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Mar 1987: Colour TV and Video Recorder ad from Comet

(+Philips 51CM FSQ Vision Colour TV and Ferguson VHS Video; Grundig 51CM FST Colour TV and Philips VHS Video; Decca 22" Teletext Colour TV and Decca VHS Video; Goodmans 20" Teletext Colour TV and Philips VHS Video, and more)
This is a Comet advertisement, which features a range of televisions and video recorders from various brands like Goodmans, Decca, Philips, Grundig, Fidelity, and Amstrad. There are also special offers on select TVs and video recorders. The advertisement offers various deals on TVs and video recorders including 5 free video tapes with some products and 10 months interest free credit on certain purchases. There are also offers for instant credit and price matching. Thousands of square feet. Thousands of square deals. MORE COMPUTER OFFERS • MORE VIDEO OFFERS • MORE HI-FI OFFERS • MORE TV OFFERS • MORE MICROWAVE OFFERS • MORE FREEZER OFFERS • MORE COOKER OFFERS NEW TO COMET THE FANTASTIC GOODMANS RANGE GOODMANS 14" COLOUR TV Latest monitor styling LOWEST PRICE 14" COMET PRICE £139.95 8 push button channel controls Loop aerial Metallic grey finish Model 14X. 5 FREE VIDEO TAPES WITH THIS TV AND VIDEO GOODMANS 20" COLOUR TV WITH ALBA VHS VIDEO RECORDER Twin speaker design 8 push button controls Complete with stand and adjustable video shelf Model: 20X. Model: 4000 Video infra red remote control, 4 event, 14 day timer. Normal Comet price £549.90. SAVE £100 COMET PRICE £449.90 5 FREE VIDEO TAPES WITH THIS TV AND VIDEO TURBO TEXT TELETEXT GOODMANS 20" COLOUR TV 29 channels 4 page ITU ORACHITU SAVE £100 COMET PRICE £279.95 memory Infra-red remote control Twin speaker design Complete with stand and adjustable video shelf Model: 20XRT. TELETEXT DECCA 22 Infra-red rem 5 FREE VIDEO TAPES WITH THIS TV AND VIDEO DECCA 22" TELETEXT COLOUR TV AND DECCA VHS VIDEO VRH 8490 DK red remote control Model: DV9499. Plus Decca VHS DV9499. Norm recorder Model: VRH 8490 DK with remote control 35 mel tuning Normal Comet price £709.90. SAVE £110 COMET PRICE £599.90 FULL REMOTE CONTROL GOODMANS 14" COLOUR TV The portable with full REMOTE CONTROL COMET PRICE £159.95 feature infra red remote control 8 channel direct access LED display Switch off via remote control Model: 14XR. GOODMANS 20"...
February 17, 2026 at 1:06 PM
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1980: Kitchenware, Storage and Accessories from Argos

(+Prestige Kitchen Tool Set; Cole & Mason Spice Rack; Prestige Kitchen Cutlery Set; 6 Piece Cutlery Set; Skyline Kitchen Tool And Knife Set; Kitchen Tool Set; Skyline Kitchen Tool Set, and more)
This is a catalogue page featuring kitchenware, kitchen tools, cutlery sets, spice racks, dish drainers, and food storage containers. It showcases products from brands like Prestige and Cole & Mason. The page provides a variety of items suitable for cooking, food preparation, and storage in the home. (+6 Piece Cutlery Set Cole & Mason Clear Acrylic Pepper Mill And Salt Mill Set Cole & Mason Spice Rack Defrosting Set Homeproud 3 Tier Dish Drainer Kitchen Tool Set Nutbrown Icing Outfit Piece Basin Set Piece Fridge/freezer Set Prestige Kitchen Cutlery Set Prestige Kitchen Tool Set Skyline Kitchen Tool And Knife Set Skyline Kitchen Tool Set Skyline Nylon Bladed Kitchen Tool Set Tler Dish Drainer and Wooden Pepper Mill And Salt Shaker Set)
February 17, 2026 at 12:06 PM
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1992: Home Cleaning Appliances and Floor Care from Argos

