John Sheets was born in Missouri in December 1876. He lived for a time in Weir City, Kansas before becoming a farm hand for Bud Parker, Cora Hubbard's second husband. In the 1900 census, he is in the custody of the Missouri State Penitentiary and is listed as single. No additional information has been located on him.
Barbie dolls are made of polyvinyl chloride, synthetic fiber, elastomer, PBT and water-based paint. The materials used to make a Barbie has changed since the first Barbie was created in 1959. As of 2014, the soft vinyl, elastomer, and PBT provide more flexibility and realistic movement to the modern day Barbie. In the past, Mattel used porcelain to create the expensive, collectorâs edition Barbie dolls.
In Barbie Doll History here have been numerous types of Barbies made since she was first introduced in 1959. With a rare exception here and there, Barbie's body hasn't changed much.Some may have more movable parts, but the size and shape remains the same.Her face however, is a different story.Vintage Barbies were made from 1959 to 1966. For more detail on each doll see this list of Vintage Barbie Dolls. Vintage Barbies made from 1967 to 1973 are considered to be Mod Barbies.er face however, is a different story. Vintage Barbies were made from 1959 to 1966. For more detail on each doll see this list of Vintage Barbie Dolls. Vintage Barbies made from 1967 to 1973 are considered to be Mod Barbies.