In the mid-20th century, gumball machines were a common sight in many establishments, defined by their iconic red and chrome design with a glass dome filled with colorful gumballs.

Who was responsible for stocking these machines? Where did the gumballs originate? And when was the last time you purchased a gumball from a machine, or even saw one?

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