(+Hoover U2662 Turbo-master Freedom Upright Cleaner; Philips Hl1732 Tri-vac 3-in-1 Cleaner; Hoover S4470 Aquamaster Multi System Cleaner; Hoover U2602 Turbo-power Plus Upright Cleaner, and more)
This catalogue page features various vacuum cleaners and carpet cleaning machines from brands like Hoover, Philips, Electrolux, Panasonic, Goblin, Hitachi and Vax. The products range from upright cleaners and multi-system cleaners to wet/dry vacuums and steam cleaners. Some include additional features such as built-in tools, special attachments and free items. (+Aqua Vac 620 Wet/dry Vacuum Cleaner Aqua Vac Super 30 Wet/dry Vacuum Cleaner Electrolux 1070 Twin Turbo Super Upright Cleaner Electrolux 1250 Glider Upright Cleaner Electrolux 1410 "Contour" Upright Cleaner Electrolux 1460 "Contour" Varipower Upright Cleaner Electrolux Masterlux 3-in-1 Cleaner Goblin Multi-system Goblin Plus 1000 Wet/dry Vacuum Cleaner Goblin Steamatic Steam Cleaner Hitachi Powerhouse Cvs600 Upright Cleaner Hoover Aquamaster Hoover S4470 Aquamaster Multi System Cleaner Hoover U2408 Turbo-power Hoover U2602 Turbo-power Plus Upright Cleaner Hoover U2662 Turbo-master Freedom Upright Cleaner Panasonic Mc-e41n Upright Cleaner Panasonic Mc-e42n Upright Cleaner Panasonic Mc-e43n Upright Cleaner Philips Hl1732 Tri-vac 3-in-1 Cleaner Philips Hl3687/8 Upright Cleaner and Vax 2000 Complete Carpet Care Machine)
February 17, 2026 at 8:06 AM
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1992: Tableware, Kitchenware and Home Décor from Argos

(+Sheraton Decanter And Wine Glass Stand; Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Brandy; Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Wine; Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Square Decanter, and more)
This catalogue page features a variety of crystal and glassware sets, including whisky glasses, wine glasses, decanters, and serving sets from brands like Bohemia, Edinburgh Crystal, Ravenhead, and Luminarc. The products range in price and come in various styles, including cut crystal and contemporary designs. (+Bohemia Brandy Bohemia Flute Bohemia Fruit Bowl Bohemia Whisky Bohemia Wine Crystal D'arques Longchamp Wine Glasses Dema International Chenille White Wine Glasses Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Brandy Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Square Decanter Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Whisky Edinburgh Crystal Continental Collection Lorraine Wine Eternal Beau 12 Piece Tumbler Set Luminarc Octime 18 Piece Set Luminarc Wine Glasses Mirage 18 Piece Tuimbler Set Ravenhead 36 Piece Home Starter Set Ravenhead Avalon 24 Piece Entertainer Set Ravenhead Style 18 Piece Set Ravenhead White Fire 9 Piece Dessert Set and Sheraton Decanter And Wine Glass Stand)
February 17, 2026 at 7:06 AM
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1986: Tools, Garden and Materials Handling from Argos

(+Bosch Pst55-Pe Orbital Action Variable Speed Jigsaw; Black & Decker Dn66 Woodworker Plunge Action Router; Bosch Pof52 Plunging Router; Bosch Pst 50-E Jigsaw; Black & Decker Dn538Se Variable Speed Jigsaw, and more)
This catalogue page features a selection of tools for woodworking and DIY, including circular saws, jigsaws, routers, and router bit sets. It also features garden items, like hedge trimmers, clippers, a compost bin, hose reels and trolleys. (+Black & Decker 8 Piece Router Bit Set Black & Decker A4057 Router Bit Set Black & Decker D2310 Router Table Black & Decker De Luxe Reinforced Hose and Cassette Black & Decker Dn531 Power Jigsaw Black & Decker Dn538Se Variable Speed Jigsaw Black & Decker Dn66 Woodworker Plunge Action Router Black & Decker GS400 Mains Electric Garden Clippers Black & Decker Mains DN402 Electric Chain Saw Black & Decker Move-It-All Bosch PHS 46G Mains Electric Hedge Trimmer Bosch Pks46 6 Inch Circular Saw Bosch Pof52 Plunging Router Bosch Pst 50-E Jigsaw Bosch Pst55-Pe Orbital Action Variable Speed Jigsaw Croydex Husky Thru-Feed Hose Reel Croydex Reinforced Flat Hose and Reel Dog Loo Essex Large Enricher Compost Bin Haltrac 3-In-1 Trolley Hozelock-Asl Courier Pressure Sprayer and Incinerator)
February 16, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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Apr 1880: Bent Wood Furniture ad from Thonet Brothers

