“Everything’s under control…with Comet.” Well, hello. Happy September! It’s high time we had an update here at the ‘Disco. Let’s get into some circa ’73-’74, starting off with a Comet Cleanser commercial featuring longtime mascot Josephine the Plumber (Jane Withers) … Continue reading
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“It’s just what you’ve been crying for.” Howdy, ‘Disco denizens! It’s circa’ 72 today, and I’ve got the usual quartet of vintage ads for you, plus a pre-Bicentennial extra-special video that aired 50 years ago on this very day. First … Continue reading
“Thomas’ promises.” Greetings, all. Apologies for getting behind on the posting. Here’s a nifty lot of vintage commercials from the early Seventies – circa 1970 to ’71. First up, it’s Thomas’ English Muffins with a familiar looking package and unfamiliar … Continue reading
“Oscar Mayer has a way with B.O.L.O.G.N.A.” We’re settling in for some 1979 memories this week. First up, a commercial for Oscar Mayer and their famed “My Bologna” jingle. Following that, you’ll find ads for Secret antiperspirant, Alpo Dog Food … Continue reading
“The pantyhose-and-panty-in-one.” Alright! We’re back to the Seventies now with a batch of memory-pleasing commercials from 1978. Firstly, a spot for Undie-Leggs with a chorus line in the supermarket. If I remember rightly, this sort of thing happened all the … Continue reading
“It’s a giant of a meal.” Sixties Week is back! This hearty double-post features an old timey commercial for Sandy’s Big Scot Burger. Apparently, McDonald’s “borrowed” the Big Scot idea for their wickedly successful Big Mac. After that bit of … Continue reading