70s Spots: JCPenney ‘Mr. Dynamite’ (Ron Carey, 1972)

“Doesn’t look like much does he? But, wait…” High Fashion time! Here’s a JCPenney knit shirt spot featuring “Mr. Dynamite” aka actor Ron Carey of Barney Miller fame. The commercial aired in November of 1972. JCPenney ‘Mr. Dynamite’ Commercial, Ron … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Marcus Welby, M.D.’ ABC Promo (1972)

“We’re here to help people.” Today, we have another ABC promo from November of 1972. This time, we find Robert Young and James Brolin starring in the long-running series (1969-76), Marcus Welby, M.D.. Dispense it below. ‘Marcus Welby, M.D.’ Promo, … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Temperatures Rising’ ABC Promo (1972)

“James Whitmore finds his temperature rising…” Temperatures Rising ran on ABC from September 1972 to August 1974. The promo below aired not long after the sitcom’s debut in November of ’72. The show was later retooled for 1973 (The New … Continue reading

70s Spots: 70s Fashion – Wedding Dresses (1972)

“For the girl who is very Today.” In the market for a nice 1970s wedding dress? Peruse the wares at Maryland’s Today shop for all the latest fashions. The commercial aired in May of 1972. 70s Fashion: Wedding Dresses Commercial, … Continue reading

70s Spots: ’73 Chrysler Newport (1972)

“A Chrysler more people can afford.” Let’s stick with Chrysler again today, but fast-forward almost two years to October of 1972. Here we find the 1973 Chrysler Newport being presented as a long-standing tradition in engineering. Roll with it. ’73 … Continue reading

70s Spots: Kraft Golden Caesar Salad Dressing (1972)

“The noblest Caesar of them all.” Coming in late and just under the wire, I have a Sunday commercial for you. It’s one for Kraft Golden Caesar salad dressing and you can pour these 30 seconds right onto your evening … Continue reading