-O-Matic Corporation
World’s Exclusive Distributor; Mills Bell Products - 4100 Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, Illinois.
Mills 1948 Hightop 777
The basic Mills "Hightop" by the end of the 1940's was the triple 7 "21," with reel symbols having watermelons and outlined "7" symbols over some of the fruits. Hitting three 7 symbols paid a special $10 in a nickel machine. This machine also has a "Mystery Payout?"
By making payouts more liberal the roadhouses and casinos running slots attracted more players. By 1950 the 7-7-7 became the 21 STANDARD, and a gleaming CHROME 21 model was added.
From the book “Slot Machines of Yesteryear, Mills of the Forties, Operator’s Companion, Herbert S. Mills
1949
the “21” Bell
The story of the “21” Bell! Mills “21” is actually six months old. In January, 1949 we built fifty and sent them to all parts of the country so that we could get a cross section check of their worth. we didn’t announce their existence to the trade because we wanted to be definitely sure that they would do the job right. Our tests proved phenomenal. we are pleased to offer Mills “21” Bell to you at this time. Be the first to operate “21” Bells.
What is the “21” Bell? It is a completely new innovation of payout awards. It is our answer for the need of a new award principle. It’s aBell with mystery payouts, has a double Jackpot possibility called 7-7-7 and three new ways of winning the Jackpot by the lineup of Bars - Melons and a combination of Bars and Melons. It’s the players’ dream Bell because its idea was created by one of the outstanding Bell operators in the country. mills “21” Bell is now ready for operators and clubs. Mills production is set up and they are rolling off the line in great numbers in 5c, 10c, and 25c play.
From a second page.......
“21” Bell
We are receiving daily - telegrams, letters, order blanks, phone calls - the country is wild about the “21” Bell! Not since the days of the old War Eagle has the operator been so enthused about a new Bell Machine. “21” Bell is a machine that was the brain child of a well known Bell operator. It wasn’t just a shot in the dark. It was the well thought out plan of an operator who made test after test under any and all conditions. It’s the most successful new Bell idea fostered in many years. It is providing a huge boon in operation. Order your “21” Bell now. It is a proven success; no trial is necessary. It will go to work for you immediately. “21” is the Bell of the year!
Bell-O-Matic Corporation
World’s Exclusive Distributor; Mills Bell Products - 4100 Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, Illinois.