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Running from September 16th to Christmas Day each year, displays random festive print ads from the past hundred years or so. A Festive version of @OldUKPrintAds.bsky.social

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Dec 1934: Theatre Shows and Circuses ad from London Transport

(+Circus at Crystal Palace; Circus and Fair, Olympia; Cinderella; Peter Pan; Dick Whittington; Robin Hood; Charley's Aunt; and Circus, Agricultural Hall)

«CIRCUSES
AND PLAYS»

A vintage advertisement for various circuses and plays in London, indicating the venue and closest London Underground stations. The shows are categorized by their opening dates, either from Christmas Eve or Boxing Day.

CIRCUSES
AND PLAYS

Circus and Fair, Olympia.
Addison Rd., Barons Ct.
or W. Kensington Stns.
'Charley's Aunt' at Daly's.
Leicester Square Stn.
From Christmas Eve
Circus, Agricultural Hall.
Angel Station.
'Cinderella' at Drury Lane.
Temple or Covent
Garden Station.
'Peter Pan' at Palladium.
Oxford Circus Station.
From Boxing Day
Circus at Crystal Palace.
Blackfriars Stn., thence
by Southern Railway.
'Dick Whittington' panto-
mime at the Lyceum
Temple or Covent
Garden Station.
'Robin Hood' pantomime
at the Victoria Palace
Victoria Station

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 8h

Dec 1912: Xmas Cards ad from Pain Brothers

(+Jewellery; Musical Instruments; Plate; Cutlery; Novelties; Fancy Goods; Toys; Picture Postcards; and Reliable Clocks)

«GET IT, IT'S FREE.»

An advertisement promoting Xmas Cards, specifically a parcel of 25 booklet Xmas cards, available for a small fee. A catalog of Xmas cards and presents is also available. The advertisement guarantees satisfaction or money back.

GET IT, IT'S FREE.

GOOD OLD PAINS!
Mrs. H. G. Moorhouse, of 15. Viewforth Gardens. E linburgh, Scotland, writes:-
We rasaival Cox, Xais Cards and Postcards, all in fine condition. Every-
thing was packed beautifully. Many thanks for sending so promptly. We are highly satisfied, for everything is as good as your
Catalogue states. I said, Good Old Pains. Success to your Firm.
The above is one of many Thousands of Testimonials received annually from delighted customers. For other Testimonials, also
Press Opinions, write for our
MONEY SAVING" CATALOGUE OF XMAS CARDS & PRESENTS SENT POST FREE.
YES, CET IT, IT'S FREE
and well worth having our NEW ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE (as shown in
miniature), of thousands of "Bargains by Post," in XMAS CARDS & PRESENTS,
for now, Xmas and after, from 6d. to £5 each-Reliable Clocks from 1/-, "Always-Right"
Watches from 3/9, Jewellery, Musical Instruments, Plate, Cutlery, Novelties, Fancy Goods, Toys, Xmas Cards, Picture Postcards, etc., etc. It also
contains a PRETTY CALENDAR for 1913 (Design of Bells), also TESTIMONIALS & PRESS OPINIONS. Drop us a letter or postcard
to-day for this attractive, EASY FIRESIDE SHOPPING CATALOGUE, and we will send it by return, post free anywhere "On Earth." A
typical example of our GREAT VALUE is here shown. We guarantee safe delivery (by return post) of all goods to your door, and take all
risk-YOU RUN NO RISK-Our motto is:-
FULL SATISFACTION OR FULL MONEY BACK,"
and our address:- PAIN BROTHERS, DEPT. 19, THE "PRESENTS HOUSE." HASTINGS, ENG. (Established 1889.)
THE XMAS-HAMPER PARCEL
OF 25 BOOKLET XMAS CARDS, 1/3 POST FREE.
WHAT TO DO.
FOR CATALOGUE OF XMAS
CARDS AND PRESENTS. Simply
write very plainly, on a Po-tcard, or
half-sheet of Note-paper, the words
"New Illustrated...

