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Dec 1954: Gift Coffret ad from Goya

(+Corvette Coffret; For Him- For Her Gift Set; Perfume Coffret; Soap and Cologne Coffret; Bathroom Gift Set; Cologne and Perfume Coffret; Christmas Bubble; and Flower Tub)

«Goya Christmas»
This is an advertisement for Goya. The image features different types of Goya products, from perfume gift boxes to handbags phials. Goya Christmas FLOWER TUB contains two handbag phials of perfume 6/6 CHRISTMAS BUBBLE contains two handbag phials of perfume 6/6 CORVETTE CORVETTE COFFRET Smart masculine shaving bowl and large bottles of after shave lotion & brilliantine. 14/- A luxury gift containing perfume, perfumed cologne, bath blossoms and soap. 21/9 PERFUME COFFRET A gift box of perfume, perfumed cologne and matching soap. 8/6 FOR HIM- FOR HER An original gift. Goya cologne for her- Corvette after shave lotion for him. 12/6 BATHROOM GIFT SET A pretty box containing perfumed soap and matching bath blossoms. 6/5 SOAP AND COLOGNE COFFRET A beautiful casket containing perfumed cologne with matching soap. 6/5 COLOGNE AND PERFUME COFFRET Perfume with matching perfumed cologne. 6/6 These and other lovely gifts are available in all Goya fragrances. PARIS LONDON NEW YORK
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Dec 1993: Home Video ad from W.H. Smith

(+Housesitter; Howards End; Strictly Ballroom; Riders; A League of Their Own; and Sister Act)

«See the video, watch the bank statement.»
This is an advertisement for home videos, showcasing six different movies that are available for purchase. It encourages viewers to watch the videos and then check their bank statements. See the video, watch the bank statement. Happy Christmas Happy Christmas PRICES CORRECT AT TIME OF GOING TO PRESS. AVAILABLE AT ALL WHSMITH VIDEO STOCKISTS. CURZON VIDEO 3 OSCARS including BEST ACTRESS EMMA THOMPSON 2 BAFTA AWARDS BEST FILM BEST ACTRESS ANTHONY VANESSA HELENA EMMA HOPKINS REDGRAVE BONHAM CARTER THOMPSON MERCHANT IVORY PRODUCTIONS Based on the Novel by EM FORSTER SHEER CLASS TRIUMPHS... Cert.PG RRP £12.99 WHSmith price £11.99 Cert.15 RRP £12.99 WHSmith price £9.99 Cert.PG WHSmith price £10.99 TOUCHSTONE HOME VIDEO WHOOPI GOLDBERG Strictly Ballroom Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Available On Cassette & Compact Disc THE HOTTEST MOVIE OF THE YEAR * SUNDAY MIRROR Cert.PG RRP £10.99 WHSmith price £9.99 © Touchstone Pictures. Cert. PG RRP £12.99 WHSmith price £10.99 JILLY COOPER The first video of a Jilly Cooper bestseller She's turning his house into a home... hers! She came. She saw. She moved in. Cert.PG RRP £13.99 WHSmith price £12.99 © Universal City Studios Incorporated. All rights reserved. There's more to life with
December 7, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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Dec 1993: Sony MZI MiniDisc Recording Walkman ad from Dixons

(+Music compilation MiniDisc; MiniDiscs; and Earphones)

