Taka Kola Soda Syrup Dispenser, Circa 1915

Pictured is a very colorful ceramic syrup dispenser from the Taka-Kola brand, circa 1915.  In the early 1900’s many soda companies produced Kola brands which were designed to compete against the more famous Cola, i.e. Coca-Cola.   Accordingly, advertising collectors today will find many brands of Kola’s which was commonly used in the early 1900’s on syrup dispensers.