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 9h

Dec 1956: Empire Wines ad from Burgoyne's

(+Fern Tree Australian Golden Sherry; Rich Ruby Wine; Rich Tawny Wine; and Ten Shilling Sherries)

«Make it a happier Xmas with Burgoyne's Empire Wines»

A Christmas-themed advertisement featuring an illustrated Father Christmas character advertising wines. A bottle of golden sherry is prominently displayed, with descriptions of Australian sherries and wines. The ad emphasizes the festive season with the slogan.

Make it a happier Xmas with Burgoyne's Empire Wines

By Appointment
to Her Majesty
the Queen
Empire Wine
Merchants
P. B. Burgoyne
& Co. Ltd.
Now is the time
to buy WINES
from the
EMPIRE'S
Sun-soaked
Vineyards!
WONDERFUL AUSTRALIAN SHERRIES
Burgoyne's Ten Shilling Sherries:
Golden-light and palatable; Brown-full and
warming; Cream-sweet and luscious.
OTHER FINE AUSTRALIAN WINES
Burgoyne's Rich Ruby and Rich Tawny-
full, fruity wines which will grace any festive
occasion, and are a true credit to the Empire.
ONLY 10/-
A BOTTLE
Fern Tree
Australian
Golden Sherry
A CHOICE FULL SWE WINE

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Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 10h

Dec 1995: Ad for Cinderella; Snow White; Jack & The Beanstalk; Aladdin; Goldilocks and the Three Bears; Dick Whittington; Playdays; Get Your Own Back; Are You Being Served; Bill; Gimme 5; Crossroads; Home & Away, and Gladiators

«PANTO SPECIAL Xtra»

This image is a collection of pantomime adverts, featuring a variety of family-friendly shows scheduled around the Christmas and New Year period. Each advert highlights different casts, venues, and performance dates for various productions.

PANTO SPECIAL Xtra

TO ADVERTISE JUST TELEPHONE
0171 293 3333

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 13h

Nov 1932: Xmas Bazaar ad from Gamages

(+Toys & Gifts; Submarine Trips to Santa Claus; Lucky Dip; and Xmas Catalogue)

«GAMAGES Greatest XMAS BAZAAR»

A Christmas Bazaar offering 500,000 toys and gifts, Chapman's Wonderful Circus with sea lions, Submarine Trips to Santa Claus and a Lucky Dip. The Xmas catalogue is available on request.

GAMAGES Greatest XMAS BAZAAR

500,000 TOYS & GIFTS (more than 90% BRITISH) AT PRICES LOWER THAN EVER BEFORE. Opens Monday, November 21st, with CHAPMAN'S WONDERFUL CIRCUS featuring a thrilling NEW PROGRAMME including 6 SEA LIONS (shown for the first time in England). SUBMARINE TRIPS to SANTA CLAUS... The most wonderful LUCKY DIP in the Country...... A prize for every Child! AND HOSTS OF OTHER ATTRACTIONS The most famous XMAS CATALOGUE in the world ... sent FREE ON APPLICATION only. Please send me POST FREE a copy of your new 96-page XMAS CATALOGUE. Name Mr. Mrs. or Miss Full Postal Address Send this Coupon in an UNSEALED envelope by d. post, Post Card by 1d. post. Phone: HOL. 8484 GAMAGES, HOLBORN, LONDON, E.C.1

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 14h

Dec 1915: Pathéphone ad from Pathé Frères Pathéphone, Ltd.

(+Pathé Discs and Pathé Sapphire Sound Boxes)

«NEEDLES are NEEDLESS with the Pathéphone»

Advertisement for Pathéphone, showcasing its needleless design and emphasizing Christmas entertainment. It promotes various models, from a standard to a deluxe version, and highlights its free offers on Pathé records.

