Kenwood Stereo, 1979

Kenwood Stereo, originally uploaded by glen.h.

"The Kenwood Spectrum Series

It's quality you hear!

The sound of Kenwood Spectrum comes alive in an unbelievable package of EIGHT totally new, extremely versatile and distinctive systems to choose from.

Meticulously engineered by the same innovative team that has designed award-winning audio components, the new Kenwood Spectrum Series represent outstanding value in sound quality and flexibility.

And with eight specially matched systems to select from, your choice of the ideal hi-fi system to suit budget and decor requirement has been made so much easier.

Plus, there's Hwee Seng's attractive Sound Investment Plan (12, 18 or 24 monthly installments). What else could you ask for?

At last, your search is over."

1847 Rogers Bros., 1938

1847 Rogers Bros., 1938, originally uploaded by Gatochy.

Scanned from Taschen's "All-American Ads of the 30s". Click image for 682 x 888 size.

"Looking ahead to a November Wedding"

Fuller Brushes, 1921

Fuller Brushes ad, 1921, originally uploaded by Gatochy.

Click image for 653 x 871 size. Scanned from Taschen's "All-American Ads of the 20s".

"Genuine Fuller Brushes carry this tag in addition to the trade mark. Look for both!

Labor Saving!

That's the Fuller Wonder Mop. Its long, soft-spun strands get the dust from hard-to-get-at places - under radiators, under beds, from corners. It is soft, fluffy, dust-absorbing. Washed and wrung, it dries out like new, retaining its chemical treatment. Having no oil, it cannot spot or grease. The strands are woven in wire, to stay. But -

This is only one of the forty-five Fuller Brushes, each as well planned and perfect for its purpose, each guaranteed. There are 69 uses for them - demonstrated right in your own home by our carefully trained and supervised representatives.

FREE - 'The Handy Brush Book,' showing 69 short-cuts in housekeeping. Write to-day for your copy to

The Fuller Brush Company"

Fuller Brushes, 1921

Fuller Brushes ad, 1921a, originally uploaded by Gatochy.

Click image for 673 x 873 size. Scanned from Taschen's "All-American Ads of the 20s".

"Genuine Fuller Brushes carry this tag in addition to the trade mark. Look for both!

Look for the Trade Mark on the handle

Bowl Brush

Good Servants

The burden of disagreeable tasks is lightened by such helpers as the Fuller Bowl Brush. It is sturdy, long-handled, curved to clean surfaces that are otherwise hard to reach. The bristles, gripped firmly in rust-proof wire, are stiff, yet will not mar or scratch enamel or porcelain. Wash it, scald it, shake it dry. When hung up it will not drip.

There are forty-five of these Fuller Brushes - each a 'good servant' for its special work. many perform several tasks - 69 uses of Fuller Brushes are demonstrated in your own home by our carefully trained representatives.

FREE - 'The Handy Brush Book,' showing 69 short-cuts in housekeeping. Write to-day for your copy to

The Fuller Brush Company
Hartford, Connecticut

The Fuller Brush Company, Ltd.
Hamilton, Ont., Canada

Branch Offices in over 100 cities - consult telephone directory

Fuller Brushes
69 uses - Head to foot-cellar to attic"

José Lopes Bernardino & Co. Vulcanisation Workshop, 1915

Ilustração Portugueza, No. 473, March 15 1915 - 34a, originally uploaded by Gatochy.

Scanned from Portuguese magazine Ilustração Portugueza, No. 473, March 15 1915. Click image for 1025 x 474 size.

"We warn our clients that we have already concluded the assembly of the new machines, and we can now perform all repairs in tires and air chambers, quickly and solidly, taking entire responsibility for repairs done in our workshops. Glue for cold gluing and vulcanization. We send pamphlets with prices and conditions for free."

Styron Plastic Housewares, 1953

Stylish Styron-2, originally uploaded by saltycotton.

"Good Housekeeping" March 1953.

"Accent your color theme with Styron

Bring a decorator into the kitchen with matched accessories in new Styron-Tone Colors... Housewares made of this DOW PLASTIC are evaluated for quality, design, serviceability... look for the Styron label..."

Cannon Towels, 1953

"More Women Buy Cannon Towels . . . ", originally uploaded by saltycotton.

"Good Housekeeping" March 1953.

"Your bathroom - Four ways!

'Change-about Looks' with Cannon Towels is Bright New Decorating Idea

79c bath towel
It's not done with mirrors. It's done with Cannon towels! Here's a charming combination of rocket blue and lime - just two of many Cannon colors that can inspire the decorator in you! All Cannon colors sparkle through years of wear and washing!

98c bath towel
Sing a song of Serenade! This charming ensemble in radiant rose gives a bathroom a bright change of pace! You can switch ensembles as often as you please, for every Cannon bath towel comes with matching face towels and wash cloths!

198 bath towel
Different place? Just changed Cannons. Cavalier, in soft mimosa yellow, can add sunny beauty to your bathroom. And these towels feel as lovely as they look. 'Beauti-Fluff,' Cannon's exclusive finish, makes all Cannon towels truly luxurious and absorbent!

295 bath towel
A divine combine - pink and green! The style is Laurel, richly sculptured, luxuriously thick - just one of many brilliant fashions that can transform your bathroom. Thirsty? Yes! In fact, Cannon towels absorb five times their weight in water!

More women buy Cannon towels than all other brands combined!"

Mimosa Cosmetics, 1915

Ilustração Portugueza, No. 473, March 15 1915 - back cover, originally uploaded by Gatochy.

Scanned from Portuguese magazine Ilustração Portugueza, No. 473, March 15 1915. Click image for 1615 x 2312 size.

Click image for 566 x 527 size.