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A selection of magazine and newspaper ads from around the world - but not from the UK: you can find those at @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social

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From America, Nov 1937: Tender Made Ham ad from Wilson

«Only WILSON & CO. Makes Tender Made Ham WILSON'S SECRET PROCESS Tender Made Ham “THE HAM YOU CUT WITH A FORK” The Wilson label protects your table»
An advertisement highlighting the importance of buying American-made products. It showcases various aspects of the American economy from farms to factories, emphasizing how supporting local businesses benefits the community. The featured food product is a delicious ham. Only WILSON & CO. Makes Tender Made Ham WILSON'S SECRET PROCESS Tender Made Ham “THE HAM YOU CUT WITH A FORK” The Wilson label protects your table Your decision to purchase an "American-made" product may seem of little significance. Yet it is upon just such simple daily purchases as yours-multiplied by millions of loyal American women-that countless American workers-on our farms-in our mines-our mills-our factories, stores and offices depend for their incomes-for the wherewithal to keep their families in food and clothing and the comforts of life. American industry and American workers depend greatly upon people like you. So your "American-made" purchase is of vital importance. Thos & Wilson Chairman of the Board WILSON & CO. Tender Made Ham, a great All American product, is the result of a Secret Process-dis-covered, perfected and employed only by Wilson & Co. It is this new method that makes the differ-ence-that gives to genuine Tender Made Ham its almost unbelievable tenderness and superior texture-its mellow yet satisfying ham flavor. Whether you prefer the whole Tender Made Ham with the bone-in or Boneless sealed in tins and cooked in its own rich natural juices, you get the miracle ham of all time the most imitated ham in the world today. Even the humble shanks and butts of Tender Made Ham are a delicacy. But remember-only Wilson & Co. makes gen-uine Tender Made Ham.
November 30, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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From Australia, Nov 1959: K & A Home Efficiency Products and Shelta ads

«THE LOVELY UMBRELLA IS BY SHELTA»
- A vintage outdoor furniture set advertisement. It features stylish seating and a table under a striped umbrella. The advertisement emphasizes comfort, durability, and a folding design for easy storage, appealing to those looking for elegant outdoor living solutions. - Advertisement for a lovely umbrella with a decorative fringe.
November 30, 2025 at 7:37 AM
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From America, Nov 1951: Television Sets ad from RCA Victor

(+Clarendon; Rockingham; Donley; Suffolk; and Phono-combination)

«RCAVICTOR television first 21-inch Super Sets with "Picture Power"!»
An advertisement for a range of 21-inch television sets featuring 'Picture Power'. The sets offer clear reception, adaptability to U.H.F. and color, and come in various cabinet styles. The ad also offers a phonograph attachment compatible with records and radios, as well as RCA Factory Service. RCAVICTOR television first 21-inch Super Sets with "Picture Power"! The bigger the screen, the better you see the reasons why you need "Picture Power." Test, compare with any other set-only RCA Victor Super Sets have "Picture Power"! • These 21-inch Super Sets with Picture Power give you the sharpest, most detailed big pictures you've ever seen. • You get virtually no interference. • You get clearest reception possible-whether you're near to or far from the sending station. •These receivers are ADAPTABLE to U.H.F. and color. • You get the matchless "Golden Throat" tone system. • You get the benefit of RCA Victor's unsurpassed engineering and manufacturing know-how. • You get a complete choice of beautiful cabinet styles-no extra charge for mahogany finish. • You get the world's most popular television set. More people own RCA Victor than any other make. • You get the dependability of RCA Victor Factory Service. When you buy RCA Victor Television-with RCA Factory Service-you get television's greatest combination. For the best in television service, buy one of RCA Service Company's budget-priced protection plans. The cost-as little as $7 for a year's protection on your RCA Victor picture tube. Replace your small-screen set. Now, RCA Victor gives you the kind of big-screen television you've been waiting for. It's the best reason you've ever had for replacing your old small-screen set. Surprisingly easy terms at RCA Victor dealers. Find out today. 21" RCA Victor Suffolk. Super Set with television's clearest, strongest, big-screen pictures. Colonial-style cabinet in walnut, mahogany finish. Limed oak finish slightly higher. Model 21T176, $425. "Stay-put" doors are a...
November 30, 2025 at 6:37 AM
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From Australia, Nov 1960: Detergent ad from Trix

