70s Spots: Hartz Pet Collar & Raid Yard Guard (1971)

“The collar that conquers the flea.” As summertime approaches, our retro-thoughts turn to the influx of insects. Here now, are two related commercials from August of 1971. First up, a spot for the Hartz 90-Day Collar for dogs and cats. … Continue reading

70s Spots: Red Barn (Loni Anderson) & Church’s Fried Chicken (1977)

“We have fresh ideas at Red Barn!” Here’s a pair of restaurant-fast food commercials from the fall of 1977. In the first, WKRP in Cincinnati‘s Loni Anderson appears in mildly comedic spot from November of that year. After that, another … Continue reading

70s Spots: Kodak Film & Timex Watches (1970)

“You can hold all those moments in your hand.” Swinging back in time all the way to 1970 for two commercials from once-giant companies. First up, a Kodak film spot featuring changing seasons from June ’70. After that, a Timex … Continue reading

70s Spots: Frank Gifford For Palm Beach Clothing (1978)

“In today’s Dacron Polyester.” Here’s two fashionable commercials for Palm Beach clothing starring sportscaster Frank Gifford. Both of these Gifford spots aired in March of 1978. I especially like the shot of the stylish sportsman zipping across town on a … Continue reading

70s Spots: Pillsbury Rich ‘N Easy Frosting & Ruffles Potato Chips (1974)

“That’s what makes it rich!” Time for a tea party with plenty of snacks. First, we have a commercial featuring a very happy cake maker singing the virtues of Pillsbury’s Rich ‘n Easy frosting mix. After that, a mother and … Continue reading

70s Spots: Pearl Beer (Texas) & Falls City Beer (Kentucky) (1977)

“Straight from the heart of Texas.” Here we have two late Seventies commercials for lesser-known, local beers. First up, an April 1977 spot for Pearl Beer from Texas. After that, a November ’77 spot for Falls City Beer out of … Continue reading