Old International Print Ads

A collection of no-cord clocks designed for various tastes and rooms, all powered by a flashlight battery. Featured are traditional, stargazing, bathroom, frilly, thyme-keeping, and early-American styles. Big Ben's family name is Westclox. But Westclox No-Cords certainly need no plug. Westclox No-Cord Clocks are styled to delight many different tastes, but all have one beautifully practical feature that pleases everybody; they run up to a full year on an ordinary flashlight battery. Of course, Westclox makes many other Decorator Wall Clocks not shown here, including those that do plug in. And nursery clocks. And kitchen clocks. And even bathroom clocks! Beginning with famous “Big Ben” for the bedside, there's a Westclox for every room in the house, and for every gift you'd want to give. Or get. In fact, Westclox makes more clocks than anybody. 273 different models, to be accurate. And they are. No-Cord Electronic Transistorized Clocks shown: 1. TRENTON. Unique double frame. Marbleized matte. Mounts flush. $24.95*. 2. GRANBY-Black and brass color spokes harmonize with most decors. $19.95*. 3. POWDERETTE-The band is removable and washable. $12.95*. 4. MADRID. Spanish grillwork motif borders dial. Neutral colors suit any color scheme. $9.98*. 5. PENNSYLVANIA SPICE CHEST. Holds spice bottles or flowers. Cherry wood finish case. $19.95*. 6. RAMPART-Basket weave textured case. Colonial cherry finish. $18.95*. *SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE

From America, Mar 1967: No-Cord Electronic Transistorized Clocks ad from Westclox

(+Trenton; Granby; Powderette; Madrid; Pennsylvania Spice Chest; and Rampart)

«Big Ben's family name is Westclox.»

A vintage advertisement features a succulent glazed ham, adorned with orange slices and cherries, resting on a silver platter. The image promotes various food products, emphasizing freshness, quality, and savings. It encourages shopping at the supermarket for all food needs. Serve a SUNNYFIELD HAM for Easter! (An actual photograph of Sunnyfield Ham) We disagree with the photographer! "Magnificent!" shouted our supercritical photographer as he leveled his eye at this picture. "How come?" we asked in utter disappointment. "You missed the tempting extras which lift this glorious SUNNYFIELD HAM above all others. You didn't catch the delicate pink texture of the tender meat. You failed to capture that lip-smacking savoriness of each slice. And, sad to say, you've only suggested the spicy, flavory aroma that rises with heavenly impact!" Perhaps "smell-o-vision" is needed to enjoy fully this Easter treat. Or, better still, taste SUNNYFIELD HAM yourself either smoked or cooked ready-to-eat. Try A&P's other fancy Sunnyfield smoked meat products, such as: bacon, smoked picnics, boneless butts, boiled ham and Canadian-style bacon all priced to bring you substantial savings. And remember, all of A&P's fresh meats bear the Super-Right seal your guarantee of tender, tasty beef, lamb, veal and pork. You'll also enjoy the mighty fine brands of sausage which we select with utmost care. Shop all the departments in your A&P Super Market. Here you'll find fruits and vegetables that are hours fresher butter, eggs, milk and cheese direct from the nation's better poultry farms and dairies. Note that the low prices are not "week-end specials" but regular prices, six days a week. Try the 33 Ann Page Foods Marvel "Enriched" Bread and Jane Parker Rolls, Cakes and Donuts A&P Teas and Coffees White House Evaporated Milk and many others. These fine foods are made and sold by A&P quality guarded from source to sale thriftiness assured by A&P's direct-to-you selling method. Be sure to look...

From America, Mar 1942: Sunnyfield Ham ad from A&P

(+Beef; Lamb; Veal; Pork; Sausage; Bacon; Smoked Picnics; Boneless Butts; Boiled Ham; Canadian-style Bacon; Butter; Eggs; Milk; Cheese; 33 Ann Page Foods; Marvel Bread; Jane Parker Rolls; Jane Parker Cakes; Jane Parker Donuts; Teas, and more)

This vintage advertisement features a smiling couple enjoying a meal. A bottle and a mug of beer are prominently displayed, alongside steak and salad. The ad highlights the beer as a premium choice, perfect for light-hearted moments. For your Light-hearted moments... THIS IS THE ONE Falstaff Brewing Corp., St. Louis, Mo. FALSTAFF...America's premium quality Beer! For the light, bright taste of beer at its Premium Quality best... this is the one! Falstaff ... refreshing as a light-hearted moment! A good, cold Falstaff for you, perhaps about now? You'll know it, too. For cool brilliance of taste, light beer of quality, every time... this is the one! Falstaff. Coast to coast, America's choice for its light-hearted moments. R2

From America, Mar 1963: Falstaff Beer ad from Falstaff Brewing Corp.