«wash-up to-day's One-step way with No Rinsing No Wiping - Trix»
This advertisement promotes a non-sudsing detergent that cleans dishes completely, without rinsing or wiping. It is portrayed as an economical and modern solution, absorbing grease like magic and preventing streaks. wash-up to-day's One-step way with No Rinsing No Wiping - Trix It's TRIX that gives you one-step washing up because it's non-sudsing pure, and 100 per cent cleansing. With Trix you just wash-up - that's all you don't rinse; don't wipe. Trix washes completely clean, then drains clean off-so dishes dry gleaming, hygienically pure, ready for use again. Trix is sudsless-the modern improvement on all sudsy detergents and soaps. Trix gets to work with concentrated cleansing energy down in the water, absorbing grease like magic. Trix doesn't waste its energy making lazy suds. Suds can't clean they merely float on the water and trap grease. That's why they leave not only soapy streaks but greasy patches on the dishes. And beware! Those dull surfaces collect germs-like the teatowels used to polish them. Much easier, much cleaner, is the modern, no-wiping method of washing up, with TRIX. Trix is thick by far the most economical of all detergents...you can easily prove it for yourself.
November 29, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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From America, Nov 1947: Ritz Crackers ad from Nabisco

«Nothing makes such appetizing canapes as RITZ!»
An advertisement for a cracker brand, showcasing various appetizers created using the crackers and inviting viewers to enjoy the unique flavor and crunch that makes them appetizing. Nothing makes such appetizing canapes as RITZ! Because Ritz is the tastiest, crispiest base a canape ever had! No other cracker is so tempting in itself... lends so much flavor to cheese, peanut butter or any other spread... has such enduring crunchiness. That's why as a canape or plain-Ritz is the cracker that can always be counted on to tease an appetite! One of the many fine foods baked by Nabisco National Biscuit Company Nothing tastes as good as RITZ- but RITZ!
November 29, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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From Italy, Nov 1991: Ferrero Rocher ad

«Ferrero Rocher. The pleasure of indulgence.»

«Fragrant, soft, delicious sensations.»

[ENGinALT]
An image featuring a pyramid of foil-wrapped chocolates held on a silver tray by two hands. Additional chocolates are arranged at the bottom of the image. «Ferrero Rocher. The pleasure of indulgence. Fragrant, soft, delicious sensations.»
November 29, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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From Australia, Nov 1951: 46 Fountain Pen ad from Mentmore

(+'Paramount' Fountain Pen; 'Celeste' Fountain Pen; Auto-Flow Fountain Pen; 'Supreme' Fountain Pen; and 'Diploma' Fountain Pen)

«You'll say it better with a Mentmore»
A catalogue of fountain pens, showcasing different models with various features, materials, and price points. The models range from streamlined designs with gold nibs and patented ink control to more budget-friendly options. A Christmas message highlights them as ideal gifts. You'll say it better with a Mentmore WHAT a glorious choice Mentmore offers you for Christmas gifting! Six beautiful pens, any of which you would feel satisfaction in giving and pleasure in receiving! For the really special gift, look no further than the beautiful Mentmore “46,” pictured here in its seasonable setting of lovely Christmas Bush and Christmas Bells. The spanking new “Paramount” and “Celeste,” both dashingly smart, have just arrived in nice time for their first triumphant Christmas! Six pens all told! All ready for you at stationers, jewellers and stores. And all fully guaranteed. MENTMORE "PARAMOUNT" The new, smart, streamlined "torpedo" design, with unbreakable Herculoid body. built-in clip, rolled gold fittings. Solid 14-ct. iridium-pointed gold nib (fine. medium and broad points)... 37/6. MENTMORE CELESTE Neat, new design for those who prefer the smaller pen. In unbreakable Herculoid material, rolled gold fittings, built-in clip. Solid 14-ct. gold nib, iridium-tipped. Fine, medium and broad points... 32/6. MENTMORE "AUTO-FLOW" For long service: solid 14-ct. gold nib, tipped with osmi-iridium for easier-flowing, satin-smooth action. Five smart colours. 32/ MENTMORE "SUPREME" A newer model Mentmore Fountain Pen with 14-ct. solid gold nib, iridium-pointed (not hooded). Choice of six colours ... 26/6. MENTMORE DIPLOMA With half-hooded solid 14-ct. gold nib, iridium-pointed. Patent bridge feed for perfect ink control. Unbreakable body. Six assorted colours ... 23/9. MENTMORE "46" Distinguished..... reliable.....streamlined ... with shielded nib of solid 14-ct. gold. Patent "bridge" ink control feed. Choice of six barrel colours. GOLD-FILLED CAP. 73/6, STERLING SILVER...
November 29, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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From Italy, Nov 1959: RAI and Bialetti ads
«NEW VOICES FOR SONGS»
«GOOD!»

