I just got a western flyer bike... want some background information? I went to the Salvation Army today to find an old Western Flyer bike for $20. Being the college student I am, I couldn't resist such a deal. So far my roommate and I are getting it fixed up and it's in good condition. 

I was wondering if I could get an actual age for it, and what the initial cost may have been back in the day.

Bike specs: 


10 speed mens bike
26in tires
Drop handlebars
The shifters say "Shimano 333" 
The rear derailleur is a 1967 Black Lark, and says "Shimano Lark." 


Anyone have any information on this bike, or know where I can get more?
If you email photos to the National Bicycle History Archive of America (oldbike@aol.com) and ask nicely, they may be able to identify the vintage of your bike, provide original pricing and possibly even a current appraisal.  They have a large collection of of old catalogs and claim to have identified over 1 million bicycles since 1977.

Before sending them a note, please read their Frequently Asked Questions to improve the chances they'll be able and willing to identify your bike. 

If you do get a positive ID, please update your question to let us know what it is.  Good luck!