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

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From America, Dec 1945: Long Distance Telephone Service ad from Bell Telephone System

«WE KNOW JUST HOW YOU FEEL»
An illustration shows a man and woman struggling to carry many Christmas presents, while a cartoon figure waves at the viewer. The ad copy acknowledges the busy holiday season and suggests calling a few days before or after the holidays to avoid delays. WE KNOW JUST HOW YOU FEEL We, too, have our hands full this time of year. For us, December 24 and 25 are always busy days at Long Distance switchboards-and they will be busier than ever this Christmas. There will be unavoidably long delays on Long Distance and some calls may not get through at all. You will get quicker service a few days before or after the holidays.
December 16, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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From Italy, Dec 1987: E 240 Super High Grade VHS videocassette ad from Basf

«The fantastic BASF colors.»

[ENGinALT]
An advertisement featuring a sperm whale emerging from the water, with a videocassette hovering above. The text emphasizes the colors and picture quality. It aims to persuade viewers that the product renders reality perfectly. «The fantastic BASF colors. Open your eyes and immerse yourself in the great sea of colors. You will discover that there is no difference between reality and BASF, because BASF videocassettes, with 6 billion color particles per mm², brilliantly reproduce all the wonderful images of reality and fantasy. BASF, videocassettes of the new generation. For those who are already ahead. BASF. It's magic.»
December 16, 2025 at 7:37 AM
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From Germany, Dec 1991: Travel to Spain ad from Spanisches Fremdenverkehrsamt

(+Fuerteventura; Gran Canaria; Teneriffa; La Palma; Gomera; and Hierro)

«Spain. All under the sun.»

[ENGinALT]
An advertisement for a trip to the Canary Islands. It showcases the beauty of the dunes and various islands, promoting a unique landscape experience every day. Information is available from the Spanish Tourist Office. «Spain. All under the sun. The most beautiful dunes are in the middle of the Atlantic. The wind- and weather-spoiled archipelago bustles in the Atlantic Ocean, as if to ensure that visitors are impressed every day of the week with a new island, the world's perhaps most beautiful dunes and a landscape that always provides new surprises. From Hierro in the southwest to Gomera, the oasis of ten thousand palms, to La Palma to the exotic dragon trees. Over Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, with Spain's highest mountain, the Pico de Teide (3,718 m), to the dune beaches of Gran Canaria, the patron saint of the subtropical island group. From African driftwood to Fuerteventura to Lanzarote, the volcanic island. Every day another landscape. Every day a journey in itself. Information will be gladly sent to you by the Spanish Tourist Board, Düsseldorf, Graf-Adolf-Str. 81, Frankfurt 17, Postfach 1705 47, Munich 15, Postfach 15 19 40, Btx *54455#.»
December 16, 2025 at 6:37 AM
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From America, Jan 1967: Music Records ad from A&M Records

(+Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass Records; Chris Montez Records; We Five Records; The Baja Marimba Band Records; The Sandpipers Records; and Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66 Records)

«HOW'S THIS SOUND FOR CHRISTMAS?»
A collection of musical blends for all seasons, arranged in a wreath for Christmas. HOW'S THIS SOUND FOR CHRISTMAS? THE MERRIEST CONCOCTION OF MUSICAL BLENDS FOR ALL SEASONS FROM HERB ALPERT & THE TIJUANA BRASS, CHRIS MONTEZ, WE FIVE, THE BAJA MARIMBA BAND, THE SANDPIPERS AND SERGIO MENDES & BRASIL '66
December 15, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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From Australia, Dec 1941: Swimsuits ad from Jantzen

(+Satin-Knit Flared-Skirt Suits; Aloha Suits; Velva-Sheen Suits; Velva-Cord Suits; Jacquard Puff Stitch Suits; Printed Satin Knit Suits; and Knit-In Design Fabrics Suits)