«SONY MINIDISC - THE LATEST IN DIGITAL SOUND»
An advertisement for the Sony MiniDisc Recording Walkman featuring product details and benefits. SONY MINIDISC - THE LATEST IN DIGITAL SOUND MOST STORES OPEN SUNDAY CHECK YOUR LOCAL STORE FOR DETAILS WHAT IS SONY MINIDISC? Created as the long-term replacement for the familiar compact cassette, MiniDisc is the hottest thing to happen to music in the last 10 years. More versatile than a standard CD yet just a third of its size, MiniDisc technology means you can record from your own CDs in high quality digital stereo and/or play back pre-recorded titles. DIGITAL RECORDING For the first time ever you can now make your own high quality digital recordings from CD onto blank MiniDiscs, recording and re-recording millions of times without any loss of sound quality. DIGITAL MUSIC YOU CAN TAKE ANYWHERE The MiniDisc Walkman is truly portable, with its unique 'Shock-Proof Memory' ensuring rock solid playback even in harsh conditions, e.g. Jogging. HUNDREDS OF ALBUMS ON MINIDISC Choose from a huge range of Rock, Pop and Classical titles available now in music stores across the country. HIGH QUALITY DIGITAL RECORDING WALKMAN LARGE LCD DISPLAY Displays clearly and instantly the title and track name you're listening to. DIGITAL QUALITY PLAYBACK Enjoy MiniDisc's rich digital sound quality from 100s of available recordings. SHOCK RESISTANT The unique Shock Proof Memory eliminates 'skipping' wherever you are. DIGITAL RECORDING For the first time you can record your own selections from CD-digitally.* DATE STAMP FUNCTION Records date and time information. DIRECT TRACK ACCESS Choose a track from anywhere on the MiniDisc and access it instantly. SONY MZI MINIDISC RECORDING WALKMAN Introducing the next generation music format. With Sony's state-of- the-art Recording Walkman you can enjoy the stunning quality of digitally produced music wherever you are, either by making your own digital recordings from CD onto blank MiniDiscs or by choosing from the 100s of albums already available...
December 7, 2025 at 6:45 AM
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Dec 1950: Beverages ad from Schweppes

(+Alcoholic Green Ginger Wine; Peppermint Crème; Non-Alcoholic Ginger Wine; Ginger Beer; Lemonade; Indian Tonic Water; and Soda Water)

«HOW MANY SCHWEPPING DAYS TO CHRISTMAS?»
An advertisement asking the question 'How many Schwepping days to Christmas?' surrounding a Christmas cracker. A variety of Schweppes beverages are featured. The ad encourages readers to enjoy Schweppes throughout the Christmas season. HOW MANY SCHWEPPING DAYS TO CHRISTMAS? LET SCHWEPPERVESCENCE LAST THE WHOLE CHRISTMAS THROUGH
December 6, 2025 at 10:45 PM
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Dec 1995: Chocolates ad from Woolworths

(+Quality Street; Roses; Milk Tray; Contrast; Bournville Selection; Swiss Style Selection; Italian Style Selection; French Style Selection; Austrian Style Selection; and Belgian Chocolates)

«We're choc-full of ideas for Christmas.»
An advertisement for different chocolate assortments, with special offers for the holidays. This advertisement is from Woolworths Winter Wonderland. We're choc-full of ideas for Christmas. 750g £4.99 Nestle. Quality Street. Masses of Magic Moments 750g inc wraps e 725g EXCLUSIVE TO WOOLWORTHS Cadbury's Roses CHOCOLATES an assortment of milk and plain chocolates Swiss Style Selection French Style Selection Mak Dark & Whur Chocolats 175g e Italian Style Selection Austrian Style Selection Ahill Durk & White Chocokers 175g e Cadbury's 454g Milk ray ASSORTED, MILK CHOCOLATES BUY ANY 2 Cadbury's SAVE £2 CONTRAST OFFER ENDS 15/12/95 Bournville Selection by Cadbury Nestle. Nestle. Quality Street. Quality Street. BUY 2 SAVE £11 OFFER ENDS 15/12/95 Masses of Magic Moments Masses of Magic Moments BELGIAN CHOCOLATES 300g e stment of Milk Deck & White Chocolates With the best choice of chocolates, there's lots more to choose from in-store. *Contrast available in larger stores. All items subject to availability WOOLWORTHS
December 6, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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Dec 1963: 50 ad from Honda

(+Electric-Starting Honda)

