Pics: 2 bikes, 40s-50s?, I.D.? Info?
 

Hiya; friend of mine has these bikes. He's been asking me about them, but I have no idea whatsoever. He's curious about age and history and whatnot, wants me to help him get them rideable/partially restored.
Any information you may have is greatly appreciated. I'll tell you what I know.
Thanks,
Josh
http://images.vintagebmx.com/web_pages/Axlepeg/Don1.JPG
http://images.vintagebmx.com/web_pages/Axlepeg/Don2.JPG
http://images.vintagebmx.com/web_pages/Axlepeg/Don3.JPG

Firestone Cruiser, made in the USA. Bendix single speed coasterbrake. VIN tag on bottom bracket (last photo)

http://images.vintagebmx.com/web_pages/Axlepeg/Don4.JPG
http://images.vintagebmx.com/web_pages/Axlepeg/Don5.JPG

Seat says "Mesinger MFG Co", grips say "Trim Grips" and light says "(something) Hawk". New Departure Model D coasterbrake. No apparent seatclamp? Weird bottom bracket like I've never seen with what looks like F8 123 stamped on it. Front sprocket welded to cranks.

The First one is a Monark made for Firestone. The second one looks like a cheapie I've never seen before.

They both look rideable to me. Maybe their coaster hubs should be regreased.

Yep, the first is a Firestone built by Monark.The headlight on that one is worth a good deal however it looks like yours is missing the top.
The second is similar to some Colsons but I think it is a Stelber.