(+Steak and Salad)

«For your Light-hearted moments... THIS IS THE ONE»

Showcasing technologically advanced machines, this advertisement illustrates the progression toward modern manufacturing. It emphasizes the importance of customer satisfaction through individually optimized investment. The company focuses on practical application to improve understanding of the machines. «The Pfronten Demonstration Model. With the introduction of the first numerically controlled MAHO milling and boring machine, it started in 1973. And on its basis, it continued on the way to modern manufacturing. Step by step, with much success. Today there are over 20,000. To machine all possible workpieces: Faster, more flexible and more effective than was previously possible. So we have grown step by step. And with us, our tasks and our responsibility towards our customers. This is how customers are brought closer to the decision-making process regarding MAHO machines, which individually pay off best as an investment, makes it easier. And shorter. To make it so, we have opened four new sales and demonstration centers, where turning and milling machines are on display. Where our customers can see how the machines work and what the machining of their own production looks like in MAHO practice. It also includes that they can learn everything about our CNC controls and the programs that go beyond that. From a simple data transfer system to complex 3D-CAD/CAM system, and other CIM components. Everything in theory and practice. And that also applies to the training and educational opportunities at MAHO. And so that the journey is also shorter the other way around, our service technicians are stationed here at the same time. So our customers are faster with us, and we are also faster with them. What could be more obvious than to speak of a model that demonstrates what a better understanding looks like.»

From Germany, Mar 1989: CNC Machines ad from Maho

(+CNC Milling Machines; Boring machines; Turning machines; 3D-CAD/CAM Systems; and CIM Components)

«The Pfronten Demonstration Model.»

[ENGinALT]

A 1960s advertisement for knitting wool and patterns. It features a woman wearing a knitted cardigan and striped scarf set. The advert promotes the quality and modern design of the brand, and highlights the trendy color range of the time. VILLAWOOL Cardigan and striped scarf. Design 8 from "Vacation Knits" No. 4, 35c (3/6). In Speediknit, 28c (2/10) per 1 oz. ball. Available from all leading wool stockists. Why is it that, every year, only Villawool hits a new fashion note with every design? Why? Because only Villawool is always on the "fashion ball". Only Villawool brings a new, modern dash-with the zing of tomorrow today - to hand knitting every year. Only Villawool designs - even traditional classics- are vital and up-to-date in every yarn. Add the trend-setting 1966 colour range and Australia's best quality wools and you have Villawool - the only fashion in knitting. Make sure, make it Villawool! Villawood Textile Company, 255 George Street, Sydney Page 8-KNITTING AND CROCHET The Australian Women's Weekly March 16, 1966

From Australia, Mar 1966: Cardigan And Striped Scarf ad from Villawool

(+Cardigan; Striped Scarf; and Speediknit Yarn)

«VILLAWOOL»

An advertisement promoting a laundry detergent that offers more than just whiteness. It promises outstanding freshness and complete laundry care, restoring colours and fluffiness to your clothes, with a unique foam formula suitable for all washing programs. «White Alone Is Only Half the Story. Persil 65 Brings You More: Striking Freshness for Your Laundry. Because Persil 65 has the best of what you expect from a detergent: Complete laundry care. After washing, it looks like this: White is not just white. Much more has happened. The most delicate colors light up like new again. And what was no longer fluffy - now it has its soft fluff again. You might think your laundry is new. She is much better. You can tell by the scent - by the striking freshness that your laundry spreads. It doesn't matter how you wash. The result is always the same. Because Persil 65 has a sensational invention: a completely new foam - which envelops everything gently - but immediately turns into full washing power when cooking. So Persil 65 ensures that you get more than just a wonderful white: complete laundry care. Here's a tip on how to make your laundry even better. If you have washed synthetic shirts, turn up the collars. This way, dirt particles can never collect in the collar tips.»

