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allanking.bsky.social @allanking.bsky.social · 8h

Bright emitters alert!

allanking.bsky.social @allanking.bsky.social · 8h

Lisle St. When I worked in the area in 1970 Lisle Street, together with Tottenham Court Road and Edgware Road, was a veritable Mecca for war surplus electronic goodies. From which could be constructed pirate Medium Wave radio transmitters. Or so I'm led to believe...

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allanking.bsky.social @allanking.bsky.social · 9h

Amazing. Even as far back as 1927 - almost a century ago - we were nostalgic for Christmases gone by.

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Old UK Christmas Catalogues @oldukcataloguesxm.bsky.social · 11h

#Christmas 1961: Men's Grooming and Baby and Nursery from Boots

(+Pure Badger Hair Brushes; High Quality Bristle Brushes; Gillette Adjustable Razor Set; Shaving Mirrors; Smart Gift Set; Nail Cleaner, File, Scissors and Bottle Opener; Comb, Nail Clippers and File; Comb and Nail File, and more)

This page of a Boots catalogue showcases gifts for men and baby/nursery items. Men's grooming products include shaving creams, aftershaves, and brushes, while the baby section features feeding sets, rattles, and electric blankets. The overall style suggests a 1950s or 1960s aesthetic.

(+Albany Aerofoam Lather
Albany After Shave Lotion
Albany Cologne for Men
Albany Shaving Bowl
Albany Shaving Cream
Albany Talc
Bo-Peep Pram Rattle
Brilliantine Cream
British Warm Hot Water Bottle
Chrome Backed Hair Brush and Comb Gift Pack
Comb and Nail File
Comb, Nail Clippers and File
Coronet Set
Dee Gee Baby Bottle Heater
Everest Hot Water Bottle
Five Bear Musicians Pram Rattle
Gauze Napkins Gift Pack
Gillette Adjustable Razor Set
High Quality Bristle Brushes
Lamb Teether in Gift Box
Layette Basket
Mandelle Hot Water Bottle
Mayfair Scale
Nail Cleaner, File, Scissors and Bottle Opener
Noddy Feeding Set
Old English Lavender Shaving Bowl
Old English Lavender Shaving Bowl with Matching Pure Bristle Shaving Brush
Old English Lavender Shaving Cream
Old English Lavender Shaving Stick and Pure Bristle Shaving Brush
Polythene Rattle with Handle
Polythene Rattle with Teething Ring
Pure Badger Hair Brushes
Quilted Plastic Bib
Shaving Mirrors
Sleepytime Electric Blanket
Smart Gift Set
Snug Hot Water Bottle
So Useful When Travelling Holdall
Spiralux Scale
Terry Napkins Gift Pack
Tudor Rose Feeding Set
Wood or Plastic Backed Nylon-Filled Hair Brush
and Zodiac Electric Blanket)

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Old UK Catalogues @oldukcatalogues.bsky.social · 1d

1965: Men's Footwear from Littlewoods

(+Après-ski boot; Attractive Continental design fashion boot; Continentally styled boot; Fashionable Chelsea boot; Fashionable gusset boot; Featherweight Chelsea unlined bootee; Anilined-leather stitched Chelsea boot; Chelsea boot, and more)

This page of a men's Autumn & Winter catalogue showcases a variety of footwear, including Chelsea boots, après-ski boots, and desert boots. The boots are shown against various backdrops, like brick walls and wooden planks, highlighting their styles and materials.

(+Anilined-leather stitched Chelsea boot
Après-ski boot
Attractive Continental design fashion boot
Chelsea boot
Continentally styled boot
Fashion for the young man-desert boot
Fashionable Chelsea boot
Fashionable gusset boot
Featherweight Chelsea unlined bootee
and The modern trend boot)

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Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 1d

Nov 1955: Pearl & Jewel Creations ad from Ciro

(+Jewels and Pearls)

«All that a gift should be»

An advertisement for jewel creations, showcasing pearl and jewel necklaces and bracelets. The advert promotes a unique offer where any jewel or pearl necklet can be exchanged or refunded within 14 days of purchase.