«Salute to beauty»
This is an advertisement for women's swimsuits featuring various fabrics and designs. The ad highlights the comfort, figure control, and stylish appearance of these swimsuits. The models are posing in the swimsuits, accompanied by descriptions of the different fabrics and styles available. Salute to beauty Always remember this. Each Jantzen owes its beauty to its fabric, its figure control, its stunning simplicity of line. Not for Jantzen those fussy folderols and gadgets that disguise hurried workman-ship-wilt when wet. That's why, when you wear a Jantzen, you can take as much time to walk up from the water as you do to enter it. Wet or dry, you're loveliest in your Jantzen. FIRST SALUTE. . . and it's one of Jantzen's (our flared-skirt suits. Tailored from Jantzen's Satin-Knit fabric ("Lastex" rayon and acetate rayon) and printed with polka dots. (Style 441) 47/6. SECOND SALUTE. Another of Jantzen's "Aloha" Suits. Hawaiian flowers printed on soft, gleaming Velva-Sheen. Half skirt. 39/6. THIRD SALUTE. Jantzen's gleaming Velva-Sheen fabric can be had in this "cord" effect this season. So ice call it Velva-Cord. Here you see it in Jantzen's "Neptune" Suit. Surplice bra deftly separates and moulds bust. Quarter-skirt helps suggestion of long, slim silhouette. 32/6. YELVA-CORD makes its debut this season. It's another stimulating version of Velva Sheen with a raised "cord" effect. From 32/6. YELVA-SHEEN. "Lastex" yarn applied by Jantzen's exclusive process to rayon and mercerised cotton gives a soft-gleaming fabric. Two-way stretch. Very, very glamorous. Sun-loving colours. From 32/6. Also in "Aloha" prints at 39/6 JACQUARD PUFF STITCH. Jantzen uses this fabric to shose how much glamour there is in wool. The new in-laid florals are very, very lovely. Into them Jantzen knits figure-control and perfect, permanent fit. In suits from 25/6. GIVE HER A GLAMOUROUS CHRISTMAS-LET HER CHOOSE HER JANTZEN FROM THIS PAGE PRINTED SATIN KNITS. Jantzen plaits rayon over...
December 15, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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From Australia, Dec 1939: Magazine ad from Sunday Telegraph

(+Fiction; Articles; Pictures; Astrology; Home Psychology Service; Amusing Sketches; Special Cables; Social Notes and News; Complete Sporting Review; and Color Comic)
A separate magazine provides entertainment with fiction, articles, and pictures. It includes celebrity stories, diverse viewpoints, exceptional photography, and unusual, informative narratives. Also included are astrology, psychology, artistic sketches, special cables, social updates, sports reviews, and a color comic. A WEEK-END'S Entertainment AS WELL AS THE WEEK-END NEWS --WITH THE SUNDAY TELEGRAPH MAGAZINE The Sunday Telegraph's separate magazine gives you a new kind of entertainment-gives you Fiction, Articles and Pictures, combined as never before.... The Fiction is the kind you like best-celebrity stories, complete in each issue, by writers everyone enjoys.... The Articles bring new views on subjects of interest to all.... And the Pictures are quite exceptional-packed pages of them, telling, as words can never tell, unusual stories-spectacular and informative. . For EXTRA Sunday newspaper enjoyment, tell your newsagent, today, to deliver the Sunday Telegraph every Sunday. OTHER FEATURES TOO! ASTROLOGY... HOME PSYCHOLOGY SERVICE... AMUSING SKETCHES BY AUSTRALIAN ARTISTS... -all in addition to the Sunday Telegraph's regular features SPECIAL CABLES SOCIAL NOTES AND NEWS COMPLETE SPORTING REVIEW 16 PAGE COLOR COMIC all for 3d
December 15, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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From America, Dec 1942: Electrical Servants ad from General Electric

(+Gifts and Tools)

«The Light no war will ever dim!»
A vintage advertisement featuring a child's face and a decorated Christmas tree. The advert expresses a sentiment of hope during wartime, suggesting the spirit of Christmas and American values will endure. It highlights the company's contribution to both domestic comforts and the war effort. The Light no war will ever dim! Christmas is a light. ... a candle burning in a window. ... the gleam of a star on a tree. ... the light in the eyes of a child on Christmas morning. But Christmas is more than these. Christmas is a light within. This light shines brightest in the face of a child - but it glows deepest in the hearts of a father and a mother who watch the child at play. For the light that we know in our hearts at Christmas time does not belong to Christmas alone, or to children alone. It glows in the heart of every man in the armed forces of the United States who stands ready to give the greatest of all gifts - himself. It shines in the heart of the worker who through the long day, the holiday pleasures given upgives his skill, with industry's strength, for freedom's sake. And, in the hearts of those who gather scrap, use less sugar and coffee and tea and meat, walk to save gasoline and tires, and keep on buying one more U. S. War Bond. The things we give, and give up, today as Americans, are gifts of freedom and liberty and opportunity to all the world tomorrow. Although we have seen the lights go out, one by one, in many of the cities of the world, this light still burns, inextinguishably, in the heart of every American. And while it burns, in true devotion to a cause, a faith, a loyalty, we may be sure that one day we shall see the lights come on again, one by one, over all the world. In past years General Electric has manufactured many gifts for Santa's pack-gifts that kept on giving in terms of the comforts and conve-niences that modern electrical servants bring into a home. This year we are manufacturing the tools that America is using to bring liberty ...
December 15, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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From America, Dec 1952: PYREX Tempered Flameware Set ad from Corning Glass Works