NEEDLES are NEEDLESS with the Pathéphone

The Instrument Which Banishes Bother and Expense.
CHRISTMAS WITH THE PATHÉPHONE.
PLAYS WITH
PERMANENT
SAPPHIRE
POINT.
NO NEEDLES.
NO WEAR
OF
RECORDS.
NATURAL
& TRUE
ΤΟΝΕ.
MACHINES
FROM
£2 17 0
TO
60 Guineas.
Links with Home.
NO SCRATCHING
OR SPOILING
OF RECORDS
PATHE DOUBLE-
SIDED DISCS.
STANDARD
10 inch
DE LUXE
11 inch
CLASSIC
14 inch
1/6
3/-
4/-
Pathé Discs require no Needles.
ALL THE BEST ARTISTES. NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR CELEBRITIES.
FREE
OFFER.
Pathé Sapphire Sound Boxes can be fitted to
any Needlepoint Gramophone in a few moments.
Given free of charge to purchasers of Pathé
Records for the first time to the value of 12/-
FREE
OFFER.
Complete Catalogues from all high-class dealers, or direct

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 17h

Nov 1983: Commodore 64 ad from Dixons

(+Sharp MZ711; Sharp 64k RAM + £66 of FREE Software; Sharp Colour Printer; Atari 800; Commodore Disc Drive Model: 1541 FREE Software!; Commodore Printer; Oric 1 48k; Atari 400; Dragon; Oric 1 16k RAM; Sinclair Spectrum 48k RAM, and more)

An advertisement for the sale of computers and computer accessories. A wide range of models and brands are listed, with offers of free software, bundled extras, and flexible credit plans. Cassette recorders, joysticks and software are also advertised.

BEST EVER COMPUTER DEALS!

EVERYTHING YOU NEED!
PLUS 16K RAM PACK
M.R.R.P. £29.95.) A popular
computer backed by a fantastic
range of software. Language:
BASIC.
New low price for this 16k RAM computer.
with 48-key typewriter keyboard. 16 colours.
Five octave music. Programming language:
BASIC.Dixons List Price £149.99
16 colours. Teletext/Viewdata compatible graphics.
6-octave music plus hi-fi output. Buy now and get
a £40 Voucher towards the
cost of the Oric MCP40 Printer.
For your nearest Dixons
shop simply use DIXONS
24 HOUR PHONE SERVICE
Dixons List Price = price previously charged but not necessarily for 28 consecutive days in the
previous 6 months. Offers subject to availability. APR/ prices may vary locally. Instant Credit =
signed bankers order + acceptable identity + recognised credit card. Chargecard by Club 24
Ltd. Written credit details; Dixons Ltd., 18-24 High Street., Edgware, Middx.
WE GUARANTEE
YOU CAN'T BUY BETTER
THIS CHRISTMAS
EXCLUSIVE OFFER! £42
OF FREE SOFTWARE!
Only at Dixons can you pick up
this exciting software offer
language: Microsoft Colour BASIC.
Fabulous 5k RAM home computer.
FREE PROGRAMMER KIT
SAVE £20 on this brilliant
16k RAM computer at Dixons
now! language: ATARI BASIC.
Dixons List Price £129.99
Get the big memory MZ711 Sharp computer with
its 8-colour and three-octave music now and we'll
give you £66 of software- FREE!
Reproduces what's on the screen
Slimline design. Mains/battery operation (batts.
extra)
Battery or mains operation (batts. extra). Dixons
List Price £19.99.
High-performance TOSHIBA tube. Simple tuning
Model: KT8135
NOW OVER 550
TITLES AT NEW,
LOW PRICES
2nd edition of Dixons
Software Mail Order
Catalogue is bigger,
brighter and better
than ever! It's free
at...

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 18h

Nov 1981: Christmas Boxes ad from Tesco

(+Quality Street; Victoria Biscuits; Black Magic; Milk Tray; Jacobs Biscuits for Cheese; Terrys All Gold; Christmas Crackers T600; Bassetts Liquorice Allsorts; After Eight Mints; Mince Pies; and Christmas Cards)

A Christmas advertisement featuring various chocolate, biscuit and cracker boxes. It emphasizes great value and Christmas savings.

We're being very generous with our Christmas boxes.

We've a great selection of scrumptious things to eat or give at Christmas. Like beautifully boxed chocolates, biscuits, dates, cakes and colourful crackers. We've boxed clever with our prices, too. At today's Tesco you can choose from the best value Christmas fare anywhere.Adding new values to value. All advertised offers subject to availability and inclusive of VAT where applicable.