[ENGinALT]
- Advert for a coffee maker, featuring a group of men playing cards and enjoying coffee. Prices vary depending on cup size. A man is shown holding a boxed coffee maker. A line of food processors is also mentioned. «GOOD! I did it with the Moka Express coffee maker for sale at lire: 1200 (1 cup) 1350 (3 cups) 1700 (6 cups) 2750 (9 cups) 3900 (12 cups) The coffee ritual At the bar, you drink espresso, period. At home, on a winter evening, playing cards with friends, you enjoy it, you sip it... and compliment the host. More than a habit, it is a duty: because making a good espresso is not easy..... it takes experience, care and a good coffee maker moka express Moka Express another product (crusinallo) like the Go-Go blender» - And more...
November 29, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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From Germany, Nov 1968: Schlichte Steinhäger ad from H.W. Schlichte

«Steinhäger connoisseurs swear by Schlichte»

«The oldest Steinhäger brand. Drink it moderately, but regularly!
German product»

[ENGinALT]
A vintage advertisement featuring images of people enjoying the beverage. The ad promotes regular, but moderate consumption of the drink. The focus is on being the oldest Steinhäger brand. «Steinhäger connoisseurs swear by Schlichte The oldest Steinhäger brand. Drink it moderately, but regularly! German product»
November 29, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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From America, Nov 1961: Life Beer ad from International Breweries Inc.

(+Malt Liquor; Silver Bar; Bavarian's; Iroquois; Old Dutch; Franken Muth; and Tropical)

«TRY THE FULL CASE TEST»
An advertisement featuring a case of bottled beer, urging the consumer to try all seven brews from the vendor. Different bottle caps representing each brew are displayed below the case of bottled beer. TRY THE FULL CASE TEST with any of these seven great brews from IBI-International Breweries. Make it Beer, Ale or Malt Liquor. First bottle to last... the more you taste, the more you'll want... because when it's from IBI, it's MEL-O-DRY...better brewed to satisfy your taste for better flavor. Take home a case...any International brew! We'll bet our last bottle cap you'll be carrying home another case before you finish the first! Detroit, Mich., Buffalo, N.Y., Tampa, Fla., Findlay, O., Covington, Ky.
November 29, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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From India, Nov 1966: Pe ads
«Diwali is approaching! A steadfast companion providing lifelong enjoyment!»

[ENGinALT]
- A catalogue featuring several radio and transistor models, highlighting their features and prices. The advertisement announces the arrival of Diwali, suggesting that these radios and transistors are a perfect companion for the festive season. «Diwali is approaching! A steadfast companion providing lifelong enjoyment! *Prices include excise duty only. Sales and local taxes extra. Exclusive Distributors: Radios and Appliances Ltd. Radio Division. Several locations. Manufactured by: Ltd., Cambridge, England, under the auspices of the National Radio and Engineering Co. Ltd., make by Radio's.» - High-fidelity radio set with 6 valves, 5 bands, 2 speakers, 2 tone controls, piano keys, and a rotating ferrite aerial within a low-line wooden cabinet. The price is Rs. 668. «Model 3028: High-Fi, 6 valves, 5 bands, 2 speakers, 2 tone controls, piano keys, rotating ferrite aerial, low-line wood cabinet, AC only. Price Rs. 668/-*» - Radio set with 6 valves, 3 bands, adjustable tone control, and low-line wooden cabinet. The price is Rs. 405. Model 3031 is similar to Model 3029, but AC/DC. Rs. 405. «Model 3029: 6 valves, 3 bands, adjustable tone control, low line wood cabinet, AC only. Rs. 405/-* Model 3031 same as Model 3029. But AC/DC. Rs. 405/-*» - Radio set featuring 5 valves, 3 bands, a 2-tone cast cabinet, powerful speaker, AC/DC operation. The price is Rs. 303. «Model 3027: 5 valves, 3 bands, 2-tone cast cabinet, powerful speaker, AC/DC. Price Rs. 303/-*» - Radio set with 4 valves, 3 bands, powerful speaker, and a cane cabinet. Operates on AC/DC power. The price is Rs. 245. «Model 3034: 4 valves, 3 bands, powerful speaker, cane cabinet AC/DC. Price Rs. 245/-*»
November 29, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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From Germany, Nov 1967: BMW Car ad from Bmw

