70s Spots: Jimmy Carter, Gerald Ford, Hamburger Helper, Efferdent (1975-76)

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“With your help – we can do it.”

We’ve got two political promos from the 1976 race for you today. First up, a Jimmy Carter for President spot. After that, a Re-elect Ford spot. Even though we know how this one turned out both are interesting to watch.

Then, from 1975, we’ve got commercials for Hamburger Helper and Efferdent. Dig in.

Jimmy Carter For President Commercial (1976)

Jimmy Carter for President aired October 1976.

Re-Elect President Ford Commercial (1976)

Re-elect President Ford aired October 1976.

Hamburger Helper Commercial (1975)

Hamburger Helper aired February 1975.

Efferdent Commercial (1975)

Efferdent denture cleaner aired October 1975.

Previously on 70s Spots: Baby Alive Doll, ‘Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries,’ Eveready (1977-78)

More Carter & Ford: President’s Day Special: Carter vs. Ford, 1976

More Hamburger Helper: 70s Spots: Hamburger Helper & Morton Lite Salt (1974)

70s Spots: Baby Alive Doll, ‘Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries,’ Eveready (1977-78)

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“Turn her rocker into a stroller.”

Today’s quartet of ancient commercial fun features Kenner’s Baby Alive doll, an ABC promo for the premiere of the Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries, and two spots for Eveready batteries starring tough guy, Robert Conrad.

Go ahead and watch them…I dare ya!

Baby Alive Toy Doll Commercial (1977)

Kenner’s Baby Alive doll aired in 1977.

‘Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries’ Premiere Promo (1977)

ABC promo for Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries premiere starring Parker Stevenson, Shaun Cassidy, and Pamela Sue Martin aired January 1977.

Eveready Batteries ‘Handball’ Commercial (Robert Conrad, 1978)



Eveready Batteries ‘Basketball’ Commercial (Robert Conrad, 1978)

Both Eveready batteries spots starring Robert Conrad aired in October 1978.

Previously on 70s Spots: Sears, Resilio, Arco, Ford Torino (1970-73)

More Kenner: Mego Micronauts Toys & Kenner Girder & Panel Playset (1977)

More ABC promos: ‘Donny & Marie,’ ‘Holmes & YoYo’ ABC Promos (1976)

More Robert Conrad & Eveready: Clairol (Cheryl Tiegs) & Eveready (Robert Conrad) (1978)

70s Spots: Sears, Resilio, Arco, Ford Torino (1970-73)

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” The number 1 clean-up machine. “

I hope everyone is having a wonderful 2019. Granted, we’re just getting started – but it’s gonna be a good one. Right?!

Let’s dive into our first post of the new year. Today, we’ve scrounged up commercials for Sears Lady Kenmore trash compactor, Resilio neckwear, Arco gasoline, and the 1971 Ford Torino. Get crushing!

Sears Trash Compactor Commercial (1973)

Sears Lady Kenmore Trash Compactor aired November 1973.

’70s Fashion: Resilio ‘Talking Neckties’ (1972)

Resilio neckwear aired November 1972.

Arco ‘Out Of Gas’ Commercial (1971)

Arco Supreme Gasoline aired August 1971.

’71 Ford Torino Commercial (1970)

’71 Ford Torino aired November 1970.

Previously on 70s Spots: Chevy Camaro, Levi’s, Merlin Game, Ramada Inn (1976-79)

More Sears: 70s Spots (Winter Holidays): Sears Dynaglass Snow Tires (1971)

More Ford Torino: Daily 70s Ad: Ford Gran Torino Duo (1972)

(Holiday Repeat) Sing-A-Long: ‘Rudolph’s Shiny New Year’ – ‘Have A Happy New Year’ (1976)

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Great jumping juniper! Has another year gone by already? Certainly seems so, therefore, as is tradition…Happy New Year everyone! I hope you have a wonderful 2019. Enjoy a Rankin/Bass holiday repeat from previous years.

Should auld Animagic be forgot… (‘Have a Happy New Year,’ ‘Rudolph’s Shiny New Year,’ 1976)

On behalf of myself and Bionic Disco, here’s wishing you a joyous and wonderful new year!

Let’s celebrate with belting out the “Have A Happy New Year” song from Rankin/Bass’ 1976 Animagic holiday special, Rudolph’s Shiny New Year. The tune is sung primarily by Red Skelton. Music & lyrics by Johnny Marks. Arranged & conducted by Maury Laws.

‘Have A Happy New Year’ From ‘Rudolph’s Shiny New Year,’ 1976

(Holiday Repeat) 70s Spots: ‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ Promo (Dick Clark, 1977)

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Happy New Year from all the gang!

“Rock in the New Year with Dick Clark.”

If it’s the Seventies and you’re in front of the TV on New Year’s Eve – then you’re tuning in Dick Clark. No two ways about it. This short New Year’s Rockin’ Eve clip aired over 40 years ago on December 30, 1977. Looks like Suzanne Somers (Three’s Company) and Robert Hegyes (Welcome Back, Kotter) were joining in the festivities.

I hope everyone has a wonderful New Year’s Eve and a safe and happy 2019. Happy New Year!

‘NEW YEAR’S ROCKIN’ EVE’ PROMO (DICK CLARK, 1977)

70s Spots: Chevy Camaro, Levi’s, Merlin Game, Ramada Inn (1976-79)

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“The Electronic Wizard!”

2018 is coming to a close and what better way to wrap up the year than to take in some vintage Seventies commercials. This batch features Parker Brothers electronic Merlin game from 1978. I had one of these and enjoyed playing it for a short while. There was only so much fun to be had from a series of flashing red lights though.

Other spots on-tap today include one of those dreamy animated Levi’s spots, the new ’77 Chevy Camaro, and one for Ramada Inn.

’77 Camaro Commercial (1976)

’77 Camaro aired November 1976.

Classic Animated Levi’s Commercial (1977)

Animated Levi’s with narration by Ken Nordine aired September 1977.

Merlin Electronic Game Commercial (1978)

Parker Brothers’ Merlin game with narration by (I believe) Paul Frees aired November 1978.

Ramada Inn Hotel Commercial (1979)

Ramada Inn aired November 1979.

Previously on 70s Spots: 70s Spots (Holidays): Pepsi, ‘Little House,’ DeBeers, Sears (1978-79)

More Chevy Camaro: 70s Spots: ’79 Chevy Camaro & AMC Concord (1978)

More Levi’s: 70s Spots: Fashion Time – Kmart Boys’ Wear & Levi’s Sportswear (1979)

More Parker Brothers: Daily 70s Ad: Parker Brothers Code Name: Sector Electronic Board Game (1978)