(+Furniture)

«BENT WOOD FURNITURE.
THONET BROTHERS,
VIENNA,»
This vintage advertisement features bent wood furniture from Thonet Brothers of Vienna. The ad notes that they are the original inventors and manufacturers of the products. It also lists prize medals awarded at various exhibitions, and their London Depot address is provided. A book of designs and price list is available free per post. BENT WOOD FURNITURE. THONET BROTHERS, VIENNA, ORIGINAL INVENTORS AND MANUFACTURERS OF THE ABOVE. London Depot: 417, OXFORD ST., W. PRIZE MEDALS Awarded : London, 1851, 1862; Paris, 1855, 1867; Stettin, 1865; Hamburg, 1862; Cassel, 1870, &c., &c. JURORS-EXHIBITIONS-Vienna, 1873; Philadelphia, 1876. PARIS, THE LEGION OF HONOUR and TWO GOLD MEDALS have been awarded for excellence and perfection of their Invention and Manufacture. Book of Designs and Price List free per post.
February 16, 2026 at 8:06 PM
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Jun 1953: Marmite ad

«spread Marmite»
This is an advertisement for Marmite, a yeast extract food spread. The ad emphasizes the versatility and nutritional benefits of Marmite as a sandwich spread. spread Marmite WHEN you spread a little Marmite with the butter, you add a lot of relish to the sandwich. You also add goodness. For Marmite contains B, vitamins in their natural form. And what savoury picnic snacks Marmite makes ! Try it between biscuits, or crispbreads. Or in split bridge-rolls. Add it to egg, cheese, tomato or cress sandwiches. It spreads quickly and easily and costs next to nothing because you need so little. Enough for sixty delicious sandwiches. Wonderful for cooking too !
February 16, 2026 at 7:06 PM
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Dec 1992: VI-1860 video ad from Samsung

«Samsung video, one glant leap for video lovers.»
This advertisement celebrates milestones in human achievement, juxtaposing man's first flight, the conquest of Everest, the moon landing, with man programming a video recorder. It touts the Samsung VI-1860 video recorder, winner of a Best Buy award, and praises its ease of use. Samsung video, one glant leap for video lovers. In winning a Best Buy award from What Video? magazine (August 1992 under £400 category) our new top of the range VI-1860 video achieved a perfect 10 out of 10 for ease of use. One small step for a Technology that works for life.
February 16, 2026 at 1:06 PM
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Nov 1954: Drinking Chocolate ad from Cadbury's

«CADBURY'S DRINKING CHOCOLATE»
This is an advertisement for Cadbury's Drinking Chocolate. It features a cartoon image of a gathering in a house and text that mentions how the product is quick to mix, and describes the product as "delicious and chocolatey. CADBURY'S DRINKING CHOCOLATE Now mixes 4 times quicker Cadbury's Drinking Chocolate mixes even quicker, smoother and easier now. Yet it is still as de- licious and chocolatey as ever. To make, just sprinkle 3 teaspoonfuls on each cup of hot milk; give one quick stir; and it's ready. 1/7 a half-pound tin.
February 16, 2026 at 12:06 PM
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May 1971: Garden Furniture ad from Eaden Lilley

(+Swing Hammock; Garden Umbrella; Sun Lounger With Adjustable Back; and Garden Chair)