(+Pyrex Flameware Percolator; Pyrex Flameware Teapot; Pyrex Flameware Saucepan; Pyrex Flameware Double Boiler; PYREX Tempered Bakingware; Pyrex Oven and Refrigerator Set; Pyrex Oven Roaster, and more)
This is an advertisement for a variety of glassware kitchenware products for cooking, baking and serving, with prices ranging from $0.60 to $9.80. Items include saucepans, teapots, casserole dishes, pie plates, mixing bowl sets, oven roasters, baking dishes, and refrigerator sets, all advertised as potential Christmas gifts. Give the truly modern cookingware you'd love to get... sparkling PYREX WARE for Christmas! This is the year to brighten the kitchen of every woman on your gift list with cookingware that's really smart, truly modern. Never before so many new and exciting PYREX Ware gifts to choose from! Select a matched set of new PYREX tempered Flameware for someone very special! Beautifully, practically designed for top-of-stove cooking, it's tempered to make it extra-strong and durable! Delight any woman with new tempered PYREX Bakingware in Color... ovenware as lovely as table china! Only PYREX Ware is so perfect for cooking, so beautiful for serving, so easy to wash clean. It stays new-looking always! Give PYREX Ware-and ask for it yourself! From a single piece to a complete matched set, there are dozens of sparkling PYREX Ware gifts at housewares counters everywhere! NEW! PYREX tempered Flameware ... makes any woman Christmas-happy all year 'round! Strong, long-lasting... designed with broad, stable bases; lock-on covers for safe pouring; easy-grip knobs; stay-cool handles with hang-up rings. Lets you see food cook just right every time! Complete set of 1-quart saucepan, 4-cup percolator, 6-cup teapot, 1½-quart double boiler ... only $9.80. PYREX Flameware Teapot 6-cup.................$1.95 PYREX Flameware Percolator 4-cup.................$2.45 6-cup.................$2.95 9-cup.................$3.45 PYREX Flameware Saucepan 1-quart.................$1.95 1½-quart.................$2.25 2-quart.................$2.45 PYREX Flameware Double Boiler 1½-quart.... $3.45 NEW! PYREX tempered Bakingware in Color... bake perfect pies, cakes, casseroles in...
December 15, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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From America, Dec 1950: Cigarettes ad from Chesterfield

«“MAKE 'EM HAPPY TREAT 'EM RIGHT”»
A vintage Christmas-themed advertisement features several celebrities endorsing a brand of cigarettes as the perfect gift. The image promotes the product as a way to make people happy during the holiday season. “MAKE 'EM HAPPY TREAT 'EM RIGHT” FOR CHRISTMAS GIFTS HERE'S THE ANSWER! CHESTERFIELD'S Bing Crosby AS "POPPA SANTA CLAUS" Copyright 1950, LIGGETT & MYERS TOBACCO CO.
December 15, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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From America, Dec 1945: Sparkling Water ad from White Rock

«WHITE ROCK KEEPS YOU SPARKLING, TOO»
An advertisement for a brand of sparkling water, featuring a fairy-like figure and a tray with glasses of the product. The image evokes a sense of luxury and refreshment. WHITE ROCK KEEPS YOU SPARKLING, TOO Those who appreciate the finest choose White Rock sparkling water Psyche at Nature's Mirror The Trademark of America's Finest Mixers
December 15, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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From Australia, Dec 1953: BEAR Gift Wrap Tape ad from Behr-Manning (Aust.) Pty. Ltd.

