Baby Boomers Still Think These Are Cool But They Are Wrong

Published on 04/02/2021
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Tobacco Ads On Billboards

Cigarette ads were commonplace in the 1960s and 1970s, before the dangers of smoking were widely known. Joe Camel, a family-friendly character, and the world-famous silent Marlboro Man. Alternatively, “It’s toasted,” as the Lucky Strike slogan put it. Tobacco ads on billboards was banned as public opinion moved away from smoking.

Tabacco Ads On Billboards

Tabacco Ads On Billboards

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Answering Machines

When people were not at home, they left messages on answering machines with tiny cassette tapes. BEEEEP, please leave a message after the sound.

Answering Machines

Answering Machines

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