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 22h

Dec 1968: South African Sherry ad from South African Wine Farmers Association

«A dozen bottles of South African Sherry could make the twelve days of Christmas memorably merry...»

This is an advertisement for South African Sherry, suggesting it is a good choice for the Christmas season. It emphasizes the value and luxury of the product, implying it's more expensive tasting than its price suggests, and suitable for various tastes within a family.

A dozen bottles of South African Sherry could make the twelve days of Christmas memorably merry...

PAGE 12 DAILY MIRROR, Tuesday, December 10, 1968
For you... South African Sherry tastes more expensive
than it is. Preferential tariffs have a lot to do with it.
So you pay less duty to the taxman. Isn't that a thought
to cheer your charitable Christmas heart?
Those you wish to impress... Few bosses
can pass the decanter test. South African
Sherry without its label defies wine snobs
to guess its nationality.
Your nearest and dearest... The range of
South African Sherries can meet widely
differing tastes. So you like it dry, Great
Aunt Maud likes it sweet, and the rest of
the family are somewhere in-between.
With South African Sherry, you can
afford to offer a choice.
Those who wish to impress you... Given
the chance, know-alls will tell you the South
African Sherry story. The fine grape strains.
The excellent climate. The best wine-
growing conditions in the world. The slow,
painstaking maturing and blending. The
long years from nursery to bottle. The
three hundred years'
experience behind
today's fine wines.
Offer your friends
South African Sherry
the luxury you can afford
South African Wine Farmers Association (London) Ltd.,
SAWFA House, 22/23 Great Tower Street, London, E.C.3.

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 23h

Dec 1936: Gift Sets ad from Kodak

(+Six-20 Camera; Ciné-Kodak Camera; Kodascope Projector; Six-20 'Kodak'; Six-20 'Kodak' Junior; Six-20 Portrait Brownie; Six-20 Brownie Junior; Baby Brownie; and Super Sensitive Panchromatic Film)

«SPECIAL for Christmas!
KODAK gift sets»

Advertisement for a range of camera-related products, gift sets containing cameras, film, and accessories. It advertises camera film that can be used indoors and outdoors. It features photos of the cameras and prices.

SPECIAL for Christmas!
KODAK gift sets

THE RADIO TIMES, ISSUE DATED DECEMBER II

If there's one thing better than a
Kodak' for Christmas, it is a Kodak
Gift Set; each consists of a Kodak
camera, carrying-case and spool of
film, handsomely packed up in a
decorative gift box at no extra cost
whatever. This is the perfect present.
It looks the part, it's equally suitable
for children and for the rest of your
family and friends, and it will remind
them of you every time they take a
snap for years to come.

The Gift Sets complete cost from
7/- to £5.15.6; Kodak cameras from
5/- to £20; Ciné-Kodak cameras
from £9.17.6; Kodascope' projec-
tors from £9.9.0. Ask your Kodak
Dealer for details.
CAMERA, FILM & CASE COMPLETE

FOUR of the 12 Fine GIFT SETS
Makes even 'difficult' snaps easy. The
Six-20 'Kodak (3.12.6 to 10.10). Fast
lenses f6.3 and f4.5; multi-speed shutters,
etc. Gift Set (illustrated), £5.15.6
Camera only,
£5.5.0
Another for the Christmas Stocking.
The Baby 'Brownie'. Absolutely simple.
Not a toy; takes fine big pictures. Made
only by Kodak, Gift Set (illustrated), 7/-
Camera only,
5/-
This 'Brownie' gets it both ways. The
new Six-20 Portrait Brownie'; takes
ordinary views and close-ups. Snaps and
Time exposures. Made only by Kodak.
Gift Set (illustrated), 21/6
Camera only,
17/6
World's Favourite Folding Camera. The
Six-20 Kodak Junior, from 39/6 to 65/-
Simple to use, yet can tackle difficult
subjects too. Gift Set (illustrated), 43/6
Camera only,
39/6
Ask to see them at your KODAK Dealers
Anyone with a Kodak can start taking snaps now with Kodak Super
Sensitive Panchromatic Film. You can even take take home pictures
at night by using this film and a special kind of lamp (price 2/6).
Ask your Kodak Dealer for free booklet "Picture-Taking...