From Germany, Mar 1966: 65 ad from Persil

«White Alone Is Only Half the Story. Persil 65 Brings You More: Striking Freshness for Your Laundry.»

[ENGinALT]

An advertisement showcasing a range of household appliances. A mother and daughter are seen with a new automatic washing machine. The advert promotes the idea of modern convenience and water conservation in the home. Other appliances, like a refrigerator and range, are showcased too. YOU CAN BE SURE...IF IT'S Westinghouse; SAVE HOT WATER AND SOAP with the new Laundromat The New “Wash” Word is Laundromat! Here's why: The Laundromat is Completely Automatic . . . Fills itself with water, triple-rinses, damp-dries, cleans itself and shuts off... all automatically. Water never touches your hands. It Gets White Clothes Whiter... colored clothes brighter. Washes easier... cleaner. Convenient slanting front. No stooping, no bending. Easier loading and unloading. Get the Proof Before You Buy! Phone your Westinghouse retailer. Arrange to see a load of your clothes washed thoroughly clean... the easy Laundromat way. It's free! Act today. EXCLUSIVE ... only Westinghouse gives you the WATER $AVER ... actually saves up to 10 gallons of water per load Measures water to the size of the load ... automatically! All you do is set the dial. Saves precious hot water, soap. A marvelous new Laundromat feature! Buy the Laundromat... Install it anywhere... there's no vibration. No bolting to the floor is needed. 5-YEAR GUARANTEE ON THE SEALED-IN-STEEL TRANSMISSION Tune in Ted Malone... Every Morning, Monday through Friday... ABC Network Every House Needs a Westinghouse Laundromat Automatic Washer. Westinghouse Electric Corporation. Appliance Division. Mansfield. Ohio

From America, Mar 1949: Laundromat Automatic Washer ad from Westinghouse

(+Dryer; Refrigerator; Range; Water Heater; Exhaust Fan; Mixer; Waste Away; Iron; Hand Vac Tank Cleaner; Coffee Maker; Electric Sheet; and Roaster-Oven)

This image showcases a variety of household items made from genuine plastic film. It features products such as curtains, shower screens, aprons, food covers and baby products, all offered in varied colours and styles. Prices vary according to the product and size. For you, your home, your children... inexpensive ready-made helps in genuine NYLEX plastic film This trademark is your guarantee of long-life and usefulness against water, age, dirt, acid, oil and weather in whatever you buy. You can also buy NYLEX plastic film by the yard in lovely plain colours and exciting printed patterns. Try making your own curtains, draperies, aprons, table covers, nursery accessories, garment bags, rainwear - or what you will. NYLEX plastic film is easy to sew with your own machine-enquire when you buy. Also children's wear, raincapes, tablecloths, aprons, tobacco pouches, lunch bags, food storage bags, cot sheets, etc., in varied colours and styles. NYLEX plastic film and articles made from it are sold by good stores throughout Australia. Prices shown apply to Metropolitan areas.

From Australia, Mar 1952: NYLEX Plastic Film ad from Moulded Products (Australasia) Limited

(+Window Curtains; Shower Screens; Slippers; Food Bowl Covers; Child's Rainhat; Bread Bag; Shower Caps; Pilchers; and Aprons)

An advertisement for men's clothing featuring trousers and shirts. The text emphasizes the importance of quality fabrics, tailoring, and fit, not only for trousers but also for shirts. «Greetings. The trousers one wears have the power to elevate or demean him. Proper fabrics, weave, neat cuts, perfect size, the right pattern, and a graceful drape down to the ankle - all these must be perfectly aligned. That is why I pay full attention to all these aspects. Above all, there is great care taken in the quality of the cloth. Not just for trousers, but for my shirts too.»

From India, Mar 1976: Trousers ad from Mafatlal Group

(+Shirts)

«Greetings.»

[ENGinALT]

A furniture store presents a stylishly decorated interior, inviting customers to explore their selection of furniture, carpets, fabrics, and other decorative items. Their selection is curated to create pleasant spaces. «MAPLE In the sections attached to Furniture - main chapter of Maple - our clients will find exceptional opportunities in Carpets, Fabrics for Curtains or Furniture Upholstery, Light Fixtures, Silverware, Porcelain, Crystals, Table Linens, decorative objects and gift items. Precisely because they are complementary items, we can offer them at tempting prices. Our environments on the 5th floor, completely planned, executed and decorated by us, await your visit. Come and see them!»

