“The Saving Place.” Now we slip into something more fashionable – late Seventies style. First, a commercial from August 1977 for Kmart’s ladies attire. Second, a spot from March ’78 featuring the Ship’n Shore ensembles on sale at May Company. … Continue reading
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“The copper-top battery.” Today, we’re throwing it back 40 years to 1978. First, take in a commercial from March ’78 for Duracell batteries. Second, a spot for Jarman shoes featuring Eddie Barth as a friendly road worker. Duracell Batteries Commercial … Continue reading
“Barbara Walters revisits some old friends…” Today, we’re going back 40 years for a pair of promos from late ’78. First up, an airing of The Barbara Walters Summer Special from August ’78. The guests interviewed by Walters are Dolly … Continue reading
“His world is dirtier than ever!” Here’s a pair of TV trailers for your weekend. First, a commercial for the impending Christmas 1973 release of Clint Eastwood’s latest Dirty Harry flick, Magnum Force. After that, the Fifties are back in … Continue reading
“A New American Road Car.” A pair of fancy Ford flicks today. First, we have a nice :60 second spot for the ’79 LTD. This one aired in December of 1978. Second, from a few months earlier in October ’78, … Continue reading
“In today’s Dacron Polyester.” Here’s two fashionable commercials for Palm Beach clothing starring sportscaster Frank Gifford. Both of these Gifford spots aired in March of 1978. I especially like the shot of the stylish sportsman zipping across town on a … Continue reading