(+Transparent Bear Tape)

«For Christmas Day. Clever Gift Wrap Ideas for Our Readers»
An advertisement promoting various creative gift wrapping ideas using coloured adhesive tape. The ad suggests using different colours, patterns, and even creating decorative bows for a personalised touch on Christmas presents. For Christmas Day. Clever Gift Wrap Ideas for Our Readers It's easy to transform an every day parcel into an exciting present when you've got the help of colourful BEAR GIFT WRAP TAPE. What's more, it makes gift wrapping fun. First, of course, you've got to have a neat parcel on which to get to work, and if you've ever envied the skill of a good shop assistant wrapping a parcel, here's how to set about it. Place the unwrapped box or article on a piece of wrapping making sure that the latter will fit with an overlap of paper around the box an inch or so; at the same time be sure that it is long enough to cover the ends. Then fold the wrapping paper around the box and seal the centre seam with a little transparent Bear Tape. Then fold and seal each end. (You'll find, by the way, that a letter opener or knife will help to make neat creases and end folds.) Now the package is ready for decorating. And this decorating is the really important part of Christmas packaging. What about a candy stripe design? All you do is take two colours of Bear Gift Wrap Tape and apply them as shown. You end the strips, of course, underneath the package. Here's another idea for using two or more colours. Apply them in a criss-cross design as illus- trated, For added effect you can cut the tape ends at an angle with a razor blade. Round parcels are usually awk- ward to wrap attractively, but here's how you can overcome any difficulties on that score. Get a sheet of "Cellophane" and, turn- ing it over, place fancy patterned tape along each edge of the re- verse side. Then place your round parcel in the centre of the "cello- phane sheet and gather the Cellophane at the top of the box, making sure that the sides are evenly pleated. Hold the gathered section together ...
December 15, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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From Australia, Dec 1946: Old Gold Chocolate ad from MacRobertson

(+Extra Cream Milk Chocolate and Snack Chocolate)

«The Signature proclaims the worth and value of every pack»
An advertisement showcasing three types of chocolates from a well-known confectioner. The ad features a woman's illustration and emphasizes the quality and signature guarantee associated with the brand. It encourages consumers to look for the brand's signature on every block of chocolate. The Signature proclaims the worth and value of every pack The signature, Mac.Robertson's, like the crown -- Sheffield's hallmark since 1773 -- is a proud mark of value and worth, an unquestioned guarantee of quality. Look for the signature Mac.Robertson's on every block of chocolate you buy. Look for it. Insist that it is on every pack of chocolate you buy. There is no finer dark eating chocolate than "OLD GOLD"... no smoother milk chocolate than "EXTRA CREAM"... and no more excitingly filled pack than "SNACK," the exclusive Mac.Robertson filled block with the four delicious and different centres.
December 15, 2025 at 7:37 AM
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From America, Dec 1940: 7 Crown ad from Seagram's

(+Whiskey)

«Seagram's 7 Crown»
A vintage advertisement celebrating the 7th anniversary of the repeal of Prohibition with a birthday cake and a bottle of blended whiskey. It emphasizes the refined taste and experience gained over seven years, suggesting a toast to the occasion with their finest American whiskey. Seagram's 7 Crown 7 YEARS... of Repeal 7 YEARS of sipping and sampling, learning to know good whiskies better. 7 years of looking for the whiskey that's mellow and full-flavored, rich but not heavy. Friend, isn't it time your 7 years' wiser taste got together with Seagram's 7 Crown? This is Seagram's finest American whiskey-made to order for seasoned tastes like yours. Made with that old-time skill the House of Seagram has acquired in more than 83 years of whiskey making. Made better, too, because available for it are the world's largest stocks of fine, aged whiskies, and velvety smooth neutral spirits. Yes, Seagram's 7 Crown is the whiskey and now is the time to end your 7 sip-and-sample years. Ask for it by its full name at your favorite bar or package store. Make this 7th Repeal Birthday one you'll long remember. Pour yourself a drink of Seagram's 7 Crown and Compare! THE WHISKEY YOU WILL COME TO... AND STAY WITH SEAGRAM'S 7 CROWN BLENDED WHISKEY. THE STRAIGHT WHISKIES IN THIS PRODUCT ARE 5 YEARS OR MORE OLD. 35% STRAIGHT WHISKIES, 65% GRAIN NEUTRAL SPIRITS. 23% STRAIGHT WHISKIES 5 YEARS OLD, 12% STRAIGHT WHISKIES 6 YEARS OLD. 86.8 PROOF. © 1940. SEAGRAM-DISTILLERS CORP, N. Y.
December 15, 2025 at 6:37 AM
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From Argentina, Jan 1941: Watches ad from Omega

«Red Gold»

«A magnificent collection of Omega watches - the reliable watch that looks like a jewel - for ladies and gentlemen, in red gold, an original creation in models of extraordinary beauty and distinction.»

