Part 1
1. The rhinestoned legend Ruphina praises God that she’s been called down!
2. Item Up for Bids–Ruphina’s method of guessing the price the carpet is classic! Bob’s getting the headaches again!
3. Hi-Lo–Ruphina’s proves that she’s the most famous Hi-Lo player in TPIR history!
**This is a complete April 1975 episode featuring one of the most memorable contestant in game show history…Ruphina! From her strategic guessing the carpet’s price to her daring play at the very rare “Do-It-Yourself” showcase makes her a legend!**
Duration : 0:7:8
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But the bonus was …
But the bonus was only $100 in 1977, I went upto $500 in 1996.
I buy it when I can …
I buy it when I can find it. In addition to his blue and red cream soda’s.
3:13-3:15 – DANNY …
3:13-3:15 – DANNY BEVERLY MICHAEL!!
It looks like …
It looks like Ruphina caught the holy ghost when she was told to “Come on down”.
You know …
You know something’s gone crazy when Bob Barker can’t top the contestant ad-libbing. If ya can’t say nothing else good about him, he’s awesome at that.
Classic stuff! Thanks for sharing!
Dad’s Root Beer is …
Dad’s Root Beer is still sold in stores today, at least where I live.
The bonus actually …
The bonus actually came in April, 1977.
The bonus didn’t …
The bonus didn’t came around until 1978.
Did Ruphina get a …
Did Ruphina get a bonus? I know nowadays if you get the price right on the nose, you get a $500 bonus.
I love Ruphina’s …
I love Ruphina’s personality! I also like that game carpet.
Dads Root Beer! Who …
Dads Root Beer! Who remembers it?
Airdate is…well, …
Airdate is…well, beaten to it. But he’s right – it *is* May 13, 1975.
Notably, the opening logo has changed to its familiar “yellow dollar-sign/Price” by this episode.
The actual airdate …
The actual airdate for this episode is Tuesday 5/13/75.