In the December 2004 issue:  

   Down Memory Lane takes a look at Georgia-based D&P Amusements, a show that operated from the mid-1980s through the early 1990s.

   The 2004 North Carolina State Fair was a sea of change. A new midway provider, Reithoffer Shows, had over 100 rides on the midway; and there is a new area being developed for the midway. A list of who provided what, as well as a lot layout, is included with this overview of the fall event.

   It was the second year for Carnival Tyme Shows to play midway host at the Noble County Community Fair in Kendallville, Indiana. During its relatively short tenure, the show has formed a strong bond with the fair

   One of the hot topics for the outdoor amusement industry is the merger of three North American carnivals under one umbrella. According to a press release, North American Midway Entertainment will "become one of the premier operators of carnivals and …midways in the United States and Canada."

   It's all about animals in the Concessions section. Tiger Rattie and Rabbit Snider are two game agents that have been with Wade Shows during the 2004 season.

   Do You Remember offers reminisces on the King Amusement Company's trailer-mounted Parachute Ride.

   The History of Train Shows returns with the story of Rubin & Cherry Shows and some surprising bits of information about it.

   New York-based Fun City Shows and Helm & Sons out of California share the spotlight in Route Snapshots.

   The annual expanded section of the Modeler's Corner features, among a variety of articles, items that are traditional - Merry-Go-Round, Sky Diver and trains; contemporary- Gravity Storm, Drop Zone and Pharaoh's Fury; and the futuristic - the Crazy Wheel. Get ideas, get inspired, and get motivated to create a different aspect of the outdoor amusement industry.

   Manufacturer's Corner highlights Wisdom Industries' Silver Streak, a profitable family ride with new theming.

   Check out the want to sell, want to hire, and want to buy notices in the Classified Ads section

   Also included in this issue are regular features: Midway Talk and Direct From the Lots