(+85 PS Engine; 120 PS Engine; and TI-Chassis)

«Consequence»

[ENGinALT]
A vintage car advertisement featuring a black and white image of a vehicle driving down a road. The text speaks about the engine power and chassis safety being aligned and mentions options for different horsepower engines with corresponding chassis requirements. «Consequence At BMW, the engine power is matched to the chassis safety. If you choose 85 HP from us, you must buy the performance chassis adjusted accordingly. If you want 120 HP, the TI chassis is also mandatory. Alternatively, BMW only offers the equipment. - Test drives are recommended.»
November 29, 2025 at 7:37 AM
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From America, Nov 1947: Steel-and-Tin Cans ad from Can Manufacturers Institute, Inc.

(+Anti-Freeze; Beer; Motor Oil; Metal Polish; Tooth Powder; Shoe Polish; Paint; Floor Wax; Canned Foods; Coffee; Dog Food; Salad Oil; Adhesive Tape; Tea; and Cookies)

«Life CAN be Wonderful!»
An illustration showcasing a winter scene with a cross-section of a house to demonstrate various uses of products that come in steel-and-tin cans. The advert shows the utility and convenience of canned products in daily life. Life CAN be Wonderful! Not only can life be wonderful-life is more wonderful-thanks to the familiar steel-and-tin can that brings you so many of the good things you use in your daily work, pleasures and diet... And every time you buy something in a can, you know the maker has done his best to put his product in your hands the way he wants you to have it-prime, fresh, protected in transit and use... How many modern products would you guess come in cans? 100? 500? More than 2,500! The amusing sketch above shows fifteen such products in use. See how many you can find then check your "score" with the list at the right. PRODUCTS YOU BUY IN CANS ARE SAFE against air, light and moisture SAFE against dirt, germs and spoilage SAFE against tampering - quality is fully protected BECAUSE No other container protects like the can! CAN MANUFACTURERS INSTITUTE, INC., NEW YORK
November 29, 2025 at 6:37 AM
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From America, Nov 1962: Crown Jewel Bowling Balls ad from Brunswick

(+Grand Prix Bag; Marquessa Bag; Stag Bowling Shoes; Skylark Bowling Shoes; Tournament-proved Brunswick balls; and Bowler-designed shoes)

«TAKE US TO YOUR BOWLER!»
An advertisement promoting various bowling gifts for the Christmas season. Featured are bowling balls, stylish bowling bags, and coordinated shoes for both men and women. A gift certificate option is also presented. TAKE US TO YOUR BOWLER! This Christmas, your favorite bowler wants a gift by Brunswick-because Brunswick has just introduced the newest ideas in bowling gifts. Above you see the new sportsman-styled Grand Prix bag ($16.95) with new glove-soft Stag bowling shoes for men ($11.95). For ladies, the new tapestry Marquessa bag ($16.95) with slim Skylark bowling shoes ($6.95). The balls are Crown Jewels, the most beautiful ever made, and the world's first bowling balls with Miracle Tracking Action-sapphire blue, black pearl or ruby red, $39.95. And there are nine other tournament-proved Brunswick balls, 32 modern bag stylings from $3.95 to $39.95 and 28 bowler-designed shoes from $4.95. Admire them all at your Brunswick dealer's now. A BRUNSWICK GIFT CERTIFICATE solves the problem of shoe size and ball fitting-lets your bowler have the extra fun of selecting his or her personal equipment. But see your Brunswick dealer early. He'll be a busy man this year!
November 28, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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From America, Dec 1962: FM Stereo Radio ad from Motorola

(+Transistor Clock Radio; FM/AM Portable Radio; FM/AM Clock Radio; Cordless radio; and Pocket-size portable radio)