All that a gift should be

PRE-BUDGET PRICES
At Ciro's you can choose perfect gifts from a host of pearl and jewel creations in which nothing has been spared but the use of costly real gems. In quality & craftsmanship, in variety and perfection of design Ciro creations are outstanding and because of our unique offer you can choose without fear of disappointment. We are pledged to please.
CIRO'S UNIQUE OFFER
Any Ciro Jewel or Pearl Necklet will be taken back for exchange or refund on request within 14 days of purchase
Ciro Pearls & Jewels are obtainable in the British Isles only from the Ciro Pearl & Jewel Shops listed below and By Post.
LONDON : 48 Old Bond St. & 178 Regent St. W.I and at 61 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge
MANCHESTER : 14 St. Ann's Square,
GLASGOW : 95 Buchanan Street and Ciro Pearl & Jewel Shops on the premises of
Jenners EDINBURGH Robinson & Cleaver .... LIVERPOOL
Switzers.... DUBLIN Robinson & Cleaver.... BELFAST
Howells..... CARDIFF Robinson & Cleaver.... BOURNEMOUTH
Handleys SOUTHSEA Beatties..... WOLVERHAMPTON
Schofields.... LEEDS Bentalls.... KINGSTON-ON-THAMES
Browns... CHESTER Bainbridges. NEWCASTLE-ON-TYNE
Dingles PLYMOUTH Griffin & Spalding ... NOTTINGHAM
Thornton Varley Hull Brown Muffs ...... BRADFORD
Brights .... BRISTOL Cockaynes....... SHEFFIELD
To CIRO, 48.Old Bond St. London. W.I
Please send your Catalogue to :-
MR. MRS. MISS
BLOCK CAPITALS PLEASE
41 x 11

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Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 1d

Dec 1954: Beer ad from Double Diamond

«Make this a DOUBLE DIAMOND Christmas !»

A vintage advertisement showing a man leaving an "Off Licence" store with Christmas supplies, while his dog and cat playfully interact with his purchases. The ad promotes the feeling of Christmas cheer brought by their product in the home.

Make this a DOUBLE DIAMOND Christmas !

What a Merry Christmas is in store for the home that has Double
Diamond on hand! This bright, big-hearted beer spreads goodwill by
the glassful, adds its own cheery touch to good food and good company.
That Christmas feeling comes quickly with a Double Diamond in the
house, and the festivities are soon off to a good start.
works wonders

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KringlesJingles @kringlesjingles.bsky.social · 3d

I saw a family friend give a vacuum cleaner to his wife for Christmas once years ago. It didn't go over well and you could cut the tension with a knife. It was returned the following week.

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allanking.bsky.social @allanking.bsky.social · 2d

Quite sinister.

Old UK Catalogues @oldukcatalogues.bsky.social · 3d

1937: Men's Outerwear from Littlewoods

(+Men's slip-on raincoat; Men's Gab. Raincoat; Single-breasted Gabardine raincoat; and D.B. Raincoat)

This page from a men's clothing catalogue showcases a selection of raincoats in various styles and prices. The raincoats are presented with illustrations and pricing information. Measurement charts are included to aid in ordering the correct size.

(+D.B. Raincoat
Men's Gab. Raincoat
Men's slip-on raincoat
and Single-breasted Gabardine raincoat)

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Old UK TV Listings Magazines @olduktvlistings.bsky.social · 3d

Vintage UK Radio Times, 14/10/1955 issue (page 52)

READ: https://genome.ch.bbc.co.uk/page/b739b61419d14f23842fb991a1585f0c?page=52

Advertisements showcase cleaning products, wool, greenhouses, electric shavers and RGD televisions and radios. A photograph and quote from David Nixon promoting Arvin electric shavers features, alongside the RGD VHF/FM radio reception.

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allanking.bsky.social @allanking.bsky.social · 2d

What a truly wonderful, eclectic selection good old Woolies stocked. Such a loss to the high street.

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 3d

Nov 1960: Electric Shaver ad from Woolworth

(+Artificial Christmas Trees; Sub-Machine Gun; 'Mini-Lite' Lighting Set; 'Vesta' Lighting Set; Dressed Doll; Jacko the Lovable Monkey!; 'Harlequin' Set-6 Tots in Stand; Brush Set; Escort' Men's toilet set; Gloves; Collar slippers, and more)

An advertisement for Woolworth's Christmas store. It features various gifts for Christmas, including Christmas decorations, toys, and beauty products.

