Daily 70s Ad: Hank Aaron For Magnavox TV (1974)

“What a difference watching a Magnavox.” I saw Hank Aaron pinch hit in a game at the Astrodome in the late 70s. I’m glad for that. Daily 70s Ad #328: Hank Aaron For Magnavox TV originally appeared in the December, … Continue reading

Music For Monday: Carl Douglas, ‘Kung Fu Fighting’ (1974)

It had to happen and today is perfect, as we are celebrating a 40th anniversary for this tune. #1 for the first week of December, 1974 – here’s Carl Douglas performing his hit, “Kung Fu Fighting.” Hah! Carl Douglas: ‘Kung … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Sesame Street Push Button Toys (1974)

“Push a button and a matching geometric shape opens to reveal Ernie, Bert, Oscar, Cookie Monster or Big Bird.” A little “Child Guidance” from The Muppets. Daily 70s Ad #324: Sesame Street Push Button Toys originally appeared in the December, … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Ford SuperCab & Heavy Duty Pickups (1974)

“Ford’s new 2-door SuperCab is roomy enough for a family of six.” The new Ford pickups for ’75 are rolling in. Daily 70s Ad #302: Ford SuperCab & Heavy Duty Pickups originally appeared in the November, 1974 issue of Popular … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Dodge Dart Special Edition (1974)

“Based on the premise that a small car can be a very luxurious car.” The very pinnacle of luxury. Daily 70s Ad #301: Dodge Dart Special Edition originally appeared in the May, 1974 issue of Texas Monthly magazine. (Source: Texas … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: ’75 Chevy Cheyenne Pickup (1974)

“Here’s good news on how you can get improved economy and value in 1975 Chevy Trucks.” The readers of Popular Science want to see the statistics, dangnabbit. Daily 70s Ad #295: ’75 Chevy Cheyenne Pickup originally appeared in the November, … Continue reading