“Zales is the world’s largest Christmas jeweler.” (Zales commercial, 1979)
“No one knows more than the diamond store – Zales.”
Time to open our wallets and purchase a 24-carat Daily 70s Spot. Here’s a Zales jewelers commercial featuring Christmas diamond rings and pendants. Spot aired in November of 1979. Narration may be by Christopher Plummer (only speculating, but it sounds like the man to me).
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: Dutch Masters Cigars Christmas Masterpieces (1977)
Cigar gift tins for the Archie Bunker in your family. (Dutch Masters commercial, 1977)
“See why they really are masters at Dutch Masters.”
Christmas is almost here, so for the next few days we’ll go with a jolly yuletide theme. Today we have another Dutch Masters cigar commercial. This spot features decorative Christmas gift tins “inspired by 19th Century collector’s items.” Spot aired in December of 1977. Narration likely provided by Mason Adams (it sure sounds like him to me).
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: French’s Gravy (1974)
60-second Gravy Makins in 8 flavors. (French’s commercial, 1974)
“We make your life delicious.”
Our Daily 70s Spot is hot and fresh out of the oven and ready for gravy. Here’s a French’s commercial featuring Gravy Makins in “8 hearty flavors.” Spot aired in February of 1974.
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: JCPenney Boys Shop (1972)
“Live the days of ‘remember when'” (‘Turn Back the Years,’ 1976)
Happy Funshine Friday, hectic holiday helpers! Since Christmas and the new year are fast approaching, here’s something to help you catch your breath; “Turn Back the Years” from Rankin/Bass’ 1976 Animagic holiday special, Rudolph’s Shiny New Year.
This short and sweet tune is sung by Red Skelton, with music & lyrics by Johnny Marks. It was arranged & conducted by Maury Laws. Sing along!
Previously on Funshine Friday: Josie And The Pussycats, ‘Stop, Look And Listen’ (1970)
Such a small child. He’s so easy to shop for. (JCPenney commercial, 1972)
“You can get everything you’re looking for in just one place.”
Time to button up our Daily 70s Spot. Here’s another JCPenney commercial. This one features the “Boys Shop.” Spot aired in November of 1972. That’s one heck of a sweater vest ensemble!
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: ‘Mind If I Smoke?’ PSA (1974)
Uncle Harry is about to ruin everyone’s dinner. (ALA PSA, 1974)
“Anybody mind if I smoke?”
OK, let’s light up our Daily 70s Spot and blow it in our neighbor’s face. Here’s a Public Service Announcement from the American Lung Association regarding second-hand cigarette smoke. Spot aired around 1974 (during Tomorrow with Tom Snyder) but was likely produced earlier in ’72 or ’73.
You may recognize the fellow with the mustache in this spot who says “It bothers me too, Harry.” You saw him recently in this 1974 Ragu commercial.
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: Green Giant Casserole (Animated, 1972)