«GARDEN FURNITURE at EADEN LILLEY'S»
An advertisement for garden furniture at Eaden Lilley's, featuring a swing hammock, garden umbrella, sun lounger with adjustable back, and garden chair. The text states that there is a wide selection from Denmark, Holland and Great Britain and the items are now on display in our basement, together with special offers on all lawn mowers. GARDEN FURNITURE at EADEN LILLEY'S Choose from our wide selection from Denmark, Holland and Great Britain. Garden Chairs from only £1.10. GARDEN CHAIR (far left) High back, adjusts to five comfortable posi- tions, deep foam cushions. Colourst blue mixture, orange mixture £5.95 SUN LOUNGER with adjustable back Fully reclinable chair with fitted footrest, adjusts to five positions, deep foam cushions £7.05 GARDEN UMBRELLA, two sizes, assorted floral patterns 180mm £12.30, 200mm £13.95 Stove enamelled tubular frame, deep foam cushions with removable covers, seats three persons, blue or gold £28.85 SWING HAMMOCK NOW ON DISPLAY IN OUR BASEMENT, TOGETHER WITH SPECIAL OFFERS ON ALL LAWN MOWERS - 'PHONE 58822
February 16, 2026 at 8:06 AM
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#Christmas 2000: Candles, Fragrant Home and Christmas Gifts from Sainsbury's

(+Carolina Designs Tealight Holder; Carolina Designs 10-Pack Dinner Candle Set; Silver-Wrapped Foil Pillar Candles; Star Cube Candle; Carolina Designs Hollyberry Cube Candle; Christmas Spice Pot Pourri, and more)
This catalogue page features a selection of candles, ideal as Christmas gifts. The selection includes scented varieties and items suitable for home decoration. The candles are available in different styles, scents, and packaging. (+Carolina Designs 10-Pack Dinner Candle Set Carolina Designs Champagne Candle In Glass Holder Carolina Designs Champagne Candles X4 Carolina Designs Christmas Sparkle Candle In Small Glass Holder Carolina Designs Christmas Sparkle Candles X4 Carolina Designs Hollyberry Candle In Large Glass Holder Carolina Designs Hollyberry Cube Candle Carolina Designs Tealight Holder Christmas Spice Fragrance Candle Christmas Spice Pot Pourri Hollyberry And Christmas Sparkle Tealights Mini Star-Shaped Gold Candles Silver-Wrapped Foil Pillar Candles and Star Cube Candle)
February 16, 2026 at 7:06 AM
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Jul 1970: Groceries ad from Fine Fare

(+Rodgers Old Scots Whisky; Embassy Tipped Cigarettes; Economy Packs Steak And Kidney; Prime Chickens; New Potatoes; Kennomeat; Winalot Meal; Red Heart Dog Food; Chunky; Top Cat; SPC Bartlett Pears; Chopped Ham & Pork; Hartleys New Jam; Toilet Tissue, and more)
This advertisement is for Fine Fare, and features various grocery items such as tinned fruits and beans, canned meats, pet foods, scotch whisky, cigarettes, chicken, steak, kidney, and new potatoes. Bargain Fortnight... down at FINE FARE CAMBRIDGE EVENING NEWS, Th SPC CHOICE FRESH FROM AUSTRALIA AUSTRALIAN BARTLETT PEARS QUARTERS IN HEAVY SYRUP NS CONTENTS 29 OZ (1 18. 13 02) 822 GRAM 1 lb 13 oz BREN) CHIVERS HARTLEY (TIL Pennies off Pet Foods (2d off pack)........ FINE FARE Large (3d off pack). CHOPPED HAM & PORK Large (4d off pack). (Large (4d off pack). 7 oz Chunky Large (3 varieties) (3 varieties) CROSSE & BLACKWELL Baked Beans in tomato sauce 8 oz HARTLEY new Јам THIRALE DE STRAWBERRY FINE FARE 12 oz. 6 varieties excluding Black Cherry double-soft TOILET TISSUE NESTLÉ's Ideal FULL CREAM EVAPORATED MILK VITAMIN D INCREASED Rodgers Old ** DOUBLES 5.COLOURS bottle Scols Whisky (available at Licensed Stores only) Embassy Tipped Cigarettes 20's (not available at some small stores) PRIME 34-3 lb CHICKENS each (while stocks last) ECONOMY PACKS STEAK AND KIDNEY +lb HOME GROWN NEW POTATOES b (NOT AVAILABLE AT SOME SMALLER STORES)
February 15, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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1999: Personal Audio and Mini Discs from Argos