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Dec 1894: Christmas Hampers of Delicious Mazawattee Teas ad from Mazawattee

(+Teas)

«A CHOICE PRESENT
CHRISTMAS HAMPERS
OF DELICIOUS MAZAWATTEE TEAS.»

A vintage advertisement for Christmas hampers filled with delicious teas. The hampers are available for 4s. 6d., 5s. 6d., 6s., 7s., 8s. 6d., and 12s.

A CHOICE PRESENT
CHRISTMAS HAMPERS
OF DELICIOUS MAZAWATTEE TEAS.

This side up
With care
Xmas Hamper
of delicious
MAZAWATTEE TEA
MAZAWATTEE Tea
A choice, acceptable & useful
XMAS PRESENT.
HAMPERS CONTAINING 3 lbs. of TEA each, at 4s. 6d., 5s. 6d., 6s., 7s., 8s. 6d., and 12s.
OF LEADING FAMILY GROCERS EVERYWHERE.

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 1d

Dec 1985: Sinclair C5 Electrically Assisted Vehicle ad from Comet Discount

(+Battery; Battery Fitting Kit; Battery Charger; Tool Kit; and High-Visibility Mast)

«THE IDEAL
CHRISTMAS
GIFT»

A Christmas advert for an electrically assisted vehicle, which was previously available for £399, but is now available for only £139.99 inclusive of VAT. The vehicle comes with a number of extras, and there is free delivery to mainland UK.

THE IDEAL
CHRISTMAS
GIFT

SAVE OVER £250 WAS £399
NOW ONLY
£139.99
Inc. VAT
(900-8704-900-8649).
SINCLAIR C5 ELECTRICALLY ASSISTED VEHICLE
includes BATTERY, BATTERY FITTING KIT, BATTERY
CHARGER, TOOL KIT, HIGH-VISIBILITY MAST and FREE
DELIVERY TO ANYWHERE ON THE U.K. MAINLAND
Branches throughout the U.K. For the address of your
nearest Comet branch, see your local telephone directory
or Ring Teledata 24-hour service on 01 200 0200.

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Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 1d

Dec 1981: TCR Zig Zag Racing Jam Set ad from Boots

(+Big Trak Vehicle; Action Man Armoured Jeep; Waddingtons Playsound; England Squad Soccer Game; Fisher Price Marching Band Set; First Love Doll; and Remus Playkits)

«TOP TOYS OF '81
Great selection, small prices.»

An advertisement for a variety of toys. Pictured are an electronic race track, programmable computer truck, a toy jeep, a toddler's playset, a table-top soccer game, a toy marching band, a doll and arts and craft sets.

TOP TOYS OF '81
Great selection, small prices.

First Love Doll
A gift that every little girl will
enjoy. Only £7.95
Action Man
Armoured Jeep
Tough toy with
machine gun and
other accessories.
£13.50 down to £9.95
(Action Man figure not included)
Big Trak Vehicle†
Computer programmable truck.
(Big Trak Transporter also available £13.95.)
Only £24.95
TCR
Zig Zag Racing
Jam Set
Gives all the thrills
and spills of a real motor race.
£44.95 down to £39.95
Waddingtons
Playsound†
Toddlers playset with
electronic sound module.
£15.95 down to £11.95
Remus
Playkits
Fun selection of childrens
activities and crafts.
From 45p to £2.99
England Squad
Soccer Game
Table top soccer thrills for
all the family.
£9.95 down to £6.95
Fisher Price
Marching Band Set
Marching band set to amuse
and entertain. £12.49 down to
£6.95
If you're 18 or over, apply for your Boots
Credit Card now. Ask for a leaflet giving
written details and application form at any
Boots branch or write to the address below.
APR. 24-6% (Rate may vary).
Sales Promotion Dept., Boots The
Chemists Limited, Nottingham, NG2 3AA.
*Credit Broker.
From larger Boots branches subject
to stock availability. At these prices
until at least 2nd January 1982. Prices
and availability refer to Great Britain
and may not apply to the Channel
Islands and Northern Ireland.
+ Batteries not included.
Christmas with the Special Touch

