James Garner In ‘The Rockford Files’ (1974)

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James Garner in 'The Rockford Files,' 1974

James Garner in ‘The Rockford Files,’ 1974

Sad news this morning that actor James Garner died Saturday at the age of 86. Therefore, we interrupt our usual programming for a quick look back at the intro for The Rockford Files.

The Rockford Files starred James Garner as private detective, Jim Rockford and originally ran on NBC from September, 1974 to July, 1980. Enjoy the show’s intro below. A search of YouTube will bring up much more of the famed series for those who wish to reminisce.

The Rockford Files Wiki, IMDb

The Rockford Files TV Intro, 1974

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Daily 70s Ad: Robert Morley For BOAC (1972)

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Robert Morley For BOAC. ('LIFE' magazine, June 09, 1972)

Robert Morley For BOAC. (‘LIFE’ magazine, June 09, 1972)


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“BOAC takes good care of you.”

Actor Robert Morley for BOAC (British Overseas Airways Corporation), which later became British Airways. Daily 70s Ad #190: Robert Morley For BOAC originally appeared in the June 09, 1972 issue of LIFE magazine.

(Source: LIFE)

Previously on Daily 70s Ad: Seagram’s Red Baron (1974)

Saturday 70s Spots: Toy Commercial Collection (1970s)

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"What would you trade for a new '71 Superfast?!" (Matchbox commercial, 1971)

“What would you trade for a new ’71 Superfast?!” (Matchbox commercial, 1971)

Hello ‘DiscoPals. Seeing as how YouTube hasn’t allowed me to edit any new videos (I like to fix the audio/video and add my logo) for the past 15 hours, I can’t post any new spots. Never fear! I’ve found an excellent collection of vintage 1970s toy commercials posted by haikarate4.

There’s a focus on Hasbro and Romper Room spots, but you’ll find lots of variety within. There are many classics included, such as Hungry Hippos and Charlie’s Angels dolls, and there are a few spots you’ll never have seen before. Roll ’em!

Toy Commercials From The 1970’s Part 1

Toy Commercials From The 1970’s Part 2

Toy Commercials From The 1970’s Part 3

Previously on 70s spots: Quaker Oats & Pillsbury Swirl Cake (1979)

Daily 70s Ad: Seagram’s Red Baron (1974)

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Seagram’s Red Baron. ('New York' magazine, June 17, 1974)

Seagram’s Red Baron. (‘New York’ magazine, June 17, 1974)


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“THE RED BARON. Orange juice, grenadine and lime.”

Dapper! Daily 70s Ad #189: Seagram’s Red Baron originally appeared in the June 17, 1974 issue of New York magazine.

(Source: New York)

Previously on Daily 70s Ad: Hughes Airwest ‘Top Banana’ (1978)

Funshine Friday: A ‘Jabberjaw’ Moment (1976)

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The brave and mighty Jabberjaw, 1976.

The brave and mighty Jabberjaw, 1976.

It’s a tale of two Jabbers in this one-minute clip from Hana-Barbera’s Jabberjaw cartoon. Nyuk nyuck nyuck!

Jabberjaw‘s 16 episodes originally aired from September through December of 1976. Jabberjaw, joyfully imitating Curly of The Three Stooges, was voiced by Frank Welker. The cast was rounded out by Barry Gordon (Clamhead), Julie McWhirter (Bubbles), Patricia Parris (Shelly) and Tommy Cook (Biff).

‘Jabberjaw’: Two Jabbers Clip, 1976

Jabberjaw Wiki, IMDb

Previously on Funshine Friday: ‘Sesame Street’ – Grover Serves A Sandwich (1972)

Daily 70s Ad: Hughes Airwest ‘Top Banana’ (1978)

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Hughes Airwest ‘Top Banana.' ('Orange Coast' magazine, August, 1978)

Hughes Airwest ‘Top Banana.’ (‘Orange Coast’ magazine, August, 1978)


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“It’s easy with the Yes-for-less Fare.”

Hughes Airwest – owned by Howard Hughes and operated throughout the 70s. An airline to rattle the ol’ memory banks. Daily 70s Ad #188: Hughes Airwest ‘Top Banana’ originally appeared in the August, 1978 issue of Orange Coast magazine.

(Source: Orange Coast)

Previously on Daily 70s Ad: James Brown ‘Hustle’ (1975)