“Celebrating the Grand Opening sale!” All righty. Let’s head back 39 years and do some marketing. First, we have a rare find. An early commercial for a Texas Grand Opening event at a new Target store. This one aired in … Continue reading
Tag Archives: 1979
“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
“Up in the valley of the Jolly Green Giant…” We’re enjoying a vegetable-based meal today with Green Giant’s Niblet Ears corn on the cob. This commercial featuring the famed harvest mascot and The Little Green Sprout aired in March of … Continue reading
“Push the button she sheds a tear.” Today, we’re playing with dolls. First, we’re taking Remco’s Sweet April for a walk in October of 1973. Second, it’s time to remember that Mego’s Baby Needs You in 1977. Sweet April Doll … Continue reading
“Ignore fancy labels.” Here’s a pair of frosty ale commercials from late in the decade. The first, features Schmidt’s Beer and comedian David Brenner. It aired in November of 1979. The second spot, for Tuborg Gold, aired in August ’79. … Continue reading
“Hey, good lookin’! We’ll be back to pick you up later!” Today, we take a look at some fancy Seventies technology. First up, RONCO’s Mr. Microphone! This particular spot aired in November of 1979 (and many more times in the … Continue reading