Everybody's Christmas Store

PAGE 24 DAILY MIRROR, Tuesday, October 29, 1963
Christmas treats
for the children!
Buy your Christmas
decorations at Woolworth's!
Walk into Woolworth's for the biggest and
brightest, selection of seasonal novelties!
Party lighting!
Many other lighting sets
DECORATIVE CANDLES
Great variety
of shapes and
colours
For your Christmas party
GIVE GUESTS THE BEST! Serve drinks in matching
glasses from the
'Pall Mall' Suite
Other matching suites 1/6, 2/-, 2/6, 2/9 each glass
POUNDS less than many popular
makes - 12-months guarantee New
corrugated cutters and dimpled-foil
head 200-250v. AC Price includes
lead, plug, foil-protector, cleaning
ON SALE TO PERSONAL SHOPPERS
IN THE LARGER WOOLWORTH STORES AT
57/9! AVAILABLE BY POST DIRECT FROM
WOOLWORTH HOUSE AT 57/9 PLUS 1/6
POSTAGE! POST COUPON TODAY!
-CUT HERE-
To F. W. WOOLWORTH & CO. LTD., Dept. J.B.C.
WOOLWORTH HOUSE, MARYLEBONE ROAD,
LONDON, N.W.1.
Please send me one 'Arvin Electric Shaver
with 12-months guarantee. I enclose cheque/
postal order/money order for 59/3 (57/9 plus
Shopping at wOOLWORTH'S

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Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 3d

Dec 1932: Atora Beef Suet ad from Hugon's

(+Christmas Pudding and Mincemeat)

«Here's the Best Home-made Xmas Fare»

This is a vintage advertisement for Atora beef suet. It features recipes for traditional Christmas dishes such as Christmas pudding and mincemeat, promoting Atora as a key ingredient for these festive foods.

Here's the Best Home-made Xmas Fare

Christmas Pudding.
1 lb. Shredded 'Atora.'
21b. Raisins. 11b. Sultanas. ½ lb. Candied
Peel. 34 lb. Sugar. 2 teaspoonsful Baking
Powder. 34 lb. Flour. 2 oz. Sweet Almonds.
1lb. Currants.
Rind and juice of 1 Lemon.
1 lb. Breadcrumbs. 1/2 Nutmeg. 1 eggspoonful
Salt. Milk - sufficient to make right con-
sistency. 4 pint Rum.
Clean currants, stone raisins, put all the dry
ingredients into
almonds, add eggs well beaten, grated rind of
lemon, and the juice strained. Mix all thoroughly,
put into greased pudding basins,
cover with greased paper, and
steam 6 hours. Sufficient for
4 puddings.
saves time and labour and
removes uncertainty. Your
puddings and mince pies
will be dainty, delicious,
and digestible.
Dincemeat.
11b. Shredded Atora.' 1lb. Currants.
1 lb. chopped Apples. 1lb Brown Sugar.
1 lb. chopped Raisins, 4 lb. Citron Peel.
4 lb. Candied Orange Peel. 1 Lemon.
34 lb. Candied Lemon Peel. 2 oz. Sweet
Almonds, blanched and chopped.
Nutmeg, grated. ½ teaspoonful Salt.
11b. chopped Sultanas.
4 pint of Brandy or Whisky.
Dry the sultanas and currants after
washing, mix all dry ingredients together
after chopping. Lastly, add the grated
rind and strained juice of lemon and the
brandy or whisky. Mix all thoroughly.

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Old UK Catalogues @oldukcatalogues.bsky.social · 2d

Advert Lucky Dip: Oct 1958: Bicycles ad from Norman (more at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social)

(+The Beaver Cub and The 2P Tricycle)

«You can be sure of NORMAN»

A vintage advertisement for children's bicycles, showcasing models for boys and girls. The image includes a cartoon mascot with a Viking helmet and assurances about safety and durability. The advert also includes the cost of each of the bicycles.

You can be sure of NORMAN

Safety first, last, and always.
Parents can't be too careful
when choosing children's
bicycles. They must be
strong, sturdy and resilient
-capable of standing up to
any kind of rough riding.
NORMAN make such
bicycles-you can be sure of
them.
There are Norman
bicycles for all the family.
Writefor illustrated catalogue
The 2P Tricycle
16" frame. Spra-granodized finish
and enamelled (Flamboyant
Burgundy or Kingfisher Blue,
lined Gold). Price incl. P.T.
£11.1.6.
Boot & Telescopic handle available.
The Beaver Cub
Boys and Girls Junior models.
16" frame, 20° wheels. Spra-granodized
finish and enamelled (Flamboyant
Burgundy or Kingfisher Blue, lined Gold).
Price incl. P.Τ. £13.6.3.
AVAILABLE ON THE
EASIEST OF PAYMENT TERMS
A COMPANY OF THE CYCLE DIVISION
NORMAN CYCLES LIMITED, ASHFORD, KENT, ENGLAND

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allanking.bsky.social @allanking.bsky.social · 2d

If the Khedive of Egypt buys them they must be good! Well done Kheddy old chap! Mind you, I can think of one or two more exciting Christmas presents...

