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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · Apr 15

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 3m

From America, Oct 1939: Super-Shell Gasoline ad from Shell

(+Shelllubri and Share-the-Road Club)

«TRAFFIC BONERS ARE ON THE WAY OUT - "Share the Road"and SUPER-SHELL both save on STOP-and-GO»

Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 1h

From Australia, Oct 1961: Canned Peaches or Pears ad from Australian Canned Fruit Sales Promotion Committee

(+Canned Peaches and Canned Pears)

«Like a cool, cool change for breakfast? Easy! Open a can of perfect pears or peaches»

An image advertising canned peaches and pears. It suggests having them for breakfast for a cool and easy start to the day. The image features bowls of peaches and pears.

Like a cool, cool change for breakfast? Easy! Open a can of perfect pears or peaches

BREAKFAST IS WELL WORTH GETTING UP FOR ... when you start with a can of fruit. Imagine! You serve orchard-fresh peaches and pears ... without any mess, any work! And just watch the family go for that fresh-up flavour and cool, cool goodness. Start the day refreshed - serve canned peaches or pears for breakfast.
FOR GOODNESS SAKE, EAT MORE CANNED FRUIT

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 2h

From India, Oct 1986: 7 Star Semiya ad from Seven Star Food Products

(+Idli; Vada; Pulav; Upma; Payasam; Bonda; Pakoda; Cutlet; and Chocolate Pudding)

«Taste of Taste! Types of Types!»

[ENGinALT]

A family enjoys a variety of dishes made with a versatile ingredient. The ingredient enhances the taste and nutritional value of dishes like idli, vada, pulav, payasam, and more. It's a traditional Indian ingredient made with Italian technology.
«Taste of Taste! Types of Types!

Cook and see!
In 7 Star Semiya
Idli, vada, pulav, upma, payasam
Distinctly tasty... sheer joy.

Soft like a flower, Idli, Crunchy vada, delicious pulav, sweet Payasam, and also bonda, upma, pakoda, cutlet, all chocolate pudding can be prepared using 7 Star Semiya. 7 Star Semiya adds more flavor to food types. Not just taste. Provides more nutrition too.
Enjoy cooking a variety of items with 'Star Semiya' today.
Excellent Semiya!
Indian tradition. Italian industrial skill.»

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 10h

From America, Oct 1944: Shell ads

«SHELL RESEARCH Sword of Today Plowshare of Tomorrow»

- An illustration of the U.S. Prototype Kilogram No. 20, a primary standard of weight in the United States. The advertisement details the importance of standards, comparing the precision of a kilogram to the critical standards required for aviation fuel production.
- A small Shell advert showcasing the Shell Research division.

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 11h

From America, Oct 1947: Electric Range ad from Hotpoint

(+Refrigerator; Dishwasher; Washer; Flatplate Ironer; and Water Heater)

«Everybody's Pointing to Hotpoint... America's Finest Electric Range!»

An advert showcasing Hotpoint's range of electric appliances, including ranges, refrigerators, dishwashers, and washers. The products are lauded for their postwar improvements, modern design, and time-saving features, highlighting their quality and innovation for the modern home.

Everybody's Pointing to Hotpoint... America's Finest Electric Range!

Eleven great postwar improvements in this beautifully styled modern range include
faster-starting, pan-hugging, lifetime Calrod* heating units, bigger oven and broiler, two-way thrift
cooker and accurate, automatic timer. Hotpoint, the leader, brings you the new things first!
EVERYTHING you've ever wanted in an electric
range-plus 11 important new advancements
-is brought to you in the new Hotpoint Auto-
matic Electric Range. Built by America's pioneer
range manufacturer, this brilliant new pace-setting,
postwar model gives better results and makes cook-
ing simpler and speedier than ever!
Outstanding among the new improvements are
the faster-starting, lifetime, pan-hugging Calrod*
heating units that bring food to the right cooking
temperature in seconds!
An entirely new and larger Sealed-Heat oven,
completely insulated, gives you more capacity,
greater economy. The heating unit, sealed below
the oven, gives better heat distribution-better
baking results! The Hotpoint oven is the cleanest
ever built! Hotpoint's new automatic Oven Timer
Clock saves you hours of watchful waiting.
Another Hotpoint feature is the dual-service
thrift-cooker unit, which increases surface capac-
ity 25%. It can be used for deep-well cooking-
or quickly, easily elevated for top-of-range use!
Before you buy any range, look at the world-
famous Hotpoint Automatic Electric Range. Com-
pare it point for point. You'll see why everybody's
pointing to Hotpoint-America's fastest growing
appliance line. All Hotpoint appliances-including
Hotpoint Dishwashers, Washers, Ironers, Dryers,
Home Freezers are the finest 43 years of experi-
ence can make...

