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: ’71 Mercury Montego (1970)

“Step up, everybody ’cause here she comes – Mercury Montego for ’71!” Yesterday we took a look at the Mercury Comet for ’71. Today, we have the ’71 Mercury Montego. This spot, which aired in October of 1970, features a … Continue reading

70s Spots: ’71 Mercury Comet (1970)

“Better ideas make better cars.” Here comes the Mercury Comet for 1971. This little blue bomber is ready to whisk you away from an angry bull at a moment’s notice! The spot below aired in October 1970. (On a personal … Continue reading

70s Spots: IBM Selectric Typewriter (1976)

“The typewriter that also erases.” Ready for some mid-70s bleeding-edge technology? Behold the IBM Selectric typewriter! This beast erases mistakes without the need to remove paper or apply White-Out. Nifty. The commercial aired in January of 1976 and was produced … Continue reading

70s Spots: Renuzit Air Freshener (1974)

“Takes the worry out of household odors instantly.” Boss coming over for a make-or-break dinner and the house smells of fish? Better grab the “Wild Rose” Renuzit air freshener and spray freely. The spot below aired in March of 1974. … 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