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May 16, 1989 Release # 89-039 Lionel Leisure, Inc. Recalling Snoopy Wind-Up Train Because Of Small Parts WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Snoopy Wind-Up Train toy is being recalled by Lionel Leisure, Inc., Philadelphia, PA. because the toy breaks apart on impact, creating small parts which could cause choking in young children.The recalled toy, Model No. 711, is a 12-inch-long red and white plastic wind-up train with decorative Snoopy figures. Neither the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission nor Lionel Leisure, Inc. is aware of any injuries associated with this product.Consumers should take the toy away from young children immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a refund or exchange.Consumers who have any questions about this recall should call Lionel Leisure directly at 215-671-3800
May 16, 1989 Release # 89-040 Christmas Stocking Decorative Bear Recalled As Choking Hazard WASHGTON D.C. -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jerry Elsner Company, Bronx, New York is recalling a Christmas stocking decorated with a teddy bear. Two small bells on the front of the stocking can easily come off and may be a choking hazard to young children.The stocking is 12 inches in length and made of red and white furry material. A brown stuffed teddy bear head wearing a red and white Santa hat is attached to the top of the stocking. On the front of the stocking thread to a green bow ribbon two metal bells are sewn with thread to a green bow ribbon.About 4,400 of the teddy bear Christmas stockings were sold during the last Christmas season at retail stores nationwide for approximately $12.00. Neither the Jerry Elsner Company nor the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is aware of any injuries associated with the product.Consumers should immediately take the stocking away from infants and return the product to the retailer where purchased for a full refund. Consumers may also contact Jerry Elsner Co. Inc., at 1-800-223-4119 for additional information.The U.S. Customs Service identified the hazardous Christmas stockings at the Port of Newark, New Jersey during "Operation Toyland," a joint surveillance program with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission