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@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 13, 2026, 7:37 AM

From Australia, Oct 1965: Corn Flakes ad from Kellogg's «Big nuggets of gold, the big flakes with the big flavour»

A vintage Kellogg's Corn Flakes advert featuring an older man and a young boy sharing breakfast outdoors. The advert emphasizes the flavour and vitamin-packed nourishment.

Big nuggets of gold, the big flakes with the big flavour

Kellogg's Corn Flakes. Big, crisp nuggets of corn with that golden flavour that can't be copied. Pour yourself a panful. Sluice in some milk, a handful of sugar, and Eureka! ... You've struck flavour and vitamin-packed nourishment.
2 oca. of Kellogg's Corn Flakes proride one half of the daily requirements of the essential vitamins Thiamine (B1), Riboflarım (82), Niarin und Food Iron.
Registered Trademark
THE AUSTRALIAN WOMEN'S WEEKLY-October 13, 1965
"The best to you each morning"
the
BIG FLAKES
with the BIG
FLAVOUR
THE STRA

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 13, 2026, 6:37 AM

From Australia, Oct 1956: Hair Lightener ad from Napro (+Spray-on Hair Lacquer with Lanolin) «Lighten your hair brighten your personality»

$This advert is for Napro Hair Lightener, which lightens hair and brightens the user's personality. It's simple to use and safe. Hair can be lightened as much or as little as desired, and hair is left soft and lustrous. It also features Napro Spray-on Hair Lacquer with Lanolin. Lighten your hair brighten your personality Let Napro Hair Lightener work its double magic for your personality. This wonderful new Napro product lightens your hair just as much just as little as you desire, and not a fraction more. Your hair will be radiant with a new, exciting lighter shade. And it's all so easy. Simple to use, and perfectly safe, Napro Hair Lightener leaves your hair soft and lustrous. So brighten your personality while you lighten your hair to-night-with Napro's new Hair Lightener. Another new Napro hair preparation that autematically controls and conditions your hair with a fine. fragrant spray. A "must" for that smart, well-groomed look. makes that shade of difference to all hair DARK BROWN becomes MEDIUM BROWN MEDIUM BROWN becomes GOLDEN BROWN AUBURN becomes COPPER Napro Hair Lightener is available now from your favourite chemist, store or beauty salon-watch the daily newspapers for announcement of demonstrations in leading stores. N203 FPC. THE AUSTRALIAN WOMEN'S WEEKLY October 31, 1956$

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 13, 2026, 5:37 AM

From America, Nov 1955: Travel to Mexico ad from Mexican Government Tourist Bureau (+Holidays; Honeymoons; and Living in Mexico) «wonderful MEXICO has everything!»

Advertisement promoting tourism to Mexico, inviting visitors to experience beaches, culture, and affordable luxury. Emphasizing Mexico's attractiveness for holidays, honeymoons, and as a place to reside. Featuring a cartoon of a playing mariachi musician.

wonderful MEXICO has everything!

Whether your idea of the perfect holiday is lazing on a sun-warmed beach, angling for a trophy-sized marlin, dancing on a star-hung terrace or exploring ruins older than history, you'll find your special kind of fun in friendly, fascinating Mexico.
Picture a glamourous foreign honeymoon... serenaded by mariachi players... enjoying the constant spring and summer... shopping for unusual, tiny-priced Mexican crafts for your new home... discovering the romantic, exciting land that is Mexico.
If you're like most people who visit Mexico, you'll come back again and again. Could it be the day-after-day sunshine freshened with a mountain breeze... the colorful country villages and cosmopolitan cities... the low cost of luxury... or Mexico's gracious way of living? Could be! Why not come down this winter and see for yourself?
Your TRAVEL AGENT will tell you...

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 9:37 PM

From America, Nov 1935: Straight Rye Whiskey ad from Old Overholt «What Is Good Taste?»

An advertisement for Old Overholt Straight Rye Whiskey, touting its mellow flavor, rich body, and barrelled nature. The advert emphasizes that the whiskey should remind you of tall stalks, heavy with sun-plump kernels nodding in the breeze.

What Is Good Taste?

Good rye whiskey
Should taste of good rye
Should remind you
When you sip it
Of tall stalks
Heavy with sun-plump kernels
Nodding in the breeze
Should be extra rich
In body too
Robust in flavor
Deep in color
Grainy in bouquet
And mellow as a lute note
That's the kind
Old Overholt
Straight rye whiskey is...
Has been for 125 years
And it's back again now
Bottled in bond
4½ years old
And as gracious to the palate
As barreled Nature
A corking drink to uncork!

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 8:37 PM

From Australia, Oct 1954: Gas Refrigerator ad from Electrolux (+Refrigeration; Cooking; Hot Water; and Room Heating) «Only GAS gives you Refrigeration that»

An advertisement for gas refrigerators that are permanently silent, have no moving parts, lasts a lifetime, and are economical. Offers different models in various sizes, and encourages people to visit local showrooms to see the latest models.

Only GAS gives you Refrigeration that

is Permanently Silent... has nothing to wear out... lasts a lifetime... is more economical...
You can hear a pin drop-so silent is your new model, streamlined Gas Refrigerator! And it will remain silent throughout its lifetime.
It's a fact! There's not a single moving part in the freezing unit to wear out or break down. Think of the savings in repair bills!
There are years and years of trouble-free Refrigeration ahead when you invest wisely in a Gas Refrigerator. You'll find it the best buy now and in the long run, too.
Low running costs and no maintenance costs make Gas Refrigeration truly the most economical form of food preservation known in the world today.
GAS REFRIGERATORS give
Permanent silence... no moving parts... nothing to wear out .. a lifetime of dependable, trouble-free service... economical operation... lovely-to-look-at models in varying capacities to suit the needs of every household.
These are but a few of the many reasons why hundreds of thousands of them are in continuous use throughout the world today. Your local Gas Company has a complete range on display. Why not call along to the Showrooms and see the new models today?
More and More
for REFRIGERATION, COOKING,
HOT WATER and ROOM HEATING

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 7:37 PM

From Italy, Oct 1966: Amaro Cora ad from CORA (+Drinking Glasses) «Amaro Cora, amarevole» [ENGinALT]

This black and white advertisement promotes Amaro Cora, an Italian bitters liquor. It features a stylish couple enjoying the drink in a convertible, suggesting a lifestyle of fun and sophistication. The ad highlights a special offer including two commemorative cups with the purchase of a bottle. The text emphasizes the unique and enjoyable taste of Amaro Cora.
«Amaro Cora, amarevole

City of Fun - Edenlandia - Naples

Amarevole is the taste of Amaro Cora

You know, dear, I didn't think I'd like a bitter so much!

And now, a great success from Cora: Special offer: two free cups
With the purchase of a bottle of Amaro Cora, at the normal price, you will receive two original glasses free... the cups from Caroselli Cora!
A special package for a nice >>toast for two<<!
Listen also to you how amarevole is! A personal tone made of subtle nuances, a rich aroma of delicate tones... a taste that makes you love it at first sight!»

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 4:37 PM

From America, Oct 1942: Fire-Chief Gasoline ad from Texaco «"Wartime hint... the shortest distance between two points is FIRE-CHIEF Gasoline!"»

An advertisement for Texaco gasoline, featuring Fred Allen saying that the shortest distance between two points is Fire-Chief Gasoline, mentioning Texaco dealers in all 48 states, and a reminder to tune in to Fred Allen every Sunday night on CBS.

"Wartime hint... the shortest distance between two points is FIRE-CHIEF Gasoline!"

Prof. (Fred) Allen says:
You're welcome at
TEXACO DEALERS
in all 48 States
TUNE IN: FRED ALLEN
every Sunday night-C. B. S.

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 3:37 PM

From Australia, Oct 1957: Beachwear ad from Speedo (+Cabana coats; Boxer swim shorts; Leisure Wear; and Beach umbrellas) «Speedo presents... STYLES OF THE SOUTH PACIFIC»

A men's beachwear collection featuring various styles of coats and boxer shorts in tropical patterns. Includes a contest with a free trip to Tahiti and other prizes.

Speedo presents... STYLES OF THE SOUTH PACIFIC

Hold it fellows! Don't run. It's perfectly natural that a line-up like this should attract admiring glances. To make your Summer the brightest ever, Speedo has captured the very spirit of the leisure-loving South Sea isles in this mightiest beachwear collection ever seen west of the international date line. Fabrics as cool and comfortable as the trade winds; tailored as only Speedo knows how. Ready for you now at your favourite men's wear store.
WIN A FREE AIR CRUISE TO TAHITI - for two-all expenses paid, by TEAL airliner, via New Zealand, Fiji, Samoa, Cook Islands
Ask your nearest men's wear store about the Speedo "Search for a Slogan" contest that gives you the opportunity to win this fabulous holiday. Many other prizes including "Speedo" and "Scamp" leisure wear, "Argus" automatic slide projectors, "Motorola" portable radios, "Duro" travel cases, "Shelta" beach umbrellas, "Festival" L.P. records of "South Pacific" songs.
Speedo KNITTING MILLS PTY. LTD., ARTARMON, N.S.W.
Page 40
Speedo "CABANA" coat, "LASTERN" pattern Terry lined or unlined. Speedo boxer swim shorts, "ROPE" pattern.
Speedo "CABANA" coat, "wlain poplin Speedo boxer swim shortor nylon

