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THE FLOPPY SHOW
The Floppy Show, one of the most popular kid's shows in Iowa, was on the air
from 1957 to 1987. Floppy started out as a character on Pet Corner and was originally
called "Mr. Dog". The name was later changed to "Floppy" (because of his floppy ears)
when Duane and Floppy started the Cartoon Shop.
The most popular riddle was "What's the biggest pencil in the World?" and of course,
Floppy never could remember the answer even though he's heard the riddle a million times!!!
Floppy and Duane made over 200 appearences every year. You may remember them appearing at
Estes Park at the bandshell.
Duane Ellett died Monday afternoon on June 22, 1987 while jogging in Ankeny.
Polk county Medical Examiner Dr. R.C. Wooters said Ellett apparently died of
a heart attack.
Duane and Floppy are greatly missed!
Floppy can be found on exhibit at:
The Iowa State Historical Building
600 E. Locust St.
Des Moines, IA 50319
Phone (515) 281-5111
Sound File MP3 Floppy Show Opening 05-17-82
Sound File MP3 Floppy Show Closing 11-16-82
Sound File MP3 Floppytown Gazette
Click for Karen's First Floppy Site
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