«MOTOROLA: new leader in the lively art of electronics»
A catalogue of different Motorola radios and stereos from 1961. The product range features a selection of FM stereo radios, FM/AM portable radios, transistor clock radios, cordless radios, and pocket-size radios. Prices and descriptions for each model are available in the catalogue. MOTOROLA: new leader in the lively art of electronics 1. A nice way to have stereo without buying records. This Motorola FM stereo radio plays with speakers attached or separated up to 15 feet. Model B100, Walnut veneer. $129.95* 2. Transistor clock-radio with a memory. When the alarm is turned off it automatically resets itself for 24 hours later. Holiday switch skips days or week-ends. Model CX28. $49.95* 3. An FM/AM to take out. This elegant leather-clad portable plays on batteries when you're on the go-plugs in at home. Model X42, $79.95* 4. A radio that wakes you with FM. Motorola's FM/AM clock radio lulls you to sleep and wakes you up to FM programming-can even start the coffeemaker. Model BC1, $79.95* 5. Cordless radio that pins up like a picture. Safe to play in kitchen and bath because it works on batteries. Brings entertainment to every room in the house. Model AX4, $29.95* 6. Pocket-size portable in the popular square shape. Handsomely styled with top grain cowhide. Packed with famous Motorola reliability and performance. Model X37, $29.95*† 7. Portable radio for people who want superb performance. Eight transistors and tuned RF stage, battery life indicator. Genuine cowhide case. Model X41, $39.95* *Manufacturer's nationally advertised price, optional with dealers, slightly higher in some areas. †Batteries and/or power packs, extra. Prices and specifications subject to change without notice.
November 28, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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From America, Nov 1950: Sliced Apples ad from Knouse Foods (Lucky Leaf)

(+Apple Juice; Apple Jellies; Apple Butter; Cider Vinegar; Apple Sauce; Red Tart Cherries; Tomato Juice; and White Distilled Vinegar)

«You're Lucky with Apple Pie EVERY Time»
A vintage advertisement for a range of apple products, featuring an apple pie made with sliced apples, dessert apples, and other canned goods like apple sauce and apple jelly. A rural scene shows where the apples are grown and packaged by families. You're Lucky with Apple Pie EVERY Time LUCKY LEAF APPLE PIE-So easy and economical-because there's no tedious peeling, no waste. The firm, full-flavored slices are ready to use. So delicious-because this is choice, tree-ripened fruit. And the most beautiful pie you ever baked-because it doesn't fall in the center. Complete recipe on every can. DELICIOUS DESSERT APPLES-For a marvelous ready-to-eat dessert, serve Lucky Leaf Sliced Apples just as they come from the can, or with cream or cinnamon. Also, use them for your favorite apple desserts-Brown Betty, tapioca pudding, dumplings, strudel and others. Lucky you-lucky day-when you discover Lucky Leaf Apple Products. They're the aristocrats of the apple world - prepared from luscious fruit grown in the famous orchards of the Blue Ridge Mountains and put up by the folks who grow the apples-folks who take a special pride in bringing you highest quality and orchard-fresh goodness. Stock up now-during Lucky Leaf Apple Harvest Festival Ask your favorite food store for these wonderful Lucky Leaf treats. Rich-flavored, golden Apple Sauce. Tangy, sparkling clear Apple Juice. Zestful, sweet-tart Apple Butter. Delicious Apple Jellies in 5 popular flavors and in beautiful sculptured Lucky Leaf tumblers that you'll want to save for table use later. Smooth, mellow Cider Vinegar. Knouse Foods, Peach Glen, Pennsylvania. ENJOY ALL NINE IN THE LUCKY LEAF LINE Sliced Apples Apple Juice Apple Butter Apple Sauce Apple Jellies Cider Vinegar ALSO Red Tart Cherries Tomato Juice White Distilled Vinegar
November 28, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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From India, Nov 1988: Caramilk ad from Parrys

(+Chocolate Eclairs; Try-Me; Coconut Cream; Lollipops; and Coffee Bite)

«“Give three times a day CARAMILK, it will be okay!”»

