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I want one of those night lights! :-)


I just watched the 4th episode last night and noticed in the sleeping quarters a night lamp that was on the bedside tables of each of the girls. At first I thought it was a night light, but on closer inspection it looks like a mini gas lamp. I'm wondering if it's possible to obtain such a night light in the same design, but electric or battery operated? I'd love to obtain one for my mom.

Here's a link to a picture of the lamp in question (although it's upside down probably due to compatibility issues). It was just after Pat Dooley confesses his love to Olive who then stays awake all night mulling over her feelings for him and she spots a photo of Alice and Harry next to the night light.

http://i59.tinypic.com/28kmwqv.jpg

If anyone can help in tracking down such a novelty item I'd be grateful! Cheers! :-)

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Hi

The nightlights were fueled by paraffin (kerosene) and were still common in the fifties. The base was weighted (with lead I think)in order for them to self right in the event they were knocked over. They were mostly used as nightlights for children.

I have seen them in junk/antique shops in Australia and the UK.

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Search Ebay using the words "kerosene lamp night light" and you will see lots of them! However, most are the new retro version using LED lights and batteries. They are quite attractive, though!

Amazon has them, too.

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