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Atlanta, Illinois: Hot Dog Muffler Man

An iconic figure from mid-20th century Cicero, Illinois, the Hot Dog Muffler Man has stood along Route 66 in Atlanta since 2003.

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Atlanta, Illinois considers home for Hot Dog Muffler Man

The mayor and town council of the town of Atlanta, IL, are debating the virtues of acquiring Cicero's Hot Dog Muffler Man as the centerpiece of a Route 66 park. As reported earlier by Roadsideamerica.com, the Bunyon's hot dog establishment was sold in January, leaving the fate of the unique Bunyan holding a wiener uncertain....

[03/30/2003] Complete News Story

Bunyon's closes - Hot Dog Muffler Man for sale

Elise Star, daughter of Bunyon's owner Hamlet Stephens, recently informed us the restaurant is being sold, and the famous Hot Dog Muffler Man will be evicted, or at least sold separately.

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[10/27/2002] Complete News Story

Hot Dog Muffler Man

The Bunyon Giant

Address:
112 SW Arch St., Atlanta, IL
Directions:
I-55 exit 140. Drive west into town. At the stop sign turn right onto SW Arch St. You'll soon see the Hot Dog Muffler Man on the left.
RA Rates:
Major Fun
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