«For the man who gets around...»
This is an advertisement for a motor scooter featuring benefits such as two-up seating, flashing trafficators, 3-speed gears, a totally enclosed chain, and leg shields. It highlights its suitability for everyday use and points out its advantages over other similar products. For the man who gets around... A Honda 50 offers scooter features at a moped price-79 gns. tax paid Two-up seating Flashing trafficators 3-speed gears Totally enclosed chain Leg shields Naturally, Father Christmas chose his Honda 50 in holly-berry red, but what really sold him was its lightning starts in December cold. Honda's pure-petrol 4-stroke makes 2-stroke petrol-oil starts look sluggish... does thous- ands more miles without a de-coke, at an easy 140-plus m.p.g. Honda's whispurring power comes from components measured to millionths of an inch with British precision instruments. An electric-starting Honda is only 97 gns.tax paid. The Honda 50 is the only 50cc machine that comes to you completely equipped: Cush drive takes the grab out of getaway and gear-changing. Bigger wheels give better road-holding. Hydraulic shock absorbers, two-up seating, 3-speed gears with an auto- matic clutch, speedometer and trafficators are fitted as standard! Shaped leg shields, twin mirrors, anti-theft lock and totally enclosed chain are 'all in'. Ask your dealer to start up the Honda 50 for you; when you hear it, you'll want it. And at 79 gns. it's a gift - whatever the season! 2 Manorgate Road, Kingston-upon-Thames, Surrey. Tel: KIN 4551
December 6, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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Dec 1960: Home Dispenser ad from Brylcreem

(+Refills)

«A present problem?»
This vintage advertisement depicts a woman pondering gift ideas during Christmas, represented by ornaments with faces labeled 'Father,' 'Brother,' 'Husband,' and 'Boyfriend.' The solution offered is a Brylcreem Home Dispenser, presented as a handy, handsome, and precise gift for men. The dispenser gives just the right amount of Brylcreem at a touch. A present problem? This Christmas solve your present problem with a Brylcreem Home Dispenser. Handy, handsome, easy to use, the Brylcreem Home Dispenser gives just the right amount of Brylcreem at a touch. It's gaily packed and precision made to last a lifetime. Get your men a 8/9d. complete. Refills 4/-
December 6, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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Dec 1971: Telephone Service ad from Post Office Telecommunications

«This Christmas, spare a thought for your telephone operator. Dial direct whenever you can.»
This advertisement asks people to spare a thought for telephone operators over the Christmas period. It encourages people to dial direct whenever they can and provides information about cheap rates for certain calls during the holidays in different parts of the country. This Christmas, spare a thought for your telephone operator. Dial direct whenever you can. Telephone operators deserve a Christmas break like anyone else. But to help you, most of them will be working for at least part of the holiday. There are two ways you can help them. First, please don't make calls through the operator unless you really have to. And second, try to make sure you know the telephone numbers of all your friends and relations well in advance. Then you won't need to contact Directory Enquiries. There's a benefit too in dialling direct at Christmas. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland customer-dialled inland calls will be at the Cheap Rate from 6 pm on Christmas Eve until 8 am on 28th December. The Standard Rate will however apply continuously for operator-connected calls from noon on Christmas Eve until midnight on 27th December. In Scotland customer-dialled inland calls will be at the Cheap Rate from 6 pm on Christmas Eve until 8 am on 27th December, but for operator-connected calls Standard Rate will apply continuously from midnight Christmas Eve until midnight Christmas Day. Happy Christmas. And, from all the operators on duty over the holidays, thanks for helping.
December 6, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Nov 1981: Olympus Trip 35 ad from W. H. Smith

(+Pentax MV 35 mm SLR; Pentax 110 SLR; Hanimex 35F; Hanimex 8 x 30 Binoculars; Pentax AF 100 P Flash gun; Hanimex X140 flash gun; and W.H. Smith Gadget Bag)

