“A new combination of softness and strength.” A pair of commercials from February of 1974 now. First, one for Scott Towels starring the great Mae Questel, who voiced Betty Boop and Olive Oyl. Second, a spot for Elmer’s School Glue … Continue reading
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“It’s more than a meal, it’s a treat.” Eat all you can today with two delectable spots. First, we have a Big T Family Restaurant commercial featuring Tastee-Freez desserts. The spot aired in July of 1979. After that, a California … Continue reading
“Hi, guy!” Two Right Guard Natural Scent spots for the beginning of May. First up, Chuck McCann brings the humor in the long-running “Hi, guy!” series of commercials. This one aired in December of 1972. After that, a more serious, … Continue reading
“You asked for it, you got it!” Two spots now from Toyota’s famous (infamous?) “You asked for it, you got it” series. Both commercials aired in early September of 1978. Don’t get that jingle stuck in your head! Toyota Celica … Continue reading
“Strengthened with pure chromium.” Two classic spots for Wilkinson Sword razor blades today. From February 1971, a spot for “The Blade” with a cheeky comparison to Gillette. After that, a commercial from October ’71 introducing the Bonded Shaving System – … Continue reading
“Don’t leave home without them.” It’s a plastic fantastic Monday with two credit card commercials on display. First, we have a spot from November 1978 for American Express Travlers Cheques. Karl (The Streets of San Francisco) Malden, long-standing spokesperson for … Continue reading