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 12h

From America, Nov 1982: Cavalier Sedan ad from Chevrolet

(+Cavalier Wagon; Cavalier Coupe; Celebrity; Chevette; Camaro; Citation; Malibu; Monte Carlo; Caprice; and Corvette)

The advert for Chevrolet's USA-1 range features the Cavalier, a front-wheel-drive car with a high-compression, fuel-injected engine and a lower price. The ad highlights its advanced technology and determination to compete with imports. Also featured are other models in the USA-1 range.

THE NEW CHEVROLET CAVALIER. ITS NEW HIGH COMPRESSION FUEL-INJECTED ENGINE WILL MAKE IT GO QUICKER. SO WILL ITS NEW LOWER PRICE.

Chevrolet is utilizing advanced state-of-the-art front-wheel-drive technology in the new Cavalier. With its new high-torque, electronically fuel-injected 2.0 Liter engine and new lower price* it's going to give imports competition they haven't seen before. Cavalier's front-wheel-drive response and available new 5-speed transmission are designed to offer you a new level of driving pleasure. The new 2.0 Liter Cavalier. Powered by Chevrolet's determination to put Cavalier on top. And priced to keep it there. See and drive the new fuel-injected Cavalier Wagon. Coupe. or Sedan. From America's sales leader. With all that Cavalier offers today. if you haven't seen your Chevy dealer. you're not ready to buy.
Some Chevrolets are equipped with engines produced by other GM divisions, subsidiaries, or affiliated companies worldwide. See your dealer for details.
*Based on a comparison of Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices for 1982 and 1983 Cavalier models. Level of standard equipment may vary.
Front-wheel-drive Cavalier Sedan

Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 15h

From America, Nov 1972: Century Luxus Colonnade Hardtop ad from Buick

(+Century Colonnade Hardtop and Century Gran Sport Colonnade Hardtop)

«BUICK The solid feeling for '73.»

A vintage advertisement for the Buick Century series of cars, highlighting features such as AccuDrive, Computer-Selected Chassis Springs, and a ventilation system. The ad showcases different models against a desert backdrop, emphasizing style, performance, and value, with a price point under $3700.

BUICK The solid feeling for '73.

INTRODUCING
It's the steal of the Century.
We've taken big Buick features and put them in a new smaller size.
Some examples:
AccuDrive. Buick-built for stable handling even on bumpy roads.
Dual-Rate Body Mounts. To isolate car from road vibration.
For smooth, quiet ride.
Solenoid-Actuated Throttle Stop. For quick, sure engine shut-off.
Time-Modulated Choke. For quick starts in cold weather.
Air Injection Reactor. For emission control and smooth, smooth idling.
Balanced Braking System.
For confident straight-line stops.
Computer-Selected Chassis Springs. For superb ride and han- dling, based on weight of the car and equipment you order.
Padded instrument panel, padded head restraints, padded sun visors.
Inner fenders for added protection.
Double Panel Roof Construction or strength and quietness.
A Ventilation System that circulates outside air even when the car is standing still.
Nickel-Plated Engine Exhaust Valves. For long valve life with low-lead or no-lead fuels.
Bias-belted tires for improved traction and long life.
Century Colonnade Hardtop.
Century Gran Sport Colonnade Hardtop.
Century Luxus Colonnade Hardtop. Priced under $3700 Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price for the Century Luxus (foreground) includes vinyl top, whitewall tires and deluxe wheelcovers,
protective moldings, outside rear-view mirror, bumper protective strips and bumper guards, and dealer new vehicle preparation charge. Other
options, state and local taxes and destination charges are additional. The other models equipped as shown are also priced under $3700.
It's the steal of the Century.
We've taken big Buick features
and put them in a new smaller size....

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 16h

From Argentina, Nov 1946: Chronograph ad from Angelus

(+Clocks; Pendulum Clocks; and Alarm Clocks)

«“NAVEO” Everything in time and space...»