«Spend a little more on a camera this Christmas and we'll help you spend a little less.»
A W H Smith advertisement for a range of photographic equipment. Highlighted products include the Olympus Trip 35 camera, which comes with a free Hanimex X 140 flash gun. Other items available are a Pentax MV 35 mm SLR camera, a Pentax 110 SLR camera, a Hanimex 35F camera, Hanimex binoculars, a Pentax flashgun and W H Smith gadget bag. Spend a little more on a camera this Christmas and we'll help you spend a little less. Olympus Trip. With free Hanimex X 140 flashgun (also available separately at £4.95). Synonymous with high quality 35 mm photography. High quality lens ensures your pictures are more than just snaps. WHS Price £49.95. When you decide to give a more expensive camera, choosing the right one can be a tricky business. And that's where W. H. Smith come in. We've taken a lot of time and trouble to ensure our quality camera range only includes those that give excellent results, without blinding you with science. And because it's Christmas, we're making a special offer. When you buy the Olympus Trip camera we're giving away free the Hanimex X 140 flash gun (normally priced £4.95) There's a saving to be made too on the Pentax AF 100 P flash gun which is designed exclusively for the Pentax 110 SLR, one of our range of Pentax cameras. So before you spend a little more, spend some time at W. H. Smith and save yourself worry and money. And when your chosen camera has done its work, W. H. Smith have a fine developing and printing service that's fast and efficient at very competitive prices. Pentax 110 SLR. A fully automatic 110 SLR pocket camera. Accepts interchangeable lenses. Easy loading with 110 cartridge film which selects the film speed. No setting required. Comes with carrying pouch and neckstrap. WHS Price £59.95. W.II.Smith Gadget Bag in black, brown or navy. *WIIS Price £3.95. Pentax AF 100 P Flash gun Dedicated to the Pentax 110 SLR Camera. WHS Christmas Price $19.95. WHS Normal price £20.95. Save £1.00. Hanimex 35F Fully automatic 35 mm camera...
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Dec 1984: Wines and spirits ad from Augustus Barnett

(+Gift Vouchers; Mateus Rosé; and Hirondelle)

«The Adventures of Robin Hood and Augustus Barnett»
A cartoon strip ad featuring Robin Hood and Friar Tuck robbing the Sheriff of Nottingham's men of their Christmas liquor from Augustus Barnett. Robin Hood's gang end up high (and dry) from the heist. The Adventures of Robin Hood and Augustus Barnett WHAT'S UP, JOHN? ROBIN, WHAT LUCK! FRIAR TUCK AND I WERE PASSING THROUGH SHERWOOD FOREST JUST NOW... ...TWAS SNOWING HARD, AND THINGS LOOKED BLACK, THOUGH TUCK WAS ALL WHITE... ...WHEN WE HAPPENED ON THE SHERIFF AND HIS HENCHMEN STRAIGHT FROM AUGUSTUS BARNETT LADEN WITH LIQUOR FOR THE CHRISTMAS JUNKET AT THE CASTLE... ... AND A GOODLY FEW AUGUSTUS BARNETT GIFT VOUCHERS! ...TWAS A KNIGHT FOR EVERY BOTTLE, AND A BOTTLE POR EVERY NIGHT. MATEUS ROSÉ AT ₤2.39, HIRONDELLE AT ₤1-89... SO IN WE CHARGED, AND THE DASTARDLY FELLOW JUST TURNED AND FLED... ...LEAVING HIS SERFS HIGH AND CONCE WE'D FINISHED) DRY LOST HIS BOTTLE, EH? AYE, LOST HIS BOTTLE... GUY OF GUISEBOURINE'S BOTTLE... PRINCE JOHN'S BOTTLE... You'll find Christmas spirit a'plenty at Augustus Barnett. There's bound to be one near you, and most are open every evening and at weekends. All offers are also available at Galleon Wine. • All prices shown include VAT at 15% and are applicable only from 3/12/84 to 1/1/85 inclusive. Gift tokens available in denominations of £1 and £5. All offers subject to availability.
December 6, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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Dec 1915: Shredded ATORA ad from Hugon's

