Mills Electricity Is Life Shock Strength Tester

Shows heavy wear and paint loss. Does not work and might be missing some interior parts. No key. Displays fair and the case has the Mills decal. 10"x8.75". Fair overall condition.

Between 1900 and 1909, Mills Novelty Co. created the Electricity Is Life shock machine in response to the interest in using electricity to "Treat All Forms Of Muscular Ills." Also referring to electri

This floor model early "Electricity is Life" amusement machine, a precursor to the Mills version, operates on old English pennies. It is a very good looking machine. Top dial shows some wear with larg

In good original condition, 11"x 10"x 8", cast iron machine is in good condition, no breaks or missing parts, original paint is flaking.

A Mills Owl strength tester in restored condition, the "Show Your Strength", a floor pull-handle amusement machine manufactured by Mill Novelty Co., c. 1904. Top marquee features strongman picture in

By Detroit Medical Battery Co., this Horseshoe Shocker is in the original cast iron case with "Electricity Is Life" top sign and replica porcelain instruction plate. In working condition. Circa 1901.

This is a Mills Novelty Company strength tester called the Perfect Muscle Developer with an original dial and original indicator, as well as an original front sign and back door. The Mills owl casting

C. 1904, The Mills Novelty Co., Chicago Illinois. This floor model machine with large upper dial features a reverse on glass, foil effect panel that reads: "Electricity the silent physician treats all

This lung and grip strength tester with electricity includes a top sign that reads "Electric Medical Battery" and features a strong man graphic as well as a dial that reads "Grip Test - Ring Bell At 5

The composition of this strength tester is tiger stripe oak, partnered with cast iron components, painted red. Patron’s insert a coin and pull down the leather punching bag attachment as far as it w

Mills Novelty Co. made this fun strength tester around 1903. This great machine features a nice oak cabinet with recessed paneling and decorative casting and cast iron platform. The instruction tag re

Coin-operated shock machine, Electricity is Life, mfgd by Midland Mfg.-Chicago, wood case, 1 Cent play cures headaches & so much more, VG cond w/wear on lower instruction panel, 23"H.

” Electricity Cures Many Ills” marquis sits atop the Advance Machine Co., Chicago, Ill., 1916 electric strength tester for a penny, found at drug stores and arcade parlors [9” x 6.5” x 12”].

C. 1904. At the turn of the century, electricity shock therapy was believed to have therapeutic effects on health and wellness (hence the “Electricity is Life” marketing). The coin operate

Unique early MIlls Novelty Co. " Electricity Cures Many Ills" 1 Cent coin operated electric shock machine. Has pain tloss, dicoloration, and wear from use and age. Top marquee has been replaced. MIssi

This 1¢ strength and grip tester was mostly made by the Mills Novelty Company in Chicago. Oak constructed case with original strength test dial, two levers to develop arm strength and a front gri

This is an extraordinary example, a John Papa recreation of the classic strength tester with originals produced by The Caille Bros. in 1904. It features an astonishing tiger stripe oak cabinet standin

Figural cast iron body with rope emerging from the torso. This extremely rare floor model amusement machine measures a player's strength by tugging a rope. Players pull on the rope to make a devil fig

Exceptional finish on this wood cabinet that is embellished with ornate cast-iron details. Highly detailed marquee that reads "Lift - I'll Tell Your Strength". Bright colored original dial is tin lith

Exhibit Supply Co. started manufacturing these popular arcade strength testers in 1928. If you pull with more than 150 lbs of force, you will received a roar from a mechanical device. This machine is

*NO SHIPPING - TRANSPORT OR PICKUP ONLY* Hard to find, coin operated strength tester on original cast iron pole and base. Looks to be mostly complete with top marquee, front brass I.D. plate, inside m

Figure carved by Dick DeLong. Very limited amount produced. Old Mills high top slot machine. 80"h.

Bell Rings At 1000 Lbs. Can You Ring It? Patrons are put to the challenge by this 1904 strength tester, produced by the Caille Bros. Showing a very nice restoration, the exceptional housing features a

This arcade game in oak cabinet rests on a cast iron stand. Has an "Exhibit Supply of Chicago" decal on front. Includes keys. Condition (Excellent). Size 18" x 18" x 75-1/2"