Category Archives: Consumers
Riveted by Miss Rheingold
For some mid-century misses the title of Miss America was the American Dream. But in 1948, for NYC born and bred Angie O’ Riley, it paled next to the most coveted title of all- Miss Rheingold. Once upon a time,
Riveted by Miss Rheingold
For some mid-century misses the title of Miss America was the American Dream. But in 1948, for NYC born and bred Angie O’ Riley, it paled next to the most coveted title of all- Miss Rheingold. Once upon a time,
Blackface Follies
Among the collection of vintage advertising we’re likely never to see today can be added this 1950 advertisement for Lifesaver’s Pep o Mint. Thinking nothing wrong in using black face to advertise their candy one even half expects the tag
Blackface Follies
Among the collection of vintage advertising we’re likely never to see today can be added this 1950 advertisement for Lifesaver’s Pep o Mint. Thinking nothing wrong in using black face to advertise their candy one even half expects the tag
Candy is Dandy
With Halloween approaching, panicky parents are getting spooked at the prospect of their children overloading on candy . Relax. In mid-century America a Snickers bar would have been greeted with the same encouragement as chowing down a serving of kale.
Candy is Dandy
With Halloween approaching, panicky parents are getting spooked at the prospect of their children overloading on candy . Relax. In mid-century America a Snickers bar would have been greeted with the same encouragement as chowing down a serving of kale.
Royal Christening
Princess Diana’s presence will be felt at the Royal Christening of Prince George. Prince William will honor his mother at Prince George’s baptism by holding his sons christening in the Chapel Room of St James Place, the same room where
Royal Christening
Princess Diana’s presence will be felt at the Royal Christening of Prince George. Prince William will honor his mother at Prince George’s baptism by holding his sons christening in the Chapel Room of St James Place, the same room where
Hooked on Oreos
Assassin of Youth….Drugs or Oreos? A warning to parents: Keep the cookies away from the kids. Are we turning the youth of America into hard-core addicts? A new study from researchers at Connecticut College says Oreo cookies are as addictive
Hooked on Oreos
Assassin of Youth….Drugs or Oreos? A warning to parents: Keep the cookies away from the kids. Are we turning the youth of America into hard-core addicts? A new study from researchers at Connecticut College says Oreo cookies are as addictive
Who’s Driving This Country?
Step on the Gas Nervous Dot the Democrat is sure glad that Bette’s husband Dick drives a Chevrolet. Men can be real speed demons on the road but with Republican Dick every ride is big and steady! Dot and Bette
Who’s Driving This Country?
Step on the Gas Nervous Dot the Democrat is sure glad that Bette’s husband Dick drives a Chevrolet. Men can be real speed demons on the road but with Republican Dick every ride is big and steady! Dot and Bette
Siri-The Voice With a Smile?
Siri Speaks! Exactly two years after Siri made her auspicious debut on October 4, 2011, the mystery woman’s identity can now be revealed. Apple’s voice activated virtual assistant never quite took off in popularity the way Apple envisioned her, but
Siri-The Voice With a Smile?
Siri Speaks! Exactly two years after Siri made her auspicious debut on October 4, 2011, the mystery woman’s identity can now be revealed. Apple’s voice activated virtual assistant never quite took off in popularity the way Apple envisioned her, but
A Soaring Economy
The soaring economy of post war America was the gold standard for the American Dream. The people of Mid-Century America had never been more prosperous, never had Dad the breadwinner taken home so much money. The soaring strength of the
A Soaring Economy
The soaring economy of post war America was the gold standard for the American Dream. The people of Mid-Century America had never been more prosperous, never had Dad the breadwinner taken home so much money. The soaring strength of the
How to Avoid the Risk of Offending
In a time of heightened sensitivity over stereotypes, years of ethnic and racial labeling have fortunately, largely been erased from advertising. During the post-war years when it seemed the only risk of offending others was if we suffered the unforgivable
How to Avoid the Risk of Offending
In a time of heightened sensitivity over stereotypes, years of ethnic and racial labeling have fortunately, largely been erased from advertising. During the post-war years when it seemed the only risk of offending others was if we suffered the unforgivable
Trouble Brewing At Starbucks
Coffee Talk While sipping my early morning non fat caffe mocha-hold the whip, at my local Starbucks, my ears perked up at an argument between the barista and some customers. “Sorry guy, no guns with that grande!” “Excuse me lady
Trouble Brewing At Starbucks
Coffee Talk While sipping my early morning non fat caffe mocha-hold the whip, at my local Starbucks, my ears perked up at an argument between the barista and some customers. “Sorry guy, no guns with that grande!” “Excuse me lady