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 2d

Dec 1893: Hand Fire Engine Set ad from Merryweather

(+Hand Fire Pump; Leather Fire Buckets; and Wood Stand)

«MERRYWEATHER CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. WHAT BETTER XMAS. PRESENT THAN A MERRYWEATHER HAND FIRE-ENGINE?»

A vintage advertisement promoting fire safety equipment. It features a hand fire engine with accessories, emphasizing its suitability as a Christmas present and highlighting its use by royalty. The ad details the components of the set and mentions a pamphlet on water supply to mansions.

MERRYWEATHER CHRISTMAS PRESENTS. WHAT BETTER XMAS. PRESENT THAN A MERRYWEATHER HAND FIRE-ENGINE?

As supplied to
H.M. the Queen.
H.R.H. the Prince of Wales.
The Duke of Fife.
Duke of Marlborough.
Marquis of Breadalbane.
As supplied to
The King of Greece.
The Khedive of Egypt.
The Queen of Holland.
Sultan of Johore.
Maharajah of Scindia.
The “CORNER” HAND FIRE-ENGINE SET:—
I Merryweather "London Brigade" Hand Fire Pump, in handsome pail,
with brass handle, cover, length of hose and jet.
3 Best Leather Fire Buckets, painted and varnished.
I Polished Wood Stand for Corner of Staircase or Hall. Complete, £10 10.
Write for practical pamphlet, "WATER SUPPLY TO MANSIONS."
63, LONG ACRE, W.C., & CREENWICH ROAD, S.E., LONDON,

allanking.bsky.social @allanking.bsky.social · 2d

They look so comfy!

Old UK Catalogues @oldukcatalogues.bsky.social · 2d

1937: Living Room Furniture from Littlewoods

(+Leathercloth Settee FWA18; Settee FWA13; Leathercloth Chair FWA43; and Chair)

This page showcases a three-piece living room suite and individual pieces, including a settee, chairs, and a complete suite option. The furniture is described as luxurious and comfortable, using high-quality leathercloth and hardwood.

(+Chair
Leathercloth Chair FWA43
Leathercloth Settee FWA18
and Settee FWA13)

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Old UK Catalogues @oldukcatalogues.bsky.social · 2d

1963: American Motor Cars and Continental Motor Cars from Corgi

(+Chevrolet Impala; Chevrolet State Patrol Car; Plymouth Sports Suburban; Studebaker Golden Hawk; Ford Thunderbird Open Sports; Ford Thunderbird; Chevrolet Corvair; Chevrolet Yellow Cab; Citroen Safari ID19, and more)

This is a page from a Corgi Toys catalogue showcasing their model cars. It's divided into American and Continental motor car sections, with each model listed along with its size. The page features illustrations of each toy car.

(+Chevrolet Corvair
Chevrolet Impala
Chevrolet State Patrol Car
Chevrolet Yellow Cab
Citroen D.S.19
Citroen Safari ID19
Fiat 1800
Fiat 2100
Ford Thunderbird
Ford Thunderbird Open Sports
Mercedes Benz 220 SE Coupé
Oldsmobile Super 88
Plymouth Sports Suburban
Renault Floride
Studebaker Golden Hawk
and Volvo)

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allanking.bsky.social @allanking.bsky.social · 2d

In the 1950s we always had Eat Me dates at Christmas. Identical box & layout. About 10% of the dates were smooth and lovely, the rest were hard and horrible. Now we get Medjool and - even better - Zamli dates all year. Some progress is good after all!

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Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 2d

Dec 1955: Rolo ad from Mackintosh's

«Don't go without Rolo!»

This black and white advertisement shows a group of people carrying Christmas presents, with Rolo candies in their pockets. The advert encourages shoppers to purchase Rolo as a snack during shopping trips.

Don't go without Rolo!

All day shopping and feel like dropping?
That's the time for ROLO! For those out-and-about times,
missed-your-meal times, go for ROLO! Enjoy the two-in-one flavour
of soft, smooth toffee in milk chocolate cups
-in the perfect pocket pack.
Soft, smooth toffee
in milk chocolate cups
No one ever says 'No' to Mackintosh's

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Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 2d

Dec 1926: Christmas Gifts ad from Boots

(+Solid Silver Hallmarked Tea Spoons; Electro-plated Tea Pot; Electro-plated Egg Cruet; Sterling Silver Candlestick; Glass Pickle Jar; Electro-plated Jam or Honey Pot; Electro-plated Cake Basket; Electro-plated Sugar Bowl and Sifter Spoon, and more)

An advertisement for gifts including electro-plated tea sets, pickle jars, egg cruets, cake baskets, flower vases, Christmas cards, stationery, and diaries. Various items are offered at competitive prices for the holiday season.