(+With Car Kit; Aiwa Amfs Personal Minidisc Recorder; Sharp Md-M5702h Personal Minidisc Recorder; Sony Mzr35 Personal Minidisc Recorder; Sony Wm-Fx483 Walkman With Radio; Sony Wm-Ex562 Walkman; Sony Wm-Ex560 Walkman, and more)
This catalogue page features a selection of Sony Walkmans, Radios and MiniDisc players. It also describes the features of minidisc technology. (+Aiwa Amfs Personal Minidisc Recorder Sharp Md-M5702h Personal Minidisc Recorder Sony Mzr35 Personal Minidisc Recorder Sony Smdw74 Hc Minidiscs Sony Srf-M32 Walkman Radio Sony Wm-Ex372 Walkman Sony Wm-Ex402 Walkman Sony Wm-Ex560 Walkman Sony Wm-Ex562 Walkman Sony Wm-Fx163 Walkman With Radio Sony Wm-Fx261 Walkman With Radio Sony Wm-Fx373 Walkman With Radio Sony Wm-Fx473 Walkman With Radio Sony Wm-Fx483 Walkman With Radio and With Car Kit)
February 15, 2026 at 8:06 PM
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February 15, 2026 at 7:43 PM
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#Christmas 1984: Electronics and Special Offers from Dixons

(+Monitor-style Tv + Vhs Video; 20" Colour Television + Remote Control Vhs Video; Christmas Hamper; and Video Cabinet)
This catalogue page advertises Dixons' offers on Saisho TVs and video players, including a free Christmas hamper and video cabinet with selected purchases. It features bundle deals on televisions and VCRs with attractive pricing. (+20" Colour Television + Remote Control Vhs Video Christmas Hamper Monitor-style Tv + Vhs Video and Video Cabinet)
February 15, 2026 at 7:39 PM
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1996: Bedroom and Home Accessories from Habitat

(+Margarita 4'6" Bed; Berwick Bedside Cabinet; Rio Bedlinen Sets; Brighton Bedspread; Bedouin Wardrobe Frame; Michigan Frame; Oliver Tablelamp; Minos Chair; Canvas Laundry Bag; and Canvas Shoe Bag)
This catalogue page showcases a bedroom setting with furniture and accessories. Featured are beds, bedside cabinets, wardrobe frames, bed linen, chairs, laundry bags, and frames. The items are presented with prices and descriptions, offering a range of options for bedroom decor and organization. (+Bedouin Wardrobe Frame Berwick Bedside Cabinet Brighton Bedspread Canvas Laundry Bag Canvas Shoe Bag Margarita 4'6" Bed Michigan Frame Minos Chair Oliver Tablelamp and Rio Bedlinen Sets)
February 15, 2026 at 7:38 PM
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Feb 1994: Pork Loin Steak ad from Safeway

