Abstract: A vending device for dispensing newspapers or the like, said device comprising a coin acceptor mechanism, a master dog assembly operatively connected to the coin acceptor mechanism for coacting with dispensing shelves and including a pivotally mounted master dog which permits rapid reset upon reloading of the device, and a stop pin located at the end of the path of travel of the master dog assembly to prevent full return of the coin acceptor, such that further acceptance of coins is not possible after the last newspaper has been dispensed.