[ENGinALT]
An advertisement for a collection of red gold watches, a classic design for both men and women, models of extraordinary beauty and distinction, with a world record for precision. «Red Gold A magnificent collection of Omega watches - the reliable watch that looks like a jewel - for ladies and gentlemen, in red gold, an original creation in models of extraordinary beauty and distinction.»
December 14, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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From America, Jan 1970: Bourbon Whiskey ad from Old Forester

(+100 proof and 86 proof)

«It's an Old Forester kind of season.»
A seasonal advertisement showcasing bourbon whiskey in decanters and gift wrap. The image features a couple at their front door, with snow on the brickwork and a holiday wreath. The advertisement emphasizes the quality of the whiskey and its suitability as a gift. It's an Old Forester kind of season. Decanter and Gift Wrap at no extra cost. At 86 or 100 proof. "There is nothing better in the market." Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky Brown-Forman Distillers Corporation. At Louisville in Kentucky © 1969.
December 14, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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From Australia, Dec 1950: Handbags and Gloves ad from Ven Elte

(+Leather Handbag; Suede Handbag; Grosgrain Handbag; Satin Plastic Handbag; and Suede Gloves)

«Handbags and Gloves by Ven Elte»
A catalogue advertisement for handbags and gloves. Various styles and colors are available, made from different materials like leather, suede, grosgrain, and satin plastic. The advertisement claims that the products are quality guaranteed. Handbags and Gloves by Ven Elte WITH THE P.L.B. SHIELD GUARANTEE OF QUALITY SATIN PLASTIC IN WHITE ONLY. Here are just a few from a glorious selection at all good stores LEATHER IN JUNIOR NAVY ONLY. SUEDE GLOVES IN MATCHING COLOURS SUEDE IN A CHOICE OF COGNAC, CLARET, RUM BROWN, SILVER GREY, LILAC PINK JUNIOR NAVY, DELPHINIUM BLUE SUEDE IN COGNAC GLOVES IN A WIDE VARIETY OF THE LATEST DESIGNS AND COLOURS GROSGRAIN IN POWDER BLUE GREY, PINK, JUNIOR NAVY, AMERICAN BEAUTY SUEDE IN A CHOICE OF COGNAC, CLARET, RUM BROWN, SILVER GREY, LILAC PINK, JUNIOR NAVY, DELPHINIUM BLUE. DISTRIBUTED AND GUARANTEED BY PATERSON LAING & BRUCE LTD. THE AUSTRALIAN WOMEN'S WEEKLY-December 16, 1950 Poge 34
December 14, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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From America, Dec 1939: Vacation ad from All-Year Club of Southern California

(+Accommodation; Guide Book; and Booklets)

«The man who refused to be bored!»
An advert encouraging people to vacation in Southern California. The advert details faster and cheaper travel options, offers free personalized service, a guide book and accommodation advice from the All-Year Club. The man who refused to be bored! "No, no, no, Miss Fitch! Don't send my mail to the same old resort this winter. For twelve seasons (and it seems like a hundred) I've been lulled to sleep by the same people. the same scenery, the same food. WELL, I'm getting out of the rut. This winter, so help me... "I'm getting away! To Southern California with its fat winter sun, its sparkling ocean and desert resorts, orange groves, tall mountains. I'm going to cut loose and play. Smack golf balls around. Explore those quaint Mexican streets. See top-flight horse-racing; curious industries...the broadcasts, celebrities... "Life is short but I'm going to grab a lot of it all at once. Southern California's got something I need. Something I've been missing a long time. Change...variety...something new and fresh and youthful..." Naturally, any winter vacation is better than none. But it just seems logical to us that the more change and newness you can get into it, the more refreshing it will be. It's something to think about. Especially this year with more activity and fun than ever in Southern California. NOW! ALL-YEAR CLUB “PERSONALIZED" VACATION The All-Year Club, Southern California's friendly, non-profit tourist organization (18 years experience) announces a new idea in free PERSONAL SERVICE for winter visitors. The new plan not only tells you how to get here but also designs a "custom-made'' vacation for you when you arrive. Here's how the plan works: 1 You mail the coupon. We send you immediately a free informative booklet containing authentic information, detailed costs, scenic ways to get here. 2 When you arrive, we give you, free, a large beautifully illustrated Guide Book describing all the attractions in Southern California. 3 You consult our unique...
December 14, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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From Italy, Dec 1989: Fette Biscottate ad from Mulino Bianco