GIFTS BETTER VALUE THAN EVER

BUY your Christmas Gifts from Poo's Gift Department where endless variety makes choosing easy and sure. In every department, you will find a constant standard of good quality and moderate prices. Shop early-shop at Boots-and ensure 'better value than ever.'
151. Case containing six electro-plated Tea Spoons, with Sugar Tongs. By post 6d. extra. Without Sugar Tongs, 4/6
35146. Glass Pickle Jar with fork, in electro-plated stand. By post 6d. extra.
150. Electro-plated Tea Pot engraved with neat design. Full size (2 pints). By post 1/- extra.
P.1118. Electro-plated Flower Vase with pierced edge.
5" high 2/6
6" high 3/6
7" high 4/6
By post 6d. extra.
35371. Electro-plated Sugar Bowl and Sifter Spoon, complete with blue glass lining. Handsome pierced design. By post 6d. extra. Ditto, without handle
By post 6d. extra.
35335. Electro-plated Egg Cruet with four cups and spoons. By post 9d. extra.
XMAS STATIONERY. Our Stationery Department has a splendid assortment of Gift Boxes of Stationery, Table Decorations, Fountain Pens, Bridge and Cribbage Cabinets, Card Games, Playing Cards, etc., at very moderate prices.
BOOTS DIARIES FOR 1927 NOW ON SALE AT ALL BRANCHES.
P1126. Electro-plated Cake Basket on feet, 10½ in. long, oval shape, pierced design. By post 9d. extra.
BOOKS. A comprehensive selection of Gift Books and Annuals for Boys and Girls, and Toy Books for 'little folk' can be obtained from our Book Department. In addition there is a wide range of fiction and presentation volumes to suit all requirements.
L7038. Case containing six solid silver hall marked Tea Spoons in plain or fancy styles. By post 6d. extra.
XMAS CARDS AND CALENDARS. Our selection of loose cards, boxed cards, Christmas Booklets and...

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Old UK Catalogues @oldukcatalogues.bsky.social · 4d

Advert Lucky Dip: Oct 1931: 1932 Standard 'Little Nine' Car ad from Standard Motor Co. (more at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social)

«THE 1932
STANDARD
“LITTLE NINE”»

An advertisement for the 1932 Standard 'Little Nine' Car which is British made, luxuriously finished and lavishly equipped. The car seats four people in comfort, reaches a speed of 56 mph, travels over 40 miles on a gallon of petrol. It comes with a 3-speed gearbox, Stanlite roof, Duo Servo brakes and Dunlop tires.

THE 1932
STANDARD
“LITTLE NINE”

A car is made .... to seat four grown-up people in roomy comfort....
to give a comfortable maximum speed of 56 miles an hour ... to hold
the road with the steadiness of much larger cars.... to run for over 40
miles on a single gallon of petrol.
A car is made .... all British, constructed of the finest materials....
powerful, yet light enough to reduce running costs to a minimum, sturdy
enough to ensure the utmost reliability, small enough to be garaged easily
and cared for by the owner.
A car is made....luxuriously finished and lavishly equipped.... with
springing that is a positive revelation.... for £155 !

.
.
A three-speed gearbox with really silent second gear, sliding Stanlite roof, four wide doors,
Bendix Duo Servo brakes on all four wheels · Semi-elliptic springing, shock absorbers front
and rear · Rear petrol tank · Coachbuilt saloon, in attractive choice of colours, moulding
and finest quality leather cloth upholstery to match, complete with five wire wheels and Dunlop
tyres · Protectoglass screen, pile carpet, rear window blind, rear vision mirror, luggage
grid, shock absorber, screen wiper, speedometer, clock, oil pressure gauge, electric horn, licence
holder and full kit of tools, exterior bright fittings, except lamps, chromium plated.
£155 (ex works)
SEE THIS SENSATIONAL NEWCOMER
ON STAND 85
OLYMPIA
The Standard Motor Co. Ltd., Canley, Coventry
West End Showrooms :-The Car Mart, Ltd., 46-50, Park Lane, W.1
《

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allanking.bsky.social @allanking.bsky.social · 3d

And one is still available!