«Pendulum clocks and alarm clocks»

[ENGinALT]

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 19h

From America, Oct 1937: Cleaning Ensemble ad from Hoover

(+Model 25 Cleaner; One Fifty Cleaning Ensemble; 300 Cleaner; and Cleaning Tools)

«30th Anniversary Value ANOTHER NEW HOOVER CLEANING ENSEMBLE at a new low price»

This is a vintage advertisement showcasing a range of cleaning products. It features vacuum cleaners and cleaning tools, highlighting their modern design and features. The ad also includes a promotion offering the products at a low price.

30th Anniversary Value ANOTHER NEW HOOVER CLEANING ENSEMBLE at a new low price

Page 135
Last year Hoover startled the country with a totally
new conception of cleaning-the ensemble idea in
a lighter-weight, magnesium-built cleaner of ultra-
modern design. Now, on its 30th Anniversary,
Hoover introduces another Cleaning Ensemble-at
a new low price. A cleaner for both rugs and furnish-
ings-instantly convertible. Handy Cleaning Kit,
plug-in tools, visible rug adjustment, Dirt Finder
and exclusive Positive Agitation. Your leading store
has it. A Hoover man will call soon to
show it. New Hoover Model 25 Cleaner,
Cleaning Tools, $14.50.
$500
65%
Shift from rug to fur-
niture cleaning in a
jiffy. Just plug tool
connector in the slot in
the side of the cleaner
-without stopping
motor. Tools for every
cleaning need in
Handy Cleaning Kit.
Hoover One Fifty Cleaning Ensemble, Cleaner, $79.50. Cleaning Tools, $16.50.
Hoover "300," Cleaner, $49.75. Cleaning Tools, $14.50. You can buy a Hoover for a
small down payment and as little as $1.00 a week, payable monthly. Small carrying charge on easy terms.
for
30
years
Guaranteed to prolong the life of rugs. Sold
only by reliable local merchants
IT BEATS AS IT SWEEPS AS IT CLEANS

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 20h

From America, Oct 1958: Fruit Cough Drops ad from Smith Brothers

(+Assorted Fruit Cough Drops; Wild Cherry Cough Drops; Black Cough Drops; and Menthol Cough Drops)

«FRUIT COUGH DROPS FOR TANGY COUGH RELIEF!»

An advertisement for cough drops with assorted fruit flavors. The drops feature orange, lemon, and lime flavors, all in one box, and contain vitamin C. Available in a big 3-pack at your local supermarket.

FRUIT COUGH DROPS FOR TANGY COUGH RELIEF!

There's wonderful cough relief waiting for you in tangy new Smith Brothers Assorted Fruit Cough Drops. Each pack contains an assortment of refreshing lime, zesty lemon and flavorful orange cough drops, rich in vitamin C. They're a great "change of pace"... really the best-tasting way to treat your taste while you treat your cough. Get them today! Only 10¢. GET BIG 3-PACK AT YOUR FAVORITE SUPERMARKET OR NEIGHBORHOOD STORE AND SAVE!

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From Australia, Oct 1968: Whirlpool; Home Hints, and Reader Recipe Contest ads

«SULTANA CAKE WINS OUR $10 PRIZE»

- A vintage advertisement promotes a new range of washing machines built to commercial engineering standards. The advert highlights the appliance's multiple rinse system and new full-protection warranty.
- A collection of cooking and cleaning tips, submitted by readers, with a small monetary award for published entries.
- This recipe contest highlights a sultana cake recipe, which wins the first prize of $10. The image includes a recipe and description for the sultana cake as well as a consolation recipe for Lemon-Coconut Bread-and-Butter Pudding. The recipe contest also awards smaller prizes to other recipes.

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 1d

From Argentina, Oct 1975: Gift Sets ad from NuiBLANCH

(+Perfumes; Cologne; Body Powder; Deodorant; and Shampoo)

«It is a creation»

«October 19, Mother's Day»

[ENGinALT]

An ad showing various cosmetic and personal care products. The advertisement features a young girl playing with a doll, with the products displayed above, suggesting a connection between nurturing and feminine care.
«It is a creation

October 19, Mother's Day»

Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 1d

From America, Oct 1942: Dr. Grabow ads

«Only DR. GRABOW Pipes Are Pre-Smoked»

- An advertisement featuring a "pre-smoked" pipe, highlighting its smooth taste and mechanically broken-in design. It mentions a special edition "Tru-Grain" pipe with a unique sunburst grain and references a pipe-smoking machine. The ad encourages buying U.S. war bonds and stamps.
- An advertisement featuring a "pre-smoked" pipe that is mechanically broken-in using a machine that duplicates the puffing of an experienced smoker. The advertised pipe is also featured in Ripley's 'Believe It or Not'.
- An advertisement featuring a "pre-smoked" pipe.