«Eating healthy is a simple and light Toasted Bread.»

[ENGinALT]
An advertisement for a healthy and light toasted bread, made with simple and natural ingredients, following an ancient recipe. «Eating healthy is a simple and light Toasted Bread. Difficult to imagine something simpler and more natural than bread. And it is precisely to the great simplicity of the bread that we were inspired for our Toasted Bread. Inside there are healthy and natural ingredients such as wheat and water, combined according to one of the oldest recipes of man. Because we have always believed in the most authentic tradition that knows no sophistication. Because for you, every morning, eating healthy becomes simpler.»
December 14, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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From Australia, Dec 1961: CFL Electric Razor ad from Ronson

(+Lady Ronson Superbe)

«WORLD'S FIRST ELECTRIC RAZOR GUARANTEED TO SHAVE AS CLOSE AS A BLADE -OR YOUR MONEY BACK!»
An advertisement for an electric razor featuring the razor, its case, and a lady's razor. It promises a shave as close as a blade or your money back and claims to be the world's first electric razor. WORLD'S FIRST ELECTRIC RAZOR GUARANTEED TO SHAVE AS CLOSE AS A BLADE -OR YOUR MONEY BACK! Ronson shayes with the steel sharp closeness of a new blade every time. It's guaranteed. But what a difference.. a Ronson shave is so quick, so easy. There's none of the mess of old time blade shaving. So perfectly does the Ronson CFL shave, it has been rated the best of all brands in America three times in a row. Ronson the world's first electric razor is a magnificent masculine gift for any man who shaves. * Just landed from the States! Limited shipment of the fabulous LADY RONSON SUPERBE!
December 14, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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From Italy, Dec 1964: Television ad from Siemens Elettra, Telefunken, West, Phonola, Radiomarelli

(+LUSSO television; Super Television; Extra Television; and Standard Television)

«This is the right way! High quality, fair price»

[ENGinALT]
The image features an advertisement for televisions. Televisions from these manufacturers offer guaranteed high quality, linked to the prestige and tradition of big names, aligned with the common european market. The prices are also listed. «This is the right way! High quality, fair price It is "the path of trust" traced by 5 large Companies that continue to travel it for the protection of television buyers: The television sets of these Companies offer everyone a secure guarantee, linked to the prestige and tradition of 5 big names; quality at the highest level; reduced and aligned prices to the European Common Market (MEC). - Important: the televisions of the 5 Companies are products of high quality, at the right price. Customers are asked not to ask for discounts. HERE ARE THE MAXIMUM PRICES OF TELEVISIONS»
December 14, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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From Italy, Dec 1977: Acqua di Colonia ad from Roger & Gallet

(+Fougère; Rosa Tea; Muguet; Violette; Jasmin; Orchidea; Oeillet Mignardise; Bois de Santal; Lavande; Vetyver; and Acqua di colonia Extra Vieille)

«Say it with the flowers of Roger & Gallet»

[ENGinALT]
A catalogue showcasing a variety of perfumes and Eau de Cologne scents, each associated with a flower or scent type and characterized by their distinct qualities, such as strength, fragrance, or intensity. «Say it with the flowers of Roger & Gallet Fougère = Sincerity (strong, green, musky). Muguet = Returns happiness (soft, fragrant). Jasmin = Amiability and sensuality (strong, intoxicating). Oeillet Mignardise = Carnation - Living and pure love (intense, spicy). Lavande = Silence (aromatic, ancient). Rosa Tea = Gentleness (delicate, discreet). Violette = Candor and modesty (tenuous, gentle). Orchidea = Waiting (intense, refined). Bois de Santal = Sandalwood Passion (exotic, penetrating). Vetyver = Mystic love (persistent, oriental). Acqua di Colonia Extra-Vieille - Classic since 1806. Acqua di Colonia - Coherence (with the eau de cologne).»
December 14, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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From America, Dec 1943: U.S. Government and Three Feathers ads