From Argentina, Apr 1942: Furniture ad from MAPLE

(+Carpets; Fabrics for Curtains or Furniture Upholstery; Light Fixtures; Silverware; Porcelain; Crystals; Table Linens; and Decorative objects and gift items)

«MAPLE»

[ENGinALT]

- This advertisement features a series of panels depicting a woman named Lulu who is initially excluded from social events due to bad breath. After visiting her dentist and using Colgate Dental Cream, she is welcomed back into the social circle. The ad emphasizes the importance of oral hygiene for social acceptance. - This vintage advertisement promotes Palmolive Soap and features testimonials from women who have seen improvements in their skin after using the product. It offers a simple 3-step plan for achieving lovelier skin in 14 days, emphasizing the importance of cleansing and massage. The ad includes illustrations and promises benefits regardless of age or skin type.

From America, Mar 1948: Colgate and Palmolive ads

«DOCTORS PROVE The Palmolive Plan brings Lovelier Skin in 14 days!»

“How could anything that brings so much warm, wonderful pleasure to so many people ever have been given the name of "cold cuts"?

A vintage advertisement showcasing a variety of women's shoes, highlighting their style and comfort. Styles include various heel designs and colors, suitable for different occasions. The ad also includes a model wearing a dress and an accompanying man in a formal suit. Air Step THE SHOE WITH THE MAGIC SOLE Style for your Easter Sunday Ease for your everyday Monday You can forget your feet and concentrate on style when you wear Air Steps. * The genius of their design is building into a smart, light, feminine shoe a hidden comfort-the Magic Sole. This gentle air-filled cushion takes up the pavement-shock that feet aren't padded enough to withstand. It is as soothing and restful to feet and nerves as walking barefoot on tender grass-frees your feet to walk in style. Keep "Fresh at Five" in Air Steps. For name of near-by Air Step store, write BROWN SHOE COMPANY, St. Louis. MISS DOUGLAS COSTUME FROM DANA DE PARIS, NEW YORK Reg. U. S. Pat. Off. VICKI- stunning for afternoon black. RENEE- perfect with prints or dressy blacks. VISTA- a classic for the costume in blue. INEZ- to wear every-where, with everything. SCAMP- the newest shoe for casual wear. RANDY- a "must" for simple summer things. LAURIE DOUGLAS, talented and beautiful model, chose an Air Step navy blue gabardine step-in to set off her Easter costume a gray woolen redingote.

From America, Mar 1941: Shoes ad from Air Step

(+Vicki; Renee; Vista; Inez; Scamp; and Randy)

«Air Step THE SHOE WITH THE MAGIC SOLE»

An advertisement showcasing a large sandwich packed with various cold cuts being eaten by a man and a woman. The ad emphasizes the quality and freshness of the meat. Swift's Premium ... the two most trusted words in meat. How could anything that brings so much warm, wonderful pleasure to so many people ever have been given the name of "cold cuts"? At Swift we pack them with flavors from all over the world, get them to you at the peak of freshness, and see that they're simply loaded with the complete, high-quality protein that only fine meat provides. Here, too, you'll find you get extra value, extra goodness for your money, when the label says... Our 105th year.

From America, Mar 1960: Cold Cuts ad from Swift

(+Meat)

«Swift's Premium ... the two most trusted words in meat.»

- This advertisement features a promotional offer where customers can obtain eight lifelike plaques of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs by sending in a seal from any package along with $1. - This advertisement showcases the versatility of an aluminium foil for cooking and packaging. It highlights its use in making French fries crisp and protecting frozen vegetables by maintaining freshness and flavor. It also promotes the gleam of the aluminium to indicate quality.

From America, Mar 1958: Disneyland ads

«Frozen French Fries Cook Best on REYNOLDS WRAP. All Frozen Vegetables Keep Best in REYNOLDS WRAP ALUMINUM PACKAGING.»