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Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 4d

Dec 1933: Bicycle ad from Raleigh

(+Dunlop Tyres; Brooks' Saddle; and Sturmey-Archer 3-Speed Gear)

«Two great minds
with a single Christmas Thought...»

A Christmas-themed advert showcases a father and son. The son wishes for a Raleigh bicycle, and the father plans to surprise him on Christmas Eve. The text highlights the bicycle's steel construction and chrome plating.

Two great minds
with a single Christmas Thought...

SON . . I WISH DAD WOULD GIVE ME A RALEIGH
FATHER. YES, I'LL GET HIM A RALEIGH LIKE MINE
Christmas!-another chance to make
the youngster happy. Don't tell him
yet. But get that Raleigh booked for
delivery late on Christmas Eve. Be up
as early as he is on Christmas Day.
Watch his eyes sparkle with joy. Hear
him shout, "A Raleigh! Oh Dad!"
He'll know how good you've been to get
him the best bicycle, the one that is
made entirely of steel, that has richer
enamel that can't chip, that has chro-
mium plating that's always bright.
"Good!" he'll say. "That's fine!"
and he'll be as happy as a sand-boy.
Fitted with Dunlop £4.12.6
Tyres, Brooks' Saddle
and the best of every- (or 12 monthly)
thing. Specify the payments)
Sturmey-Archer 3-speed of 9/3
20/- extra.
gear.
Send postcard for free copy of "The
Book of the Raleigh" and the name and
address of nearest dealer
THE RALEIGH CYCLE CO. LTD. NOTTINGHAM
DEPOTS AND AGENTS EVERYWHERE
Fit the Sturmey-Archer 3-speed gear-the gear that “makes cycling easy”

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Festive Vibes @festivevibes.bsky.social · 3d

Advert Lucky Dip: Dec 1939: New Berry Fruits ad from Meltis (more at @OldUKPrintAdsXmas.bsky.social)

(+Liqueur Gooseberry; Liqueur Raspberry; Liqueur Lemon; Liqueur Tangerine; Liqueur Pear; and Liqueur Grapefruit)

«One taste tells»

An advertisement for liqueur fruit sweets, perfect for Christmas or just for a treat. These candies make for an attractive and festive offering, with a refreshing flavor.

One taste tells

Give New Berry Fruits for Christmas but don't forget some for your own home. These deliciously different sweetmeats look so festive in a dish on the table or side-board. As for taste, why, the palate-refreshing flavour of their fruit liqueur centres makes them just the thing to hand round at odd moments, or between drinks at a party. Don't forget ... for others, for yourselves ... New Berry Fruits!
TRY THESE VARIETIES - Liqueur Gooseberry, Raspberry, Lemon, Tangerine, Pear, Grapefruit-sold separately or assorted, in boxes (2 lb. 5/8, 1 lb. 2/10, lb. 1/5) or loose (8d. per qtr.) at any good con-fectioner's.
Meltis Ltd., London and Bedford

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allanking.bsky.social @allanking.bsky.social · 3d

I wonder when it became unacceptable to buy "Mum" household goods for Christmas? And on her birthday. It seems the concept was still going strong in 1979!

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 3d

Nov 1979: Christmas Gifts ad from Woolworth

(+Imperial 2002 Typewriter; Fashion Handbags; Winfield Cabriole Stool/Work Basket; Clairol 3-way Hairsetter; Winfield D-Shaped Sewing Basket; 20 cm Saucepan with lid; 18 cm Saucepan; 16 cm Saucepan with lid; Tefal French Cookware, and more)

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Old UK Catalogues @oldukcatalogues.bsky.social · 5d

1958: Kitchen Scales and Household Appliances from Drivers Family Bargain Club

(+Salter Cookery Scale; Harper Domestic Scales and Weights; Salter Domestic Scale; Salter Domestic Balance; Domestic Scale; Domestic Scale and Weights; Hoover Steam or Dry Iron, and more)

This page is a catalogue spread showcasing Hoover appliances (steam iron, cylinder, and suction cleaners) and Salter/Harper kitchen scales. The layout is visually appealing, with colorful illustrations and product specifications. It aims to highlight the quality and features of each product.

(+Domestic Scale
Domestic Scale and Weights
Harper Domestic Scales and Weights
Hoover Cylinder Cleaner
Hoover Steam or Dry Iron
Salter Cookery Scale
Salter Domestic Balance
Salter Domestic Scale
and Whirlwind Non-Electric Suction Cleaner)

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