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 12:37 PM

From Italy, Oct 1977: Tom Boy Liquore ad from Gambarotta «Slurp! When do you drink Tom Boy?» [ENGinALT]

This is an advertisement for TOM BOY LIQUORE. The liquor is described as being made with care and patience like grandma's classic egg cream, but more stimulating. The original recipe includes dry marsala, a splash of brandy and plenty of good bitter cocoa. It is described as obtaining a creamy, fluid, terribly inviting consistency. The ad suggests drinking it on its own or mixed with ice cream, fruit salad or cakes.
«Slurp! When do you drink Tom Boy?

Slurp!
At least two million gourmand will say while tasting Tom Boy.
What is Tom Boy?
It's a new liqueur. Soft and sweet to tickle the throat. Slightly alcoholic to give a little joy.
Prepared with the care and patience with which grandma made the classic egg cream. With nutritious milk and fresh eggs well blended... But much more stimulating. The original recipe includes the addition of dry marsala, a splash of brandy and then a lot of good bitter cocoa. Until a creamy, fluid, terribly inviting consistency is obtained.
they will ask the usual two million of greedy people. Even immediately. When you feel like it. Always. And then after dinner, instead of the usual dessert. With friends, to drink something new. Alone, to keep up the morale. Mixed with ice cream, fruit salad, cakes...»

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 11:37 AM

From America, Nov 1980: Gold Quartz Watches ad from Seiko «Seiko makes gold even more precious.»

A collection of gold quartz watches for men and women, featuring bracelets handwoven in various patterns and cases in different finishes, some adorned with diamonds. Accuracy and precious materials are emphasized.

Seiko makes gold even more precious.

Seiko Gold. A many splendored collection of quartz watches for men and women that achieves perfection on many levels. Extraordinary jewelry, finely crafted in solid gold. The magnificent bracelets handwoven in chevron, herringbone and bark patterns. The splendidly designed cases in polished satin or fine Florentine finishes. Some fired with diamonds. Inside, incomparable Seiko Quartz accuracy.
Seiko makes gold even more precious.
In selected markets, see Dealer Directory after page 116 for more information.

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 7:37 AM

From India, Oct 1988: Vanaspati ad from Sunflower «Sunflower Brand Vanaspati... Only pure ghee is better than this» [ENGinALT]

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 6:37 AM

From America, Oct 1939: 1940 Dodge Luxury Liner ad from Dodge (+New Sealed-Beam headlights and Scotch Dynamite! Dodge engine) «1940 DODGE with NEW FULL-FLOATING RIDE»

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 5:37 AM

From America, Oct 1970: The Act of the Heart ads «How to cook for a man»

- A review of the movie The Act of the Heart, focusing on its characters and the storyline of the film. It talks about acting and directorial choices.
- A book review for the novel Whitewater, discussing its characters, themes, and the author's style. Whitewater is about a Southwest past set in a small Texas town.
- Recipe for Pork Perfect, which includes Birds Eye mixed vegetables with onion sauce over baked pork chops, topped with buttered bread crumbs. The ad also shows 17 other ways to cook for a man with different Birds Eye vegetable recipes.

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 9:37 PM

From America, Oct 1948: Indian Summer Supper ad from A&P Super Markets (+Harvest Meat Loaf; Cauliflower, Cheese Sauce; Broiled Tomatoes; Sliced Cucumber and Radish Salad; Peach Upside Down Cake; Coffee; Milk; and Tea) «It's A&P for better meals ... for less money»

An advert for A&P Super Markets, which claims their stores offer many good things to eat and provide value. It features an image of an 'Indian Summer Supper', comprising harvest meat loaf, cauliflower with cheese sauce, broiled tomatoes, sliced cucumber and radish salad, and peach upside-down cake.

It's A&P for better meals ... for less money

Few food stores offer as many good things to eat and as many values as your A&P Super Market. In just one visit you can prove to your complete satisfaction that A&P's selections of foods are really tops. You will find on hand the most reliable of brands famous the nation over. Too, you will see the pick of fresh fruits and vegetables from the best growing sections ... fine quality meats and poultry ... and truly fresh fish and seafood ... and choice dairy foods.
Yes, and if you take time to compare prices for all the things you need for a few days of your family's meals, you will decide for yourself that A&P is easier on your budget.