A man sitting in a new car, which is being advertised with a slogan about the limited number of vehicles available, implying exclusivity. «"Not because there are so many, but because there are so few Audis, I drive Audi." Audis are available from DM 7690,- ex works Ingolstadt. And as soon as there are more than half a million Audis, I will sell mine again. Then I don't care at all that its medium-pressure engine with the 72 hp according to DIN only consumes 8.4 liters of premium gasoline per 100 km or even less. Then even more automobile factories than Mercedes-Benz and the Volkswagen factory and the Auto Union can be involved in this engine from me. And then the Audi can still have such unusual disc brakes. And front-wheel drive still and still: Then other people should stretch their long legs on the flat floor. I'm just like that: I don't want a car that is swarming on highways and parking lots. I had my fun with Audi then.»

From Germany, Mar 1966: Audi ad from Auto Union GmbH

«"Not because there are so many, but because there are so few Audis, I drive Audi."»

[ENGinALT]

An advertisement for a range of ladies' hairbrushes, showcasing multiple styles and colors. The advertisement includes information about other brushes available and emphasizes the quality of the nylon bristles and the exquisite domed cases in which the brushes are sold. The most complete range of Ladies Hairbrushes... BEAUTIFUL, NEW, STRONG, EXPERTLY MADE and DEFINITELY NOT EXPENSIVE TWO SMART STYLES BOTH OFFERED IN THESE EXQUISITE DOMED CASES.. NO EXTRA COST OTHER FORTUNE BRUSHES INCLUDE Complexion Brushes ... "Mini" Hair Brushes & "Mini" Clothes Whisks (ideal for handbag and travelling kit). Bath Brushes... Clothes Brushes ... Men's Hair Brushes and Shaving Brushes, also Soft as Swansdown Babies' Brushes. EVERY STORE, EVERY CHEMIST EVERY JEWELLER can show you MOISTURE RESISTANT FURE NYLON BRISTLES IN EVERY WAY THE PERFECT HAIRBRUSH. Prices are those current in State of manufacture prices in distant areas may be slightly higher.

From Australia, Mar 1950: Ladies Hairbrushes ad from Fortune

(+Crystal Ladies Hairbrushes; Salon Hairbrushes; Boudior Hairbrushes; Hairbrushes; Clothes Brushes; Bath Brushes; Complexion Brushes; Shaving Brushes; Mini Hair Brushes; Mini Clothes Whisks; and Swansdown Babies' Brushes)

An advertisement for a new car, highlighting its features such as four doors, safety locks, good gas mileage, optional transmission, power disc brakes, and trunk space. The ad emphasizes the car's economy and fun. Cricket. (Chirp, Chirp) All-new from Plymouth. The little car that can. $1915. Happy day. Plymouth comes through with the little car that can. Which means you can, too... Have more fun. Get good economy. And have some nice things you can't have in some of the other import-sized cars. Because we've taken some extra steps. We made our new Cricket a four-door, and gave it the kind of tender lovin' engineering care we put into all our cars. At a sacrifice of economy? No way. Cricket's priced down at $1915*. To sacrifice fun? Just the opposite. We've expanded it. Gone to four doors, with safety locks to keep kids in. No climbing over other passengers. No lifting packages over the front seat. Everybody's happy. You can park Cricket like the little car it is; ride in it like the bigger car it isn't. You can get good gas mileage from its thrifty Four. Choose from an optional automatic or manual transmission. There are standard power disc brakes up front. And 14 cubic feet of trunk space in back. If nothing else, depend on this: Cricket is Chrysler-engineered, Chrysler-built-and that can make all the difference. Cricket. Available at selected Plymouth Dealers'. *Manufacturer's suggested retail price for a Cricket. Price excludes state and local taxes, destination charges, and suggested dealer new-car preparation charges. Whitewalls shown are $28.65 extra.

From America, Apr 1971: Cricket Car ad from Chrysler-Plymouth

«Cricket. (Chirp, Chirp) All-new from Plymouth. The little car that can. $1915.»