«Shredded ATORA»
A vintage advertisement from 1915 promoting shredded beef suet for holiday baking. The advertisement features a chef pointing to December 25th on a calendar, as well as images of a packaged beef suet product, a pudding, and sliced pastry. The advert emphasizes the convenience and quality of the beef suet, highlighting that it saves trouble, time, and waste, and has no increase in price. Shredded ATORA One good thing to do to-day for Dec. 25th. Order your "ATORA" Shredded Beef Suct for the Xmas Puddings and Mincemeat. is well called the "Handy Suet." Pour it directly from the packet into the dish, and see how quickly and easily it mixes with the flour. "Atora" is a sterilised and refined extract of the finest Beef Suet. A pure, sweet-smelling, and really wholesome food product The only Suet that keeps. SAVES TROUBLE! SAVES TIME! SAVES WASTE! No Increase in Price. 101d. per lb. and 5d. per 1-lb. Carton. Shredded for Puddings and Pastry, and in Blocks for Frying and Cooking. Of all Grocers, etc. HUGON & CO., LTD., Manchester.
December 6, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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Nov 1979: Kodak EK 160 EF Instant Camera ad from WHSMITH

(+Kodak Tele-Ektra 32 Camera Outfit; Kodak Ektra 12 EF Camera Outfit; Kodak EK 160; Kodak Ektra 22 Camera Outfit; Kodak 177X Camera Outfit; and Kodak 77X)

«SNAPPY CHRISTMAS!»
This advertisement features a range of Kodak cameras offered at Christmas. The range of cameras offer a variety of features from instant photography to telephoto capabilities. With a purchase of a camera (excluding instant cameras), customers get a discount voucher for developing and printing services. SNAPPY CHRISTMAS! Give them one of these snappy Kodak cameras and they'll be snap-happy all year long! Kodak EK 160 EF Instant Camera The instant camera with almost everything. • built-in electronic flash • motorized print ejection • no focusing required • auto exposure control • easy to handle. Our normal price £39.50. CHRISTMAS OFFER PRICE £38.50 At selected branches only. Kodak EK 160 All the features of the EK 160 EF but without the built-in electronic flash. Our normal price £22.99. CHRISTMAS OFFER PRICE £21.50 Kodak 177X Camera Outfit One of the famous 'Instamatic' range. Comes complete with flash cube, wrist- strap and film - so it's ready to go! W.H.Smith price £14.50 Kodak 77X Similar to the '177X, with less features. W.H.Smith price £9.75 Kodak Ektra 12 EF Camera Outfit This handy sized camera features an electronic flash and protective case that converts into a steadying hand-grip. W.H.Smith price £23.95 Kodak Tele-Ektra 32 Camera Outfit Comes complete with flip flash, film and wriststrap. Features tele-lens and lots more. Our normal price £27.95. CHRISTMAS OFFER PRICE £25.95 Kodak Ektra 22 Camera Outfit Similar to the '32' without tele-lens. Our normal price £21.99. CHRISTMAS OFFER PRICE £20.49 SAVE ON DEVELOPING AND PRINTING With every camera (except instant cameras), you'll receive a voucher entitling the bearer to £1.50 off colour developing and printing for orders over £1.50. (Vouchers available till 26.1.80, and are valid until 1.3.80.) Prices correct at time of going to press. Offers close 24th December 1979. Merchandise subject to availability. Some products at larger British Rail bookstalls but not at airport branches.
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There are 19 days until #Christmas...
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Dec 1933: Theatre Shows ad from London Transport

(+Alice and Thomas and Jane; On With The Show; The Old Folks at Home; What Happened to George; Beau Brummel; Alice in Wonderland; Where the Rainbow Ends; Peter Pan; Alf's Button; Charley's Aunt; When Knights Were Bold; Lilac Time, and more)
This is a vintage advertisement for various plays, pantomimes, circuses, and fairs in London. The ad specifies the shows, their locations, and the nearest stations, promoting entertainment options for the Christmas season. This Week in London PLAYS AND PANTOMIMES Wed. Theatre Station Westminster, 2.30 Victoria Princes, 8 Holborn Thurs. Queen's, 8.15 Piccadilly Wyndham's, 2.30 Leicester Square Fri. Saville, 8 Leicester Square Duke of York's, 2.30 Leicester Square Holborn Empire, 2.15 Holborn Sat. Palladium, 2.15 Oxford Circus Kingsway, 8 Holborn, Kingsway Gaiety, 2.30 and 8.15 Temple & Aldwych Fortune,2.30 and 8.15 Covent Garden Alhambra, 8.15 Leicester Square Scala, 7.45 Goodge Street CIRCUSES AND FAIRS Olympia, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, at 2.30 and 7.30. Station Addison Road, West Kensington or Bar-ons Court, or by Bus Angel, or by Bus or Tram Agricultural Hall, on Saturday, at 7.45. All the Christmas Fare S/693
December 6, 2025 at 6:46 AM
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Nov 1968: Canteen of cutlery ad from Timothy Whites