«“Children... Have you eaten CARAMILK today!?”
PARRYS' quality products»

[ENGinALT]
A vintage advertisement features a young child playing doctor with a doll. The ad promotes sweets, suggesting they are the best choice for children. «“Give three times a day CARAMILK, it will be okay!” “Children... Have you eaten CARAMILK today!?” PARRYS' quality products»
November 28, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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From America, Nov 1942: Boilermakers and Libby's ads

«'TEN-SHUN! Nutrition Guards YOU NEED... IN LIBBY'S PINEAPPLE JUICE And taste its teasin' tang!»
- A vintage image shows a football team with their paid coach. A cocktail bar and lounge appear to be for union members, with others being excluded for their own good, as they might damage the place. - An advert for pineapple juice, highlighting its nutritional benefits and delightful tangy flavor. It's a good source of vitamins and minerals, and armed forces get a lot of it. There are also other juices by the same company.
November 28, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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From Germany, Nov 1988: Veterano Brandy ad from Osborne

«The Great Smooth One with the Bull»

[ENGinALT]
A promotional image features a large snifter glass with a bull silhouette inside, set against a sunset background. Text highlights the smoothness and Spanish origin of the brandy, emphasizing maturation in oak barrels from Virginia and unique production methods. The family is also mentioned, emphasizing the quality of the brandy. «The Great Smooth One with the Bull The great, smooth Spanish Brandy. Wonderful mild and round taste. What is it due to? To the oak barrels, whose wood comes from Virginia across the Atlantic. To the 'soleras' system, an amazing method of years of permeation of old and young brandy. To the climate around Jerez, which makes the maturity so unique in the barrels. To the Osborne family, who upholds the old quality standards. The rest is a secret of the black bull.»
November 28, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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From America, Nov 1954: Corn Flakes ad from Kellogg's

(+Rice Krispies; Pep Wheat Flakes; All-Bran; 40% Bran Flakes; Raisin Bran; Sugar Corn Pops; Shredded Wheat; Sugar Smacks; Sugar Frosted Flakes; Corn-Soya; Kumbles; Variety; Snack-Pak; and Handi-Pak)
An advertisement featuring images of children with pigtails, freckles and beanies, eating breakfast. The ad promotes a variety of breakfast cereals, emphasizing their wholesome and flavorful qualities, with the slogan "K for Kellogg's, K for kids. Kellogg's, that's the name to reach for. K for Kellogg's. K for kids. Haven't you seen these little faces someplace before? Of course you have... right on the front of the Kellogg's Corn Flakes packages. You've prob- ably had breakfast with them many times, because Kellogg's Corn Flakes taste better to more people than any other cereal. In fact, more people ran out of Kellogg's Corn Flakes this morning than any other cereal of any kind. How are you fixed for Kellogg's Corn Flakes right now? It just doesn't pay to be fresh out. Some of our best customers look like this ... with freckles and hair ribbons and beanies and 150-watt lights in the eyes, as captured here by Norman Rockwell. Kids! The little people who've had us toeing the mark now for nearly 50 years. It all started back in 1906. That's when Mr. W. K. Kellogg got fired up with the idea of bringing people the good and wholesome grains in a new and most appetizing form. Kids liked what they tasted and they've never laid down their spoons. Today and every day, Kellogg's feeds more kids (and of course, more mamas and papas, too) than any other ready-to-eat cereal com- pany in the country. It's a wonderful responsibility, that keeps us hoping. We know that little appetites need to be coaxed, so Kellogg' makes everything to coax them with -- cereals in flakes, in puffs, in shreds. Some that go "Snap, Crackle, Pop." Some that are even sugar-coated. And all toasted in our radiant ovens to the last twinkle of freshness. All made to our still secret recipes with flavor that's never been duplicated. All rich in the stuff that makes little bodies shoot up and blossom and thrive. If there are any little spooner-uppers at your house, you might remember that this is...
November 28, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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From America, Dec 1963: Imperial Gold After Shave Lotion, Thistle & Plaid Cologne and Talc, 3-piece set ad from Kings Men

(+Imperial Gold 44 oz. 4-pc. set. After Shave Lotion, Cologne, Talc and Luxury Shave; Crown Crystal After Shave Lotion and Cologne, 2-piece set, and more)

«KINGS MEN»
A vintage advertisement for men's grooming products. Various gift sets are displayed, including aftershave, cologne, and talc, ideal as gifts to make employees feel appreciated and even to send roses to their wives. It emphasizes being generous and kind, especially during Christmas. KINGS MEN Now that Scrooge believes in Christmas, he doesn't go around grumbling to a lot of old ghosts and being stingy to his employees. He's kind and generous and gives them bonuses, raises and Kings Men Gift Sets. (He even sends roses to their wives.) MORAL: HELP STOMP OUT GHOSTS Give bonuses, raises, parties Also available in Canada Copyright, Kings Men Division, 1963
November 28, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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From Italy, Nov 1988: Scarpe ad from CANGURO