This image features an advertisement for a blended whiskey, pairing it with classic American cuisine like baked beans and dark bread. The ad promotes the whiskey as a premium beverage ensuring pre-war quality. Seagram's 5 Crown Say Seagram's and be Sure of Pre-War Quality Perhaps baked beans were first prepared by a Boston genius... but today their zestful flavor has made them an all-American favorite. You'll find them on the finest menus from Bangor to Seattle, New Orleans to St. Paul. You'll find Seagram's 5 Crown on these same menus, and in the finest homes. For Seagram's 5 Crown is also an all-American favorite. To give it superb flavor, the finest whiskies from the House of Seagram's treasure-store are blended with grain neutral spirits distilled especially for blending. Every delicious drop is true pre-war quality...worthy of Seagram's 88-year old tradition of craftsmanship. Think of this when you buy. Good taste says "Seagram's 5 Crown, please!"... because Seagram's 5 Crown always pleases good taste! SEAGRAM TAKES THE TOUGHNESS OUT... BLENDS EXTRA PLEASURE IN SEAGRAM'S 5 CROWN BLENDED WHISKEY. 7212% GRAIN NEUTRAL SPIRITS. 86.8 PROOF. SEAGRAM-DISTILLERS CORPORATION, CHRYSLER BLDG., NEW YORK

From America, Mar 1945: 5 Crown Whiskey ad from Seagram's

(+5 Crown Blended Whiskey and Whiskey)

«Seagram's 5 Crown Say Seagram's and be Sure of Pre-War Quality»

An advertisement for a 1970 Thunderbird. The advertisement claims the car is superior to its predecessors due to its advanced technology and optional features, offering choices for interior and body styles. It highlights its space-age design backed by computer technology. SOARING TO NEW HEIGHTS 1970 THUNDERBIRD. There have been great Birds before. But none like this Bird. This Bird flies higher. Sweeps longer. Rides lower. Stands wider. Takes you where others don't go. With standards others charge extra for: Power steering. Power ventilation. Power front disc brakes. Radial- ply tires. 429 CID V-8 and Cruise-O-Matic transmission. No Bird before has been so dependable. Its systems are backed by space-age technology. Its smooth ride was designed by computer. And no Bird before has given you so much choice. Bench seats or buckets. 2 doors or 4. Sunroof or no. The luxury list goes on and on. See your Ford dealer and this rarest of all Birds, today. For more information about Thunderbird see your Ford Dealer or write: Thunderbird Catalog, Dept. T13A, P.O. Box 1503, Dearborn, Michigan 48121

From America, Mar 1970: 1970 Thunderbird ad from Ford

(+Cruise-O-Matic transmission; 429 CID V-8 engine; Radial Ply Tires; Power Front Disc Brakes; Power ventilation; and Power Steering)

«SOARING TO NEW HEIGHTS 1970 THUNDERBIRD.»

This advertisement presents high-quality radios and televisions. It emphasizes the superior quality and attractive prices of the products. It lists various sizes of televisions and a range of car radios. «Why is this valuable device so strikingly affordable? Auto-travel radio "Venetia" a fully transistorized universal high-performance receiver with 5 wavebands (49 m band = European wave/Radio Luxembourg, FM, LW, MW, KW), AFC button and the possibility to immediately receive three separately adjustable programs on different areas by pressing a button. You can easily turn "Venetia" into a modern, powerful car radio with the Kuba-JMPERIAL car holder. The connection to the vehicle battery and car antenna is done automatically when inserted into the holder. A solid lock on the car holder provides reliable theft protection. Another advantage: You can connect this battery receiver to the 220 volt mains with the new Kuba-JMPERIAL intermediate switching device. Kuba- and JMPERIAL products are of the highest quality and belong to the absolute top class of the German radio and television industry. Through modern mass production of 1500 units daily and extensive rationalization, Kuba-JMPERIAL devices have achieved a striking value for money. Ask your dealer about the high-performance car radios "Venetia", "Capri", "Florenz". For televisions, you have the choice between 30 cm, 48 cm, 59 cm and 65 cm full-screen receivers. The entire program includes over 100 model variations. Be selective, critical and demanding. Demand the highest value for your money. Millions have already chosen Kuba JMPERIAL, millions know why. for the highest demands»

From Germany, Mar 1966: Full-screen TV ad from Kuba JMPERIAL

(+Auto-travel radio "Venetia"; Auto-travel radio "Capri"; and Auto-travel radio "Florenz")

«Why is this valuable device so strikingly affordable?»