(+Ladies Dressing Sets; Remington Selectric Shaver; Coffee Percolator; Shopping Bags; Dressing Set; Notecase; Gift Coffrets; Stainless Steel Gifts; Christmas Lighting Sets; Teaset; Coathanger Sets; Travel Alarm Clock; Christmas Crackers, and more)
An advertisement showcasing a variety of products available for purchase. The products include homewares, toiletries, gifts and accessories. The advertisement encourages consumers to shop for the holiday season. for Gifts All these...and many more! Alberto 'Get Set' Hair Spray Super Hold Hair Spray with French perfume. Large aerosol giving giant value at special price. Timothy Whites Gift Coffrets 6 Bath Cubes and Tablet of Toilet Soap, 3/11 Talcum Powder, 2 Bath Cubes and Toilet Soap 5/9 For men Notecase Golden pigskin with contrasting black edging. Handmade and superbly made by craftsmen. Slim design. Just right for the Christmas stocking Sparkling Bubble Bath Choice of six colours in dainty bottles. Bath Cubes Six in gift box. A welcome gift! 'Addis' Beauty Hair Brush Detachable Nylon brush heads for easy cleaning. Junior model 6/2 A fragrant delightful gift Timothy Whites Coffret Cologne and two tablets of Toilet Soap in gift box. Give him this 'Brylcreem' Dispenser The hairdressing for the confident well groomed look. In this handy modern dispenser. Wilkinson Sword Blades 5 super Sword- edge razor blades in handy dispenser. Carded to hang on tree. One pack card 2/10 Two pack card 5/8 Gift Vouchers Choice of free attractive greetings cards. Can be exchanged at any branch of Timothy Whites or Boots. A lasting gift Ladies Dressing Sets 5 Piece set in gold brocade. Hair brush, mirror, cloth brush, matching clock and comb. In presentation gift box. Ring the bell ! with a Timothy Whites 'Europa' Travel Alarm Clock Strong plastic case, choice of colours. Luminous dial. The family gift ! Halex 'Lectro-Dent' Battery operated tooth brush with interchangeable brushes in identifiable colours. Guaranteed. Battery 1/6 extra Ten minutes for a new hair style with Nicholl 'Glossy' Non-electric Heated Hair Rollers 8 Rollers on a card. Remington Selectric Shaver Dial the setting which suits your beard and enjoy the most comfortable shave. With wall fixing holder, tangle...
December 5, 2025 at 10:45 PM
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Dec 1958: Dubonnet ad

«DUBO DUBON DUBONNET»
An advertisement promotes Dubonnet, a wine-based aperitif, as the ideal Christmas drink. The ad features a Santa Claus-like figure and whimsical illustrations, suggesting that Dubonnet is large enough to celebrate a happy New Year as well. DUBO DUBON DUBONNET Pour Noël, à votre THIS CHRISTMAS, FOR YOUR intention, la Banque CONVENIENCE, THE BANK d'Angleterre a fort OF ENGLAND HAVE aimablement imprimé des VERY KINDLY billets de la même valeur PRINTED NOTES OF EXACTLY exactement qu'une bouteille THE VALUE OF A BOTTLE de Dubonnet. On peut les OF DUBONNET. THEY CAN BE échanger chez n'importe quel EXCHANGED AT ANY marchand de vins. WINE-SHOP. Dubonnet is the ideal Christmas drink. Everyone likes it, whether by itself, with gin, or soda, or just a twist of lemon. You'll find the big bottle will go a long way too, for only £1. The Dubonnet bottle is extra-large. Large enough, in fact, for a happy New Year as well!
December 5, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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Dec 1981: Gift Vouchers ad from Woolworth

