237:, sharing it with the "Chicago Antiques Fair" which was already scheduled. Although makeshift, the fair was professionally handled, and although many exhibitors expressed concern, only three out of 104 dealers dropped out. At the same time, it was announced that Merchandise Mart Properties Inc. would buy the fair from Thomas Blackman Associates. A number of exhibitors said they were impressed at how well the fair turned out, and many preferred the new location.
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