The Famous Boll Weevil (and the Steerburger)
A San Diego chain that launched in the 1960s, home of the half pound Steerburger. Ha, the name comes from the first one opening next… Read More »The Famous Boll Weevil (and the Steerburger)
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Esquire: At least *you’ll* see the Seventies
What a cheery cover commemorating all the assassinated politicians and dead celebrities you’ve outlived. Photo by White Orchid.
Standard Oil presents Mickey and Donald’s Race to Treasure Island
Made for the Golden Gate International Exposition in San Francisco Bay. Held 1939 and 1940 to celebrate the completion of the Golden Gate and Bay… Read More »Standard Oil presents Mickey and Donald’s Race to Treasure Island
RIVAL Crock-Pot
Per Smithosonian: In 1971 the Rival Company introduced the Crock-Pot, an electric cooker containing a removable glass or ceramic crock. By maintaining low temperatures, the… Read More »RIVAL Crock-Pot
August 1965 Ebony: The WHITE Problem in America
Photo by Caring Transitions.
1962 vintage Civil Defense Survival Biscuit
Photo by HR UR.
America Whistles
Edward Ruscha, 1976. Part of a series commissioned by Mobil to celebrate the Bicentennial. Photo by Timeless Treasures.
“It’s Obama” LA Times press plate
Photo by Appraisers-Estate Liquidations & Sales.
Goldwater the Right Drink for the Conservative Taste
Pretty brilliant campaign merch from the team that also thought up “Au H20”. On the other side was the even more brilliant “Daisy” TV ad.Photo… Read More »Goldwater the Right Drink for the Conservative Taste
Deadpool Killustrated: Moby-Dick
Love the take on Classics Illustrated. Photo by Gold Standard.