«First among fine whiskies THREE FEATHERS»
- This image promotes the purchase of war bonds, depicting them as ideal gifts in a Christmas setting, with candles and festive decorations enhancing the presentation. The image suggests prioritizing patriotism over material goods during wartime. - An advertisement for blended whiskey that includes a statement confirming that distilleries are focusing on war alcohol production.
December 14, 2025 at 7:37 AM
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From Italy, Dec 1982: Pizza al Prosciutto ad from Brina

(+Pizza Capricciosa; Pizza Margherita; Trancio Ricco; Pizzette Fantasia; Pizzette Margherita; and Calzoncelli)

«An-ghin-go, what pizza will I eat?»

[ENGinALT]
A selection of frozen Italian foods, including pizza, filled pastries and pizza snacks. The image presents a range of options, suggesting a taste for every craving, from the classic to the more adventurous. «An-ghin-go, what pizza will I eat? I'll try the margherita, which is certainly tasty... But there's the capricciosa, which seems very "delicious" to me. Rich slice, fantasy, and golden calzoncelli: yes, they also tempt me! Well, I've decided: after all, this time with prosciutto. Pizza margherita, the most classic of pizzas. Pizza with prosciutto, rich, very rich. Pizza capricciosa, tantalizing and enveloping. Rich slice, a snack pizza with prosciutto and cheese. Pizzette margherita, excellent as a snack or appetizer. Pizzette fantasia, a very tasty surprise... for two. Calzoncelli, filled with good cheese and tomato. FROZEN I FROZEN FOR YOUR KITCHEN»
December 14, 2025 at 6:37 AM
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From Italy, Dec 1990: Golden Christmas Competition ad from Melegatti

(+Ferrari; Mitsubishi Space Wagon; 90 Snappy Mopeds; Balestra 1882 necklaces; Fur Coats; Glittering décolleté; and Accessorized Mitsubishi Space Wagon)

«Wherever you are, with Melegatti Christmas is magic.»

[ENGinALT]
A festive Christmas catalogue featuring a grand competition with fantastic prizes for all desires, including cars, motorcycles, necklaces, furs, and more, for those who love comfort and for those who love the power of horses. «Wherever you are, with Melegatti Christmas is magic. All over the world, Melegatti's sweetness is now at home and will magically transform your Christmas into an all-golden Christmas. This year's big competition offers fantastic prizes for all the desires of the world. 20 soft, enveloping furs for a winter on the catwalk. 12 super accessorized Mitsubishi Space Wagon for those who like to be comfortable: it's there! space for an entire tribe. 90 snappy mopeds. A treat for the kids. 12 precious Balestra 1882 necklaces for sparkling décolleté. And then the mythical Ferrari, for those who love the power of horses. more unbridled. All thanks to a postcard. Melegatti, naturally. Who else could give you a Christmas like gold? Prizes for over a billion.»
December 13, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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From America, Dec 1961: Tomato Soup ad from Campbell's

(+Crackers; Spreads; and Cheeses)

«SOUP'N CRACKER-TREATS»
A visually appealing vintage advert promoting an easy meal or snack idea. It showcases a variety of crackers paired with spreads and cheeses to be enjoyed with steaming mugs of tomato soup. The advertisement emphasizes the comforting and nourishing qualities of the meal. SOUP'N CRACKER-TREATS Great Idea: Pass the soup tray! Lunch, supper, afternoon, late-evening snack - steaming mugfuls of soup taste good any time. Specially when it's everyone's favorite - Campbell's bright and cheery Tomato Soup. And cracker-treats are easy to make while you heat the soup. Just top your favorite crackers with your favorite spreads and cheeses. Guests coming tonight? Teen-agers heading home? Family staying in? Heat up Campbell's good 'n nourishing Tomato Soup, fix up some cracker-treats - and pass the soup tray! M'm! M'm! Good! When the soup is Campbell's
December 13, 2025 at 9:37 PM