(+Frozen Cheesecakes; 4 Chicken Breast Portions; Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice; Minced Beef & Onion Pies; Birds Eye Steakhouse 2 Pieces of Southern Fried Chicken; Flora; Andrex White Tissues 125 pack; Homepride Flour; Easy Cook Rice, and more)
This is a Safeway advert from 1994. It is offering Pork Loin Steak at a reduced price. There are a number of other products at a reduced price. It's a family-friendly advert, suggesting shopping at Safeway can save money during school holidays. Pork Loin Steak. Yet another price chop from Safeway. EVERYDAY LOW PRICES With all the kid's favourites at great value prices, this half term out of school doesn't mean out of pocket at Safeway. Safeway Baked Beans in Tomato Sauce 4 x 420g.. .ONLY 82P Safeway White Sliced Bread (Thick/Medium/Thin)800g .ONLY 29P (Excludes in-store bakery) Safeway Digestives 400g .ONLY 45P Heinz Tomato Ketchup (Squeezable) 460g.. ONLY 85P Safeway Skipjack Tuna Steaks in Olive Oil 200g ONLY 59P Safeway Assorted Crisps 6 pack ONLY 59P Safeway Fruit Cocktail in Syrup 415g.. ONLY 49P Rowntree's Jelly (All varieties) 135g.. .ONLY 33P Safeway Full Cream Evaporated Milk 410g. .ONLY 40P Safeway Easy Cook Rice (Excludes Easy Cook Brown Rice) 1kg. ONLY 99P Safeway 4 Chicken Breast Portions (Part-boned) per lb ONLY £2.09 Safeway Pork Loin Steak per lb. £2.48* £1.98 SAVE 50P perlb. SPECIAL OFFERS Great offers and big savings for a limited period. Birds Eye Steakhouse 2 Pieces of Southern Fried Chicken (Frozen) £1.39 99p. SAVE 40P Safeway Very Low Fat Yogurt 125g 29p 19p.. .SAVE 10P Safeway Oranges (Loose) Class 1 Each 22p 15p. .SAVE7P Safeway Minced Beef and Onion Pies 4 pack £1.45 99p. SAVE 46P (From the chiller cabinet) Put some fizz into this half term with Safeway Sparkling Cherryade, Limeade or Orangeade 2 litre 64p 39p. SAVE 25 P Items subject to availability. Items reduced have been on sale at the higher price at most of our stores. Offers and items may not be available in smaller stores, Gibraltar, Channel Isles or Isle of Man. Multi Save offers not available on stock clearance lines. Items illustrated are serving suggestions. Offers valid until at least 20th February 1994. *Cross-through price relates to standard size packs. Homepride ...
February 15, 2026 at 7:37 PM
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Nov 1991: VHS Hi-Fi Stereo Video Recorder ad from Currys

(+LCD Programmable Video Recorder; Double Decker Video Recorder; and Satellite Dish and Remote Control Stereo Receiver)

«Gifts for all the family»
This advertisement features a variety of video recorders and satellite equipment. The ad showcases products from Amstrad, Toshiba, and Hitachi. Deals and promotions are highlighted for each product including 0% interest for 6-10 months, and chequeback offers. Gifts for all the family AMSTRAD Double Decker Video* Watch one video while recording another • Long play facility for up to 16 hour recording • 8 programme, 1 month timer Model 8900. CURRYS PRICE £399.99 OR YOURS TODAY FOR ONLY £16 PER MONTH (Minimum monthly payment). Total amount payable £627.19. * Copying of tapes may require permission of the copyright owner. TOSHIBA NICAM+ VHS Hi-Fi Stereo Video 4 head system for superb picture quality Long play facility On-screen programming Model VS611. Was £449.99. SAVE £150 £50 OFF YOUR HOLIDAY Ask for details CURRYS PRICE £399.99 HITACHI NICAM+ VHS Hi-Fi Stereo Video 4 heads for superb picture quality Long play facility On-screen displays Auto head cleaning system Model 770. 10 MONTHS 0% £50 CHEQUEBACK OFFER Ask for details CURRYS PRICE £499.99 20% DEPOSIT. 10 DIRECT DEBIT MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF £40. HITACHI LCD Programmable Video • Long play facility for extended recording time Model VTM822. £50 CURRYS PRICE CHEQUEBACK OFFER Ask for details £329.99 6 MONTHS 0% INTEREST WHEN YOU SUBSCRIBE TO BOTH MOVIE *SHINO SENHO AMSTRAD Satellite Dish and Remote Control Stereo Receiver with Built-in Decoder 60cm mesh dish offers the lates satellite viewing in England and Wales • Superb stereo sound when played through a stereo TV or Hi-Fi Model SRD460. SEE WHAT YOU'RE MISSING THIS CHRISTMAS Don't miss the superb selection of recent blockbuster movies on Sky Movies Plus and The Movie Channel including 'Harlem Nights', 'Wild at Heart', 'Look Who's Talking', 'Driving Miss Daisy' and 'The Fabulous Baker Boys'. Plus exciting coverage on Sky Sports including the FA Cup, German and Italian football and WWF Wrestling. 6 MONTHSA 0% CURRYS PRICE £199.99** VideoCrypt 20% DFPOSIT. 6 DIRECT ...
February 15, 2026 at 7:06 PM
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1988: Toys from Argos