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 1d

Dec 1973: Christmas food parcel ad from Andrew McCulloch

(+Colour T.V.; Portable Radio; Hairdryer; Spin-drier; Cassettes for the Hi-Fi; Free Chicken; Traditional Rich Fruit Christmas Pudding; Lean Mild Cured Shoulder Ham; Genuine Scottish Butter Shortbread; Cream Chicken Soup, and more)

This is a festive advertisement offering a free Christmas food parcel with qualifying purchases, and a free chicken with other specific purchases. Also mentions the ability to purchase various electronic devices for gifts.

You'll get fed up with Andrew McCulloch this Christmas. Free.

Here's the Andrew McCulloch Christmas food parcel which is ready for you to collect now.
It's real Christmas Fare with cured ham shoulder, rich Christmas pudding, Norwegian crab and a whole lot of those delicious little delights (butter toffees, dates, orange and lemon slices) which are so nice to nibble whilst unwrapping the presents.
It's yours FREE when you spend £40 or more (or rent a colour TV) at any one of our five Big Value Shops. And £40 will go a long way at an Andrew McCulloch shop, especially with our type of discount prices. Spend it all on one item or spread it around on a few presents for the family.
With that amount of money you could go away with a portable radio for the son in the house, a beautiful hairdryer for your daughter, a few cassettes for the Hi-Fi and a spin-drier for Mum. Plus of course your own Christmas food parcel (illustrated above). Come and have a look.
Free Christmas Chickens
It's always worth taking a look at Andrew McCulloch's discount prices but this Christmas take a real close look. Even if you spend between £20 and £39.99 we'll give you a FREE chicken (approx. 5lb. weight) to add to your Christmas table. How's that for a, carve-up?
Offer closes 24 December 1973
(Spend between £20 and £39.99 for your free chicken. Spend over £40 for your special food : parcel.)
8oz tin Lean Mild Cured Shoulder Ham * 4oz Traditional Rich Fruit Christmas Pudding * 4oz tin Pure Cream * 17oz pack Genuine Scottish Butter Shortbread * 10oz tin Cream Chicken Soup * 8oz tin Choice Fruit Cocktail * 8oz pack Stoned Dessert Dates * 4oz tin Lambs Tongue 5 oz tin Garden Peas 10oz tin New Potatoes * 4oz pack Orange and Lemon Slices * 10oz tin Whole Young Carrots * 34oz...

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Nov 1958: Nylon Clothing ad from British Nylon Spinners Limited

(+Nylon Shirts and Nylon Socks)

«Give Nylon for Christmas - the more the Merrier»

This is a vintage advertisement featuring a man holding gifts, including a shirt and socks. The overall message promotes buying nylon products for Christmas.

Give Nylon for Christmas - the more the Merrier

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Autolarl Bed C

Old UK Christmas Print Ads @oldukprintadsxmas.bsky.social · 1d

Dec 1983: Canon Sureshot ad from Dixons

(+Olympus XA2 Outfit; Polaroid Sun 660 Autofocus; Kodak Disc 6000 Outfit; Polaroid Sun 600 Outfit; Kodak Disc 4000; Disc 4500 Outfit; Minolta Disc 7 Outfit; Disc 2500 Outfit; Disc 1500 Outfit; Polaroid One-Step 600; Photosport Highlite Tele, and more)

This is a vintage advertisement for a camera store. It features various cameras and film available to purchase, with special Christmas deal prices. The advertisement includes cameras from brands like Canon, Olympus, Polaroid, and Kodak, along with discounts on film packs.

Dixons
BEST EVER CAMERA
DEALS!

