I read a lot of old newspapers, which means I see a lot of old ads. Some of them are too good to keep to myself.
Source: Chicago Tribune; Sept. 25, 1938
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2 responses to “Old Ad of the Week: Darn That Gogo Carsons!”
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“You’ll wonder where the yellow went, when you brush your teeth with Pepsodent”
Jingle from my youth:)
Cathy -
I’m not sure “tangy” is a descriptor I need for my toothpaste.
● Ms. Snoop
There’s no official club for Folks Who Get All Up in Dead People’s Business, but in the barest sense, that’s what I do.
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