[ENGinALT]

This advert promotes rail transport as a safe and dependable solution, even in adverse conditions. During wartime, rail is essential for moving vital freight and troops, and civilian travel remains strong, making rail travel a necessary service. Go Pullman For most people, these flags give the signal to take cover. But not for railroad men. During the past winter, near-record snow-falls blanketed important industrial areas. Yet American railroads hauled record-breaking tonnages of vital freight over long distances with clocklike regularity. And Rail-Pullman carried an average of almost 30,000 troops nightly plus 25 per cent more civilian passengers than were carried before the war began. Fair weather or foul, in peace or in war, America looks to Rail-Pullman for safe, dependable transportation. There is no substitute! Because wartime travel is heavy, please purchase tickets early-cancel promptly if plans change-travel light and in mid-week-whenever you...

From America, Mar 1943: Rail Transportation ad from Pullman

(+Travel Services)

«Go Pullman»

This is an advertisement for a tonic food drink, promoting its health benefits and delicious taste. It suggests the product helps with sleep, energy, and overall well-being, positioning it as a family-friendly beverage suitable for all seasons. MILO The Tonic for the Times Personally, I like it equally well in Summer or in Winter. It's certainly the way to make children like milk It's so popular. Every second person seems to buy it. I sleep soundly every night now thanks to Milo! It's fortified with Vitamins A, B, D and contains calcium & phosphates its the chocolatly flavour I go for A NESTLÉ's PRODUCT INDUCES PEACEFUL SLEEP NESTLE'S FORTIFIED TONIC FOOD 14 OZ. STRENGTH NET A DRIED MILK FOOD PRODUCT 8 OZ TIN 2/3 14. OZ. TIN 3/9* Cold or hot... in summer or in winter MILO is the perfect "refresher". Made from pure country milk and malted cereals, fortified with Vitamins A, B and D, delicious chocolate-flavoured MILO helps to soothe the nerves, banish lassitude, restore energy and induce sound, restful sleep. For every member of every family... MILO... the ideal all-seasons health drink. * Country prices slightly higher. COPYRIGHT R.1248 The Australian Women's Weekly-March 6, 1948

From Australia, Mar 1948: Milo Tonic Food ad from Nestle's

«MILO The Tonic for the Times»

An advertisement showcasing a hand holding a cup of coffee, a copper coffee pot, and various antique 'bank' themed money boxes displayed on a shelf. There are three coffee blends advertised, emphasizing flavor and value. You can bank on the Flavor, too! Saving money is a good old American custom, as this antique bank collection shows. And value is one reason A&P Coffee is such a good old American custom, too. Just compare prices ... you'll get our point! But more important than the saving is the fact that you can always depend on the magnificent flavor of A&P Coffee. It's bean fresh, it's Custom Ground for best results in your kind of coffeemaker. There are three blends, too ... not just one. Try A&P Coffee. We promise, you can bank on superb flavor in every cupful. AT ALL A&P FOOD STORES

From America, Mar 1949: Coffee ad from A&P

(+Bokar Coffee; Red Circle Coffee; and Eight O'Clock Coffee)

«You can bank on the Flavor, too!»

An advert showcasing two new generation Mercury cars: the Park Lane and the Comet Cyclone. The Park Lane is featured as a luxurious vehicle, and the Comet Cyclone as a thrilling machine with buckets and a floor shift. Discover the move-ahead world of Mercury Move ahead with the luxury of a Mercury. With a look that's pure, classic, unique. With a ride that's restfully quiet and solidly exciting. Move ahead in the Lincoln Continental tradition. Take a discovery ride in any of 17 Mercurys. Discover all the big, new-generation Comets. Bigger, wider Comets. With new fire and spirited luxury in 13 roomier models. Above: one of our absolute thrillers: the Cyclone. A new kind of driving machine with buckets, floor shift, console. Order it with a 390 cu. in. V.8. And you won't need any more proof that Mercury makes the right moves. Come see. Move ahead with

From America, Apr 1966: Park Lane ad from Mercury

(+Comet Cyclone)

«Discover the move-ahead world of Mercury»

A black and white advertisement features a French cheese served with grapes. The product packaging is also visible. «At the table with the gods The French cheese so fresh, so creamy, so delicate, so...so soft. It's a Bongrain product The "good taste" French of cheeses»

From Italy, Mar 1973: Caprice des Dieux ad from Bongrain

«At the table with the gods»

«The French cheese so fresh, so creamy, so delicate, so...so soft.
It's a Bongrain product
The "good taste" French of cheeses»

[ENGinALT]

An advertisement featuring a baby enjoying a combination of biscuits and milk, emphasizing the joyful experience of consuming these products. It highlights the biscuits' taste, milk protein content, and appeal to children. «Sweet name of taste The happy Nutrine milk biscuits when you have a lot of fun when they're there! Even homework will taste good. Biscuits with milk protein. To enjoy and taste the cherished children everyday.»