(+Castle Lovelylocks; Barbie "Living Pretty" Bedroom Module; Perfume Pretty Barbie Styling Centre; Oh Penny Big House Set; Oh Penny Stable Set; Sindy's Kitchen/Cafe; Magic Touch Beauty Salon; Magic Touch Grand Piano; Doctor Barbie; Perfume Pretty Barbie, and more)
This catalogue page features a range of toys, including dolls, dollhouses, playsets, and styling centres, showcasing brands like Barbie, Sindy, and Penny. The items include bedroom modules, doll fashions, and kitchen cafes. (+Barbie "Living Pretty" Bedroom Module Castle Lovelylocks Doctor Barbie Doctor Barbie Loving Care Playcase Dress Me Barbie And Fashions Lady Lovely Locks Doll Magic Touch Beauty Salon Magic Touch Grand Piano Magic Touch Tea Table Oh Penny Big House Set Oh Penny Stable Set Party Pink Barbie Perfume Pretty Barbie Perfume Pretty Barbie Styling Centre Princess Magic Touch Doll Sindy's Kitchen/Cafe Superstar Sindy “Fun Knit” Sindy “Pastiche" Doll's Fashions and “Romance 'n' Roses” Sindy)
February 15, 2026 at 1:06 PM
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Jul 1922: OMO Bleacher ad from R.S. Hudson Limited

«OMO BLEACHER-CLEANSER-PURIFIER»
This advertisement promotes OMO Bleacher, a product that claims to provide cleanliness and freshness to white clothes. It emphasizes the product's ability to bring oxygen properties into the process of bleaching and purifying clothes but says that clothes must be boiled. The ad advises against using the product for colours, woollens, or flannels. OMO BLEACHER-CLEANSER-PURIFIER Winsome Whiteness. WHITE frocks on the golden sands-the snowy purity of whiteness with the clean freshness of the sea. Omo enhances the charm and simplicity of white things. Liren washed with Omo is distinctive because of its dazzling whiteness. OMO brings to the copper all the bleaching and purifying qualities of pure fresh air. But the clothes must be boiled to make the oxygen properties fully effective. NOT FOR COLOURS, WOOLLENS, OR FLANNELS. Put the white things into cold water with OMO, bring to the boil, let them boil for half-an- hour, rinse and hang to dry. IN PACKETS EVERYWHERE OMO is made by Hudson's-a name famous in every household. R. S. HUDSON LIMITED. Liverpool, West Bromwich and London. 0162-25%
February 15, 2026 at 12:06 PM
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1990: Living Room Furniture and Bedroom Furniture from Great Universal

(+Desk; Five Drawer Chest; Bookshelf; Tallboy; Three Drawer Chest; Dressing Table; Four Drawer Chest; Corner Storage Unit; Cupboard Unit; Headboard; Wardrobe; Three Door Sliding Wardrobe; Two Drawer Wardrobe, and more)
This catalogue page showcases a range of bedroom and living room furniture in white, blue, red, and pine finishes, and advertises package deals with significant savings. Items include wardrobes, drawer chests, beds, desks, and storage units, all designed for easy home assembly. (+Bookshelf Cabin Bed Combi Robe Corner Storage Unit Cupboard Unit Desk Dressing Table Five Drawer Chest Four Drawer Chest Headboard Low Bed Tallboy Three Door Sliding Wardrobe Three Drawer Chest Two Door Sliding Wardrobe Two Drawer Wardrobe and Wardrobe)
February 15, 2026 at 8:06 AM
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#Christmas 1962: Audio Visual, General and Accessories from Dixons

(+Kodak Sound 8 Model Ie; Silmasound; Leitz Cinovid; Elmo Fp 8Mm.; Eumig P8 Phonomatic; Eumig P8 Automatic; Specto Greyline; Bolex 18-5; Kodak A15; Eumig P8 Zoom; Compact 8; and Eumig P8 Standard)
This catalogue page features a selection of 8mm sound movie projectors from brands like Eumig, Bolex, Kodak, and Leitz. It highlights various models with features like automatic threading, zoom lenses, sound recording capabilities, and optional accessories. The page advertises the opportunity to make "talkie" films at home. (+Bolex 18-5 Compact 8 Elmo Fp 8Mm. Eumig P8 Automatic Eumig P8 Phonomatic Eumig P8 Standard Eumig P8 Zoom Kodak A15 Kodak Sound 8 Model Ie Leitz Cinovid Silmasound and Specto Greyline)
February 15, 2026 at 7:06 AM
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#Christmas 1981: Sweet Treats from Boots

