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Wrigley's gum 1927

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'Cause it's pretty.


The nursery rhyme that the ad parodies is "Cock-a-Doodle Doo" (naturally."

East German Ads, 1950s/1960s

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To each, his camera


( Without a tie, a man is worth only half! )

( We love the happy life! )

( Cook with love, spice with... )

( Fewa, the neutral washing compound ** super cute ad**  )

MORE East German ads of the 1950s and 1960s

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More about East German ads and the HO-Stalinallee

HO (Handelsorganisation) - Stalinallee, Berlin  1950s

HO (Handelsorganisation) - Stalinallee, Berlin
A major department store chain in East Germany, the HO was in charge of most stores, big and small.  An Eastern showpiece to rival KdW (Kaufhaus des Westens), on the model of Harrods, etc.
In the red lines: House of Fabrics, Confections (fur accessories) and Furs, Vehicles, Women's Clothing, Men's Items, Hat Salon, Clocks/Watches, Jewelry, Stockings, Cosmetics, Photo, Opticians, Leather clothing, Stationery, Musical Items, Sewing Machines, and Office Equipment, Groceries.

( Volkseigene Betrieb Deutrans )

( If you're smart, and you have the choice... )

( In the wink of an eye...ready to serve! )

and the creepy one last!

( When flies, then... )