«Street Shoes»

[ENGinALT]
An advert for street shoes. It showcases a man wearing the shoes in an urban setting, highlighting their durability and style. The design focuses on robustness and comfort, making them suitable for various activities. «Street Shoes Jumps, stubborn kicks, braking with your feet, heel and toe games. Canguro shoes are built to support you. Robust on the street, soft inside. With strong leather stitched by hand, reinforced tips, soles in the best materials, laces that don't give way. Because with you, to go strong, it's not enough to be fashionable.»
November 28, 2025 at 7:37 AM
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From America, Nov 1955: Railroad Service ad from Santa Fe System Lines

(+Passenger Train Service; Freight Train Service; and Plant Sites)

«Blazing a New Santa Fe trail! New Main Line to Dallas»
An advertisement for a new railroad line connecting Dallas and Chicago. It highlights faster passenger and freight routes, the development of new plant sites, and the economic benefits for North Texas. Blazing a New Santa Fe trail! New Main Line to Dallas Santa Fe inaugurates shorter, faster passenger and freight route between Dallas and Chicago and other points It opens December 1st . . . Santa Fe's new main line into Dallas, the longest main line construction over new territory by any railroad in 25 years. It is 49.3 miles long. It begins a whole new Santa Fe rail service for travelers and shippers in the Dallas area. Better, faster service than ever before. It opens thousands of acres of newly developed plant sites to give the fast-growing industries of North Texas room to stretch. This is “modern pioneering” by America’s New Railroad. Another chapter in Santa Fe's long his- tory of trail blazing in North Texas that started way back in 1886. Pioneering—building new— that has never stopped. All along the line, people and communities feel the benefits of Santa Fe's building new, and day after day something new is being done to make “America’s New Railroad” better and better. The millions of dollars spent by Santa Fe in this building-new program comes from earned dollars -not one penny comes from taxes you pay. How Santa Fe's New Main Line into Dallas benefits North Texas NEW. The new Dallas main line provides daily Santa Fe Chief streamlined passenger service all the way between Chicago and Dallas without changing trains. NEW. The new Dallas main line cuts off hours of shipping time for freight from Chicago, the North and East— and provides more time for loading outbound freight at Dallas. NEW. The new Dallas main line makes possible the development of thousands of acres of fine plant sites, affording greater opportunity than ever before to pro- gressive and expanding industries locating in North Texas. SANTA FE SYSTEM LINES OTHER SANTA FE LINES LEADING TO...
November 28, 2025 at 6:37 AM
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From America, Nov 1964: Rum ad from Bacardi

(+Añejo Rum)

«It's Good Old Thanksgiving Eggnog time again!»
A vintage advertisement featuring elf-like figures preparing eggnog with rum. The advert promotes a festive drink recipe and encourages the use of rum in eggnog, suggesting an enjoyable and traditional way to celebrate Thanksgiving. It's Good Old Thanksgiving Eggnog time again! (and here's a time-saving, taste-tempting way to make it) 1 Stir half a bottle of Dark or Light Bacardi Rum (about 12 ounces) into a quart of dairy eggnog mix. 2 Fold in one cup of heavy cream, whipped. 3 Chill, then stir and serve with a light sprinkling of nutmeg. This popular recipe makes 12 to 15 servings-and dry, light-bodied Bacardi makes every mellow drop of it traditional, jolly and delicious! Bacardi Eggnog? Um-m-m-m-m! ENJOYABLE ALWAYS AND ALL WAYS
November 27, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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From America, Nov 1958: Sampler Chocolates ad from Whitman's

(+Fairhill Assortment; Devon Rose Assortment; and All Soft Centers Assortment)

«A WOMAN NEVER FORGETS THE MAN WHO REMEMBERS»
An assortment of chocolates, from a sampler to individual boxes, are offered in this advertisement. A pineapple sits beside a bowl of pouring chocolate sauce next to a variety of different chocolates, nuts and cherries. A WOMAN NEVER FORGETS THE MAN WHO REMEMBERS There's rare goodness and gracious giving in every assortment of Whitman's Chocolates The Famous Sampler, $2 lb. -in 1, 2. 3 and 5 lb. assortments Fairhill Assortment Devon Rose Assortment All Soft Centers Assortment Other assortments from $1.39 Remember her on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27 © 1958 STEPHEN F WHITMAN & SON, INC
November 27, 2025 at 9:37 PM