Reddy in Akron, Ohio?
A writer from the Akron Beacon Journal wonders:
…does anyone know what happened to the giant light display of Reddy Kilowatt, the cartoon character that decorated the Ohio Edison building for decades in downtown Akron?
All about Reddy Kilowatt (sightings, history, memorabilia, items for sale and more)
Dude, I sadly saw the ones in Springdale, PA dissapear only like five years ago. I used to look up and go… there’s my dad!
I vividly remember the reddy kilowatt sign adorning the ohio edison building and have been searching for a photo of it to no avail. I remember his arm moved and flashed but at the time I was pretty little and haven’t lived in Akron for about 40 years. I’d sure like to find a picture of it.
Sad to say not so far. My father worked for Ohio Edison for over 30 years, he is in his 80’s now and very ill, I have been trying to find a picture or some memorabilia of this for sometime. PLEASE Please if anyone has anything at all that they are willing to share a picture of let me know. I remember as a kid going with mom to pick dad up from work every day, running up the Edison hill and excited to see that sign each time.
I also remember Reddy Kilowatt and his flashing arm. It was magic driving past it at night as a sleepy kid in my parents’ car. Would LOVE any information or photos!
There are some pictures posted on Facebook here:
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=436086512046&set=a.436083652046.238245.93203972046