(+Quality Street; Gaiety assortment; Milady assortment; Terry's Devon Milk; Terry's All Gold 1lb; Dairy Box 1lb; Milk Tray 1lb; Jar of Cadbury's Chocolate Éclairs; Harveys Bristol Cream Sherry filled chocolates; Salted Peanuts, and more)
This is a newspaper advertisement for Woolworth promoting their Christmas sale. The ad features a variety of discounted chocolates, sweets, and gift vouchers. It emphasizes the range of gifts available, aiming to attract customers for their holiday shopping needs. Have a Cracking Christmas at WOOLWORTH And Woolco You'll get a super selection, tremendous quality and value – plus Crackdown prices on hundreds of gifts throughout our stores. Is it any wonder Woolworth is the place to shop this Christmas! Ways to crack your shopping problems. Give Woolworth Gift Vouchers: £1, £5 or £10. With free Gift Voucher card and envelope. All items are subject to availability. Some items are available at larger stores only. Prices and availability of advertised products may be different in Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and the Channel Islands.
December 5, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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Dec 1936: Bath Salts and Bath Dusting Powder ad from Coty

(+Perfume; Eau de Cologne; Pressed Powder; Face Powder; Lipstick; and Eau de Cologne Soap)

«Gay and Gracious Gifts for a happy Christmas»
This vintage advertisement features various beauty products as gifts, including bath salts with dusting powder, eau de cologne, perfume, face powder, and lipstick. They are packaged in decorative boxes and are described with prices from 5/- to 12/6. Gay and Gracious Gifts for a happy Christmas No. 23. Bottle of "Feather" Bath Salts and Bath Dusting Powder with lamb's-wool Puff 10/6 No. 9. Sprinkler top bottle of Eau de Cologne (Cordon Rouge), Eau de Cologne Soap and Face Powder. 5/- No. 21. Sprinkler top bottle of Perfume, 1oz.. new model, and box of Face Powder 8/9 With smaller Perfume 5/6. With larger Perfume 12/6. No. 14. Pressed Powder "Diamond" design box and Gitane Lipstick in gilt case 6/6 Pressed Powder with new auto- matic "Crik" lipstick - 8/6.
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Dec 1910: Sausages ad from Palethorpes

(+Royal Cambridge Sausages)

«NO XMAS DINNER is complete without Palethorpes' Sausages»
This vintage advertisement promoting sausages features two gentlemen in top hats, each carrying a box of sausages and a turkey. The text emphasizes the quality, purity, and widespread availability of the advertised product, implying it's an essential part of a Christmas dinner. NO XMAS DINNER is complete without Palethorpes' Sausages Made in Palethorpes' Model Factory-the finest of its kind in the world, under Government inspection. Each pound bears the Palethorpe registered label, -a guarantee of Quality, Whole- someness and Purity. Palethorpes' Sausages are made daily and delivered daily to specially-appointed agents throughout the country. IF ANY DIFFICULTY IN OBTAINING, WRITE POST CARD FOR NAME OF NEAREST AGENT. Sold everywhere by first class Grocers, Provision Merchants, Fish and Game Dealers. 58 Years Renown. 16 Gold Medals Awarded. "Two minds with but a single thought." Order yours in time. ROYAL CAMBRIDGE SAUSAGES Offices and Model Factory, DUDLEY PORT.
December 5, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Nov 1961: Shirts ad from Van Heusen

(+Pyjamas)

«Van Heusen
shirts make fine gifts»
An old advert displays a woman dressed as Mrs. Claus next to a box containing one of the products. There is a picture of a man in the background of the advert. It is a Christmas advert. Van Heusen shirts make fine gifts Van Heusen, the shirts with the Savile Row touch, give you an unequalled choice of superb styles, materials, patterns and colours, at prices from 35/-to 67/6. VAN HEUSEN PYJAMAS MAKE FINE GIFTS TOO!
December 5, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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Dec 1968: Green Ginger Wine ad from Crabbie's

(+Whisky; Gin; Vodka; Brandy; and Rum)