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 8:37 PM

From America, Nov 1977: XL 400S Sound Movie Camera ad from Sankyo (+Kodak Sound Film Cartridge and Boom Microphone) «Catch Your Wife Cheating. Sankyo makes it easy.»

A vintage advertisement for Sankyo's XL 400S sound movie camera. It shows a woman in rollers eating cake from the refrigerator. Text humorously suggests using the camera to catch her cheating on her diet. It highlights the camera's easy-to-use features, quality sound recording, and clear picture quality.

Catch Your Wife Cheating. Sankyo makes it easy.

Alice insisted she wasn't cheating on her diet. Then late one night I heard noises in the kitchen. Figured it might be a good time to see if my new
Sankyo sound movie camera really was as easy to use as the salesman said.
It was. Now I have a really super sound movie called Alice's Midnight Binge. I
zoomed in to get a close-up of her red face. The microphone caught her surprised protests as
well as her muttered threats. Even with just the kitchen light for illumination, my movie
came out sharp and clear. With perfect color.
Of course, Alice won't let me show that movie to anyone. But I've
made lots of others. The Sankyo sound movie camera is a real
dream to use. All I do is pop in a Kodak™ sound film cartridge.
Plug in the mike. Aim and shoot.
The Sankyo sound movie camera takes care of all the ad-
justing by itself. Automatically. So I don't have to worry. By just
looking in the viewfinder, I can tell that the picture is perfectly
focused, the film is running properly, the sound level is correct,
and the exposure is right. Sankyo makes it impossible for me to
goof. Yet I spent less on my Sankyo than Alice spends on fad diets.
Yesterday Alice learned how to use the Sankyo sound movie
camera. In only 15 minutes. I heard her whispering something to the kids
about "Daddy's snoring". Wonder if she's plotting something to get even
for Midnight Binge?
Drop us a note, we'll send you the whole story. SANKYO Seiki (America) Inc., 149 Fifth Ave., New York, N.Y. 10010
THE SANKYO XL 400S
Shown here with optional
boom mike for picking up
distant sounds. A hand-
held mike is included.
Both have windscreens
for top quality...

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 7:37 PM

From America, Oct 1939: Canned Vegetables ad from Green Giant (+Canned Corn and Canned Peas) «HERE'S A FELLOW YOU CAN TRUST»

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 4:37 PM

From India, Oct 1966: General Insurance ad from El.I.Ci. (+Fire Insurance; Ship Insurance; Motor Insurance; and Accident Insurance) «Accident Insurance! For whom? For me!» [ENGinALT]

This is an advertisement for general insurance covering fire, ships, motor vehicles, and accidents. It emphasizes the importance of being prepared for unforeseen events and the availability of service through the vendor's offices across the country.
«Accident Insurance! For whom? For me!

It may not be needed by you. But might need it later? Accident insurance is a smart precaution. Do not give way to misfortune. Contact EL.I.CI. for all your accident and general insurance needs. Fire Ship Motor Accident Various types of insurance • The country serves you through 750 offices across.»

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 3:37 PM

From Germany, Oct 1969: Sekt ad from Söhnlein «Others see in your Sekt order what you think of yourself.» [ENGinALT]

This advertisement suggests that the type of sparkling wine (Sekt) a person orders reflects their self-image and taste. It features a bottle with an ornate label, hinting at luxury and tradition. The text emphasizes the pleasure and ability to indulge oneself with this drink.
«Others see in your Sekt order what you think of yourself.

Söhnlein Sekt says a lot about some people. Even about you.
Some people boast with the sparkling wine they drink.
Söhnlein with the people who drink it.
In a bottle of Sekt there is also the pleasure of being able to afford it.
Are you worth a bottle of Söhnlein?»

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 12:37 PM

From India, Oct 1984: Anacin ad from Geoffrey Manners & Co. Ltd. «Headaches of all kinds exist. Treatment is only one!» [ENGinALT]

This advertisement is for a pain relief medication. It claims to provide quick relief and is recommended by doctors worldwide. It contains a high amount of pain reliever and is effective for headaches, colds, flu, back pain, muscle pain, and toothaches. It is now available in protective foil packaging.
«Headaches of all kinds exist. Treatment is only one!

Contains a high amount of pain reliever. Provides immediate relief, the most prescribed by doctors worldwide, more effective, pain relieving medicine with high quantity - Anacin.
Good for headaches, colds, flu, back pain, muscle pain, toothaches.
Trust only Anacin. Now in safe foil wrapping. India's popular pain reliever»

@oldinprintads.bsky.social Oct 11, 2026, 11:37 AM

From Argentina, Nov 1949: Sheets ad from Grafa (+Bed) «The sheet of your dreams...» «The mark is on the grille» [ENGinALT]