Autofocus! Autowind!
Buy the Canon Sureshot at Dixons now-we'll process your first film (up to 36 exp.) FREE! (Dixons Normal Price £3.99). Infra-red Autofocus System gives precision focusing every shot! Plus autowind, auto-exposure and flash. Model: AF35 MII.
Fully automated 35mm ultracompact camera PLUS dedicated flash unit Simple to use. Superlative f3.5 Zuiko lens. Unique dust barrier protects lens, viewfinder, and eyepiece. Complete with A11 flash.
POLAROID SUN 600
Outfit Fantastic instant camera with full-time flash that lights every shot correctly! Never needs batteries. Gift set includes 10-shot high-speed colour film and stylish Polaroid camera case.
POLAROID One-Step 600. No fuss, just point and shoot. Within seconds you're looking at a great colour picture. POLAROID Sun 660 Autofocus. Automatic sonar focusing, auto full-time flash, auto film advance.
Christmas Film Offers!
FUJI 110 Film Twin-Pack Dixons List Price £3.38
FUJI Disc Film Twin-Pack Total: 30 exposures.
KODAK Disc Film Twin-Pack Total: 30 exposures.
DIXONS 110 Film Five-Pack Dixons List Price £6.45
Motorised film advance plus built-in flash. Outfit includes 15-exposure Kodak film, batteries, strap. Model: 3500.
FREE PROCESSING (Dixons Price £1.99) of your first colour film when you buy any Dixons Disc Camera.
Auto film advance, close-up flash pictures switch. Comes with wrist-strap only.
Built-in flash, protective sliding lens cover. Easy symbol exposure control for super results.
Motorised film advance for action shooting plus built-in electronic flash.
Built-in sensor flash switches on automatically whenever it's needed. Auto wind-on.
Close-up telephoto lens, auto flash, self-timer....

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Nov 1957: Sewing Machine ad from Singer

«Give her a SINGER
...the gift that keeps on giving!»

A Christmas advertisement suggesting a sewing machine as a gift. It depicts a Santa decoration and a stocking filled with a sewing machine and accessories, labeled 'To the best woman in the world'.

Give her a SINGER
...the gift that keeps on giving!

How to be a good Father Xmas!
SINGER SEWING MACHINE COMPANY LIMITED,
SINGER BUILDING, CITY ROAD, LONDON, E.C.1.

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Dec 1925: Daylight Loading Camera ad from Black Cat Cigarette Co.

(+Black Cat Virginia Cigarettes)

«Just what I always wanted»

An advertisement for Black Cat cigarettes, which includes a promotional offer for a free camera by Christmas. A family opening Christmas presents looks very happy.

Just what I always wanted

A present of a Roll film Day-light loading Camera is bound to please the recipient. You have only a few days more to collect the remaining coupons to make up the necessary 200 if you wish to make someone happy for Christmas. That you will please yourself goes without saying, for there are no finer smokes at the money than
10 for 6d
GUARANTEED MADE BY THE KODAK COMPANY
We shall be pleased to post this camera, if you desire, with your greetings enclosed, to any address you specify
FILL IN THIS COUPON NOW!
TO THE BLACK CAT CIGARETTE CO.
(Dept. 88) Gifts Dept. 81, City Rd., London, E.C.1
Please send me Free Booklet and Five Free Coupons.

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Nov 1952: Watches ad from Newmark

(+Lady's watch with cocktail cord, clear dial, seconds hand; Man's watch with two-tone luminous dial, seconds hand, recessed winding button; Lady's watch with luminous or fancy dial, seconds hand, leather strap; Empress folding watch; and The Newmark '52)

This is a vintage advert for watches, featuring various models for both men and women. The advert emphasizes that they make a great gift for Christmas, and come with a written guarantee covering accidental damage during the first six months of ownership.