From India, Mar 1989: Biscuits ad from Nutrine

(+Milk)

«Sweet name of taste»

«The happy Nutrine milk biscuits when you have a lot of fun when they're there! Even homework will taste good. Biscuits with milk protein. To enjoy and taste the cherished children everyday.»

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This vintage advertisement promotes baking with specific cocoa and chocolate products. It features a recipe for a 'Peppermint Patty' cake with frosting and coating, along with general use of cocoa and chocolate. A free recipe book offer is also included. Welcome Spring with this new CHOCOLATE "PEPPERMINT PATTY" CAKE TO MAKE THE FLAVOR RICH AND RIGHT, BE SURE YOU USE BAKER'S CHOCOLATE Personals by the “BAKER CHOCOLATE GIRL” (One of America's Most Famous Trade-Marks DO YOU EVER vary your breakfast routine with brimming cups of BAKER'S COCOA? Sunday's a good day for it -when your family has time to be appreciative. It will do your heart good to see their happy faces! There's something extra jolly about the fragrance of BAKER'S COCOA... and about its rich, lip-smacking, full flavor! BAKER'S COCOA, compared to ordinary cocoa, is like cream compared to milk-it has extra richness. That's why BAKER'S COCOA goes so far and tastes so good. You'll find it a real economy to buy BAKER'S COCOA always in the pound-size can. Serve BAKER'S COCOA - hot, or in cool milk shakes -for afternoon pick-ups... with Sunday night supper snacks...with cookies or sandwiches for party refreshments... as an easy way to give substance to simple, light luncheons. BAKER'S COCOA is a good source of food energy and an enticing form in which to give children milk. FOR SWEET-CHOCOLATE COOKERY with real character of flavor, you'll like this old-time favorite. BAKER'S GERMAN'S SWEET CHOCOLATE makes dandy, quick chocolate frostings and sauces. And it has been immensely popular for years for making luscious Ice-Box Cakes. There's a recipe for Ice-Box Cake on the back of the package, which will set you up as a hostess! BAKER'S GERMAN'S SWEET CHOCOLATE is good to eat as is. Take it on hikes! A Quality Product for every chocolate use PEPPERMINT-cool as March winds which remember snow CHOCOLATE-with tropical warmth in its flavor... what a happy combination for Spring! Entertaining this season, you'll like ...

From America, Mar 1941: Chocolate Peppermint Patty Cake ad from Baker's

(+German's Sweet Chocolate; Cocoa; and Unsweetened Chocolate)

«Welcome Spring with this new CHOCOLATE "PEPPERMINT PATTY" CAKE TO MAKE THE FLAVOR RICH AND RIGHT, BE SURE YOU USE BAKER'S CHOCOLATE»

An advert featuring a gourmet frypan that cooks everything. It has features such as automatic heat control, two lids (metal and Pyrex), a new pan-grill lever, and an auxiliary handle for easy lifting. It offers versatility for various dishes, from Pavlova to pork. Sunbeam BEST OF ALL FOR YOU Here is the frypan that cooks everything - has everything! Automatic heat control, the versatility that turns out a Pavlova or a loin of pork with equal ease. Wonderful new features mean true gourmet flavour for all your cuts-basting made easy-both moist and dry heat cooking - easier serving. You'll cook-and-serve four ways better with Gourmet-the complete Frypan!

From Australia, Mar 1961: Gourmet Frypan ad from Sunbeam

(+Pyrex Serving Lid and Hi-Dome Metal Lid)

«Sunbeam BEST OF ALL FOR YOU»

An advertisement promoting the consumption of this brand's chocolate bar. The ad contains a tagline promoting the candy bar as a source of energy. «Have a Mars... and go. Good chocolate, nougat and malt to recharge you.»

From Italy, Mar 1982: Bar ad from Mars

(+Chocolate)

«Have a Mars... and go.»

«Good chocolate, nougat and malt to recharge you.»

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