American Girl (subsidiary of Mattel) makers of the historical 18" dolls, books and accessories is planning to phase-out and retire the Samantha Parkington doll and her entire collection. Samantha was one of the original first 3 historical dolls (along with Molly and Kirsten) to appear back in 1986. Tell the execs at Mattel to remain true to the spirit of Pleasant T. Rowland's original concept for these dolls and that they can't simply eliminate a beloved character that has been established for the last 22 years.