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 1d

From America, Oct 1948: Coca-Cola ad

(+Coke)

«Pause to Refresh... Have a Coca-Cola»

A group of people is enjoying the refreshments available at a soda fountain. A cold cooler of bottled drinks is prominently on display. A carton of drinks are being sold for people to take home and prepare.

Pause to Refresh... Have a Coca-Cola

Lots of good ideas start at the soda fountain where friendly folks talk things over. They get so much satisfaction from the pause that refreshes with ice-cold Coca-Cola that many fountains now offer an added convenience. They have the handy 6-bottle carton of Coca-Cola... so welcome by all the family. Enjoy a refreshing pause with a frosty Coke and prepare for six more like it at home. Ask for it either way... both trade-marks mean the same thing.

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 1d

From Italy, Oct 1973: Amaro Petrus ad from Petrus Boonekamp

«The strong man drinks Petrus»

[ENGinALT]

A black and white advertisement featuring a rugged-looking man with a cigarette in his mouth alongside another person, accompanied by a bottle of the product. The copy emphasizes an active lifestyle, cultivated taste, and reliance on the product.
«The strong man drinks Petrus

Today's rhythm of life does not allow for drops in efficiency, or loss of form. The strong man, the active man, the man with an educated and mature taste, knows that he can count on Petrus, the famous Dutch amaro all over the world.»

Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 1d

From Australia, Oct 1964: Blouses ad from Woolworths

(+Overblouses and Tuck-ins)

«SENSATIONAL NEW BLOUSES»

A selection of women's blouses in various styles and materials, including satin-cottons and lace-embroidered batiste. The blouses are available in many colors and are suitable for work, sport, or the beach.

SENSATIONAL NEW BLOUSES

Whew! What a stunning range! Charming overblouses and smart tuck-ins in dramatic satin-cottons; pastel terylenes; sugar-white lace-embroidered and pin-tucked batiste. Scores to choose from. Work, sport, beach, play in them they're superb. Too many beaming colours to mention here come, see for yourself. SSW to OS. Quite incomparable under 27/6 elsewhere!
Illustrated patterns not necessarily available every store, but many others equally lovely
19'11 EACH
Money back cheerfully unless completely satisfied.
Variety Stores and Supermarkets.
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THE AUSTRALIAN WOMEN'S WEEKLY - October 14, 19

Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 1d

From America, Oct 1959: Console TV ad from RCA Victor

(+Bridgeport TV; Ashland TV; Winslow TV; Stereo Hi-Fi Victrola; Rio Transistor Radio; and 60 Years of Music America Loves Best Record)

«FESTIVAL of NEWSMAKING VALUES!»

This catalogue advertises a selection of RCA Victor products during their 'Festival of Newsmaking Values'. It includes a range of televisions, a stereo hi-fi with cabinet and records, a transistor radio outfit, and a compilation record album. Each product is promoted with savings and special offers, encouraging customers to buy now.

FESTIVAL of NEWSMAKING VALUES!

There's a storeful of values waiting for you at your RCA Victor dealer's. Like the six great values shown here, RCA Victor Newsmakers give you big "extras" in features, "extras" in dependability, "extras" in quality. Every Newsmaker value can save you money when you buy it-give you more pleasure when you use it. See for yourself. See the "Festival" values at your RCA Victor dealer's now. And hurry. Values like these won't last long!
Now, for what ordinary transistor radios cost, you can have the RCA Victor Rio with three big exclusives: non-breakable "IMPAC" case, "Golden Throat" tone and new "High-T" circuit. And your RCA Victor dealer gives you a carrying case, earphone, earphone case, and batteries all in a distinctive gift box-for just a handful of change more! It's a Newsmaking "Festival" Value!
With a big schedule of sports, "Spectaculars" and top shows there's no better time to own Color TV. And no better time to buy it than right now! Dealers are offering exciting values like this: The Winslow (210-CK-87). Its 21-inch tube (overall diameter) gives you a full 260 square inch picture color or black-and-white! See a demonstration. Be surprised at the special "Festival" low price!
You'd expect to pay over $300 for TV as fine as this. But your dealer will save you big money on this big Newsmaking "Festival" Value! This console TV swivels at a touch of a finger. Aims picture and sound right at your easychair. Has a 25% brighter picture, greater contrast, and an extended-range Duo-Cone speaker that can double as the second speaker unit for Stereo Hi-Fi. The RCA Victor Ashland (210-K-31), 262 square...

Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 1d

From Italy, Oct 1964: Shampoo ad from Dop

«She is a girl of today...»

«Her shampoo is DOP!»

[ENGinALT]

An advert for a beauty product. The advert features a young woman with styled hair and a white sweater, holding a bag. The product is showcased in a small square within the image.
«She is a girl of today...

Her shampoo is DOP!»

Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 1d

From Australia, Oct 1947: Complexion Milk ad from Yardley of London

(+Night Cream; Lipstick Refills; and Lipstick)

«Relax, pretty one...»

An advertisement showing a woman and a man relaxing on a beach or holiday location. The scene includes a waterskier and an umbrella for shade. The advert focuses on beauty products aimed at helping women look charming and radiant.

Relax, pretty one...

it's holiday time, and you have nothing in the world to do but laze and be your charming self... and maybe to choose from the hearts that lie at your feet. Homage will be yours wherever you go, for you have Yardley beauty-things and skill in using them. And what man can resist loveliness so subtle that it seems to have no need of art?

Complexion Milk, 6/4
Lipstick: Six shades, 5/8
Refills, 3/5
Night Cream, 6/4

Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 1d

From America, Oct 1958: Marsettes ad from Mars

(+Candy)

«Marsettes.»

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 2d

From Germany, Oct 1965: Elegance 23 Television ad from GRUNDIG

«Elegance 23»

[ENGinALT]

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From Australia, Oct 1952: Women's Shoes ad from Bedggood

(+Vivien; Sunny Tango; Sundale; Silhouette; and Saddler)

«Bedggood ARCHLOCK THE FRIENDLY FOOTWEAR»

This advertisement features a variety of women's shoes suitable for spring and summer, highlighting their quality craftsmanship and comfortable fit. Styles range from classic pumps to more casual loafers, available in multiple sizes.

Bedggood ARCHLOCK THE FRIENDLY FOOTWEAR

The gaiety and wonderment of Spring
is captured in new Bedggood models for now and summer.
Beautifully crafted... smooth as a stocking inside...
serenely comfortable from the moment you slip them on...
these are shoes to add the finished look to your
most important Spring ensembles... Leading retailers
are featuring the new Bedggoods now. Available
in multiple sizes to ensure glove fitting
and day-long comfort.

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 2d

From America, Oct 1964: Aluminum Packaging ad from Alcoa

(+Aluminum; Frozen Juice; and Wrap)

«FROZEN JUICE IN INSTANT CANS (What next from Alcoa!) FROZEN JUICE CANS WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN»

An advertisement showing a can of frozen juice with an easy-open top, made possible by the vendor's aluminum packaging. The aim is to show how the vendor’s aluminum packaging makes products more convenient for the user.

FROZEN JUICE IN INSTANT CANS (What next from Alcoa!) FROZEN JUICE CANS WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN

Now you don't need an opener for frozen fruit juices. Zip... and they're open! You'll find leading brands sporting new instant tops of Alcoa® Aluminum. It's the latest example of how Alcoa works with container manufacturers to bring you better, more convenient aluminum packaging.
Alcoa Brings You America's Finest News Show THE HUNTLEY-BRINKLEY REPORT, on NBC-TV

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Old International Print Ads @oldinprintads.bsky.social · 2d

From America, Oct 1957: Canned Fruits and Vegetables ad from Del Monte

(+Pear Halves; Peach Halves; Fruit Cocktail; Sliced Pineapple; Fruits for Salad; Sweet Peas; Green Beans; Stewed Tomatoes; Golden Sweet Corn; Pineapple Juice; Prune Juice; Pineapple-Grapefruit Drink; Tomato Juice, and more)

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From Germany, Oct 1969: Black & White Whisky ad from James Buchanan & Co. LTD.

«When a man sees black & white...»

«...then he thinks of whisky, which is at the top. On BLACK & WHITE.»

[ENGinALT]