«Caps off for Crabbie's»
This vintage-style product shot showcases a bottle of green ginger wine alongside various accompaniments, including bottle caps of different alcoholic beverages, glasses of various sizes, a lemon slice, and bar tools. The composition suggests that the wine can be mixed with other spirits. Caps off for Crabbie's Crabbie's Green Ginger Wine mixes superbly with whisky, gin, vodka, brandy, rum. Thirsty? To find out how to use Crabbie's post this coupon to: John Crabbie, 108 Great Junction Street, Leith, Edinburgh 6. Name Address
December 5, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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Oct 1994: AIWA NSXD939 PRO-LOGIC 3 DISC MULTIPLAY CD MINI HI-FI SYSTEM ad from Comet

(+AIWA ZD7000 3 DISC MULTIPLAY CD MIDI HI-FI SYSTEM; JVC S60R CD MINI HI-FI SYSTEM; SONY 'COMPACT' 490 CD MIDI HI-FI SYSTEM; SONY MHC650 CD MINI HI-FI SYSTEM, and more)
A collection of hi-fi systems and radio cassette players available with interest-free credit and voucher offers. The systems feature brands like Aiwa, Sony, JVC, Philips, Panasonic, and Goodmans. A guide to the best sounds is available. UP TO 18 MONTHS INTEREST FREE CREDIT ON TOP BRAND HI-FI AT COMET. PAGE 26 SUNDAY MIRROR, October 30, 1994 PICK UP YOUR FREE GUIDE AT YOUR LOCAL COMET STORE. What Hi-Fi? Magazine and Virgin 1215 have got together and selected the best of Comet's '94 Hi-Fi Collection. Read about how they have independently judged and reviewed Comet's sound systems to let you know what are the "Best Sounds of '94". Come into a Comet store today and pick up your free copy. 18 MONTHS INTEREST FREE CREDIT AIWA NSXD939 PRO-LOGIC 3 DISC MULTIPLAY CD MINI HI-FI SYSTEM 2 x 50 watts (RMS) Includes rear centre speakers Probably one of the best value Dolby Pro-Logic Hi-Fi systems on the market" Best Sounds of '94 £749-99 DOLSURROUND BEST SOUNDS OF '94 WINNER PANASONIC RXDT401 CD STEREO RADIO CASSETTE "This CD stereo radio cassette captured the top slot on two counts: good looks and super sound" Best Sounds of '94 was £199.99 £179-99 SAVE £20 BEST SOUNDS OF '94 WINNER JVC UXC7 7 DISC MULTIPLAY CD MICRO HI-FI SYSTEM "This micro simply oozes quality" Tommy Vance 12 MONTHS INTEREST FREE CREDIT £359.99 BEST SOUNDS OF '94 WINNER SONY 'COMPACT' 490 CD MIDI HI-FI SYSTEM "There is no doubt this is an excellent all round package" Best Sounds of '94 was £499.99 12 MONTHS INTEREST FREE CREDIT £479-99 SAVE £20 INDEPENDENTLY REVIEWED BY WHAT HIFI? AND VIRGIN 1215. AIWA NSX430 CD MINI HI-FI SYSTEM 2 x 40 watts (RMS) 7 band spectrum analyser Full logic double auto reverse cassette deck 32 station presets "As smooth as they come with a punchy bass" Tommy Vance 12 MONTHS INTEREST FREE CREDIT £329-99 18 MONTHS INTEREST FREE CREDIT AIWA ZD7000 3 DISC MULTIPLAY CD MIDI HI-FI SYSTEM Dolby Surround Sound facility Spectrum analyser Full separates was £749.99 £699.99 SAVE £50 £150 ...
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Dec 1931: Bovril ad

«Drink BOVRIL and
ENJOY the WINTER»
An illustration depicts a modern man sitting in a comfortable armchair, reading a book near a lamp and a table with a bowl on it. To his left, a transparent knight in armor appears, holding a Bovril jar. The text conveys the idea that Bovril allows one to enjoy the winter, unlike the cold knights of the past. Drink BOVRIL and ENJOY the WINTER When nights were cold in days of old, Knights shivered in their armoured tights. Now they enjoy the winter days, Since they take Bovril for cold Knights.
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