(+Elsenham Small Dish Pack, Selection Of Preserves And Marmalade; Cadbury's Milk Chocolate Biscuits 600g. Regal Presentation Tin; Mrs. Beetons Two-handled Basket With Preserves And Mincemeat; Jacksons Of Piccadilly Teas Selection, and more)
This catalogue page features a selection of preserves, jellies, mustards, chutneys, shortbread fingers, biscuits and assorted candies from brands like Boots, Mrs. Bridges, Elsenham, Jacksons Of Piccadilly and Paterson's, along with information on gift packs. (+A Traditional Onion Chutney With Coriander Apple And Mint Jelly Apple And Sage Jelly Black Cherry Preserve With Madeira Wine Blackberry And Apple Preserve Cadbury's Milk Chocolate Biscuits 600g. Regal Presentation Tin Cider Vinegar Mustard With Mixed Spices Country Vegetable Chutney Elsenham Minis Packof 4 Elsenham Small Dish Pack, Selection Of Preserves And Marmalade Gooseberry And Elderflower Preserve Jacksons Of Piccadilly Teas Selection Lemon And Green Lime Marmalade Mrs. Beetons Two-handled Basket With Preserves And Mincemeat Mrs. Bridges Assorted Candy Mrs. Bridges Kitchen Casserole With Country Honey Mrs. Bridges Watering Can With Honey Marmalade Old Fashioned Grapefruit Marmalade Orange Marmalade With Cointreau Paterson's Scottish Shortbread Fingers 400g Real Ale Mustard With Sesame Seeds Redcurrant Jelly With Port Strawberry Preserve With Rosehip Tomato And Green Apple Chutney With Chives and Traditional Wholegrain Mustard With Wine Vinegar)
February 14, 2026 at 9:06 PM
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Feb 1983: Value Items ad from Boots

(+King Bin Liners, roll of 40; Elsève Shampoo, 250ml; Harmony Hairspray 180ml; Pure Set Honey, llb; Lucozade, 25 fl oz; Large Tissues, average 100; Macleans Toothpaste 125ml; Multiwrap Peachnut Oil Soap, bath size 3-pack, and more)

«So much more to value»
An advertisement by Boots, showcasing various products from tissues to food, all under the heading of value. A woman and child are shown with a Boots shopping bag, emphasizing the affordability and family-friendly nature of the items. So much more to value Available from most branches of Boots. All items subject to stock availability. Prices refer to Great Britain and may not apply in the Channel Islands or Northern Ireland. Offer prices apply until 26th February 1983.
February 14, 2026 at 8:06 PM
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1996: Answering Machines, Answercall and Cordless Telephones from Argos

(+Bt Response 50 Answering Machine; Bt Response 10 Answering Machine; Lazerbuilt Phonemate 3800 Answering Machine; Morphy Richards Tx240 Remote Answering Machine; Dialatron Designer 240 Answering Machine, and more)
This catalogue page features a selection of Cordless Telephones and Answering Machines. It also provides a guide to choosing the right answering machine, highlighting key features and advantages of more sophisticated models. (+Answercall Pace Answering Machine Answercall Sprint Answering Machine Binatone Telecorder 210 Answering Machine Bt Freestyle 1000 Answering Machine With Cordless Phone Bt Response 10 Answering Machine Bt Response 50 Answering Machine Dialatron Designer 240 Answering Machine Geemarc Ansamac 100 Lazerbuilt Phonemate 3800 Answering Machine Morphy Richards Tx200 Answering Machine Morphy Richards Tx200r Answering Machine Morphy Richards Tx240 Remote Answering Machine Sharp Cla400 Cordless Answering Machine Sharp Cordless 500f Answering Machine With Cordless Telephone and Southwestern Bell Ff900 Multi Handset Cordless To Telephone System)
February 14, 2026 at 7:06 PM