A Newmark for everyone

THERE'S A NEWMARK gift for everyone this Christmas! Sturdy watches, each
packed in a presentation case, at a price everyone can afford. Watches to suit
all ages and tastes. Watches which will be a joy to give - and to receive.
Each watch carries the Newmark written guarantee which covers even
accidental damage during the first six months of ownership.
Meet the Empress Newmark's
Empress - a folding watch that
slips into handbag or pocket - it's
the very latest idea from the Conti-
nent. Available in a large variety of
designs. Gilt raised figures and
luminous hands. Suitable for both
men and women.
These are only some of the Newmark
watches - ask your jeweller to show
you the full range and catalogue.
If you have any difficulty write for a catalogue to the
makers, LOUIS NEWMARK LTD., CROYDON, SURREY

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Dec 1983: Continental Assortment ad from Thorntons

(+Christmas boot; Chocolate Santa; and Father Christmas lollipop)

«You'll need a better hiding place than usual.»

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Nov 1940: Toys ad from F.H. ROWSE LTD.

(+Doll's Folding Push Chair; Anti-Aircraft Guns; Dart Boards; Roller Skates; Desk & Stool; War Suits and Dresses; Lovely Dolls; Brick Trucks; Government Lorries; Steel Lorries; Soldiers, Airmen, Etc.; Tea Sets; Monopoly; Strong Bus; Xmas Crackers, and more)

This is an old, monochrome newspaper advert for various Christmas toys. It features a comprehensive selection of playthings ranging from dolls and toy vehicles to board games and fancy dress. It appears to be advertising various options catering to different ages and interests, aimed at providing gifts for children.

Xmas Toys

COMPENDIUM
OF
GAMES
In box, complete,
ready for高高高高高
posting.
2/11 WAR SUITS
Comprising Ludo,
Draughts, Roulette,
ניקולולולולולולולול Land DRESSES
ders, Fox & Geese, Tiddley
Winks, with strong board,IN DETAIL
COMPLETE
nicely boxed.
Tea Sets
Outstanding value in novel toy
Tea Sets, consisting of 3 Cups
and Saucers, 3 Plates, Tea Pot,
Sugar Basin and Cream Jug,
made from best Staffordshire
Earthenware, decorated in
pretty colourings finished with
gilt edge. Packed in fancy
casket, a charming
gift.
The set complete
5/-7/11

1 3

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Dec 1916: Service Souvenir Number ad from Blighty

«A XMAS NUMBER FROM THE TRENCHES.»

A Christmas souvenir with jokes, poems, stories and sketches done by the men on active service. Featuring a reproduction of a scroll containing a 'Christmas Greeting', specially written by the Poet Laureate and signed by many famous people.

A XMAS NUMBER FROM THE TRENCHES.

Every picture, every story, every poem, every joke, contributed
or suggested by our men on active service. Men who have
faced death in defence of the Motherland, some of whom have
since laid down their lives. Quaint humour and intense pathos
combine to make it the most unique Xmas number ever issued.
One of nearly 50 Sketches Drawn by Men at the Front.
THOMAS
HENRY
•her PTE N. KIRBY
Angry Voice (to Bugler, after fice attempts at Rereille): "WHY DON'T YOU GO ROUND AND
TELL 'EM?"
Pte. N. Kirby, R.A.M.C., Malta.
On sale this week is a remarkable literary curiosity-the Christmas number
of "Blighty." It consists almost exclusively of sketches and stories done by men
on active service, very few of them artists or writers by profession, and the re-
sult is surprisingly good. The unique feature of the number is its supplement,
which is a reproduction of a scroll containing a "Christmas Greeting," specially
written by the Poet Lacreate and generously presented to the paper, and auto-
graphed by many famous people, who thus join in the mes.... of love to the
boys from the folks at home. Queen Alexandra heads the the list, and following her
Majesty's signature are those of of Viscount French, Sir John Jellicoe, Sir William
Robertson, Sir David Beatty, Sir Douglas Haig, Mr. Mr. Lloyd George, Mr. Asquith,
Mr. Balfour, Mr. Bonar Law and many other celebrities. The price of the number
is 6d., and it is well worth it.
The "Daily Telegraph" says:-
"Blighty's" double Christmas number more than confirms the impression that
for real enjoyment of the fun and flavour of life in these days the "Front" is
the only place.
The "Daily Express" says :-
These forty pages of rollicking humour in drawing, anecdote and...