1970s
Photo gallery: The canopy bed revival of the 1970s
The four-poster bed with a canopy, known as a tester bed, is back in a big way. At the 1972 furniture market in Chicago, the canopy bed look was bigger than life.
The four-poster bed with a canopy, known as a tester bed, is back in a big way. At the 1972 furniture market in Chicago, the canopy bed look was bigger than life.
Regular US combat units were deployed to Vietnam beginning in 1965, and while America’s direct military involvement ended on August 15, 1973, the last soldiers left Vietnam on March 29, 1975. Here, take a look back at how some of the military action was portrayed stateside by Newsweek magazine.
James Garner and producer-creator Roy Huggins are having another try at a wry, tongue-in-cheek series, ‘The Rockford Files.’ Jim Rockford is a modern-day private eye, money-hungry, and a man who gets heroic only if he’s forced into it.
Did you know that Post Cereals, have come out with some new kid stuff? Today, they announce the birth of twin cereals: Post Pebbles. These crisp, pebbly puffs of pre-sweetened rice just arrived in two flavors — cocoa and fruity — and were created specifically for brightening breakfasts of children.
“The Odd Couple” TV show recounted the madcap experiences of Felix Unger (Tony Randall) and Oscar Madison (Jack Klugman), two of Neil Simon’s most endearing and enduring characters.
The party favorite – more fun than throwing custard pie! Wham-O Silly String shoots a plastic stream of plastic string 1/4 mile long!
These familiar rhymes and fairy tales have delighted generations of children. With their 3-D lenticular covers and full-color puppet-like illustrations, these vintage Puppet Storybooks are more irresistible than ever!
Choose from a scandalous array of makeup pencil colors, and don’t be surprised if you produce a masterpiece. Here are six different ways to get an authentic vintage ’70s look!
A 20-year-old newcomer to show business and a 40-year veteran made it to the top of the ratings charts recently as NBC’s “Chico and the Man” took the No. 1 spot.
True autism is defined by specific characteristics — characteristics guaranteed to have any mother, babysitter, and even many doctors climbing the wall.
A new source of biking entertainment is becoming increasingly popular, especially for the youngsters. BMX (bike moto-cross) features a sturdy bike that has been reinforced to withstand a series of bumps, dumps and controlled turns.
Here’s a hearty old-fashioned New England beef stew that’s abundant with beef and fresh vegetables. It’s often served on special occasions in the Betty Crocker Kitchen.
Get two ways to make Banana Boat desserts — one’s like a banana cream pie, and the other is a warm chocolaty treat made on a BBQ or grill!
Rice, shrimp, clams and chicken combine in this in skillet paella, which takes its name from the two-handled frying pan in which the Spanish cook and serve it.
Match Game redefined the modern game show. It went against convention, appealed to a younger, hipper audience and ushered in a new era of television.
Here are some crafty Christmas tree ornaments you can sew yourself, using scraps of fabric! There are four different designs using an inexpensive patchwork design.
Ideal for displaying plants in any room, the Aladdin Folarium gives plants a healthy indoor environment.
There were several great vintage Halloween costume patterns available in the ’70s and ’80s. Butterick, Simplicity and McCalls all offered some basic costume designs and many variations were possible.
For flavor effervescence, the combination of fresh cranberries and pumpkin is a rare treat — and one all will relish.
Two ever-popular treats come to mind on Halloween: caramel apples and caramel corn. Find out how to make these classic Halloween recipes!
Ford Gran Torino Squire for ’74 If you think all mid-size wagons are alike, look close at Torino. Wagonmaster again in ’74. >> The ’73
The best-ever barbecue sauce is great for hot dogs, hamburgers, broiled chicken, grilled ham slices and steaks — or add a couple of tablespoons of it to a can of baked beans for some taste magic!
They’re Jell-O on the inside… the outside. Make fruity cookies today, and tomorrow, do something that’s different and fun – sprinkle flavored gelatin.
McCall’s movie guide for puzzled parents Monthly listings to help you answer the question: “But is it really all right for the kids?” by Lynn
New miracle household cleaner! (1966) Cleans everything cleaner! Rugged and tough, Formula 409 will knock out all the drudgery in cleaning walls, floors — everything,
Chocolate. Strawberry. Vanilla. United they bake. Here’s the triple-appeal of Neapolitan ice cream making a delicious appearance as cake. Begin with a Betty Crocker white
Butter mints – tiny sweet treats sometimes called pastel mints or pillow mints – are used in both of these retro pie recipes from the seventies.
Inspired by shells and sea life, these lighthearted craft delights are easy as a beach breeze to make.
A Caribbean Coconut Chicken dinner for company Serve the Caribbean coconut chicken with cornbread or French bread, pear-lettuce salad, and a full, dry white table
Something fudgy is going around Very clever, this new Betty Crocker Chocolate Fudge Supreme Cake Mix. You can make it in layers, or bake it
Introducing Stouffer’s ice cream Stouffer’s wouldn’t introduce an ice cream unless it was the very best When you have a fifty year old reputation for
Bumper stickers for our times (Cut long dotted lines, paste on bumper, save America) Down with thermostats! Big cars are pig cars If I took
For some tasty classic breads that feature oatmeal in a starring role, try these recipes for oatmeal heritage bread, oat batter bread, and country oat cornbread.
Bald, Tootsie Pop-snacking Kojak was the king of the police procedural on TV, from 1973 through 1978.
A frightened, crying child’s ability to dial ‘0’ for the operator in case of emergency could save a life. Your child’s life. Maybe yours.
George Takei talks about the Star Trek Phenomenon and the power of the classic TV series (1976) By John Stanley – The San Francisco Examiner
Hot-n-Buttery frozen waffles pops up with a golden brown buttery-flavored crispness that you just can’t get with any other brand of frozen waffles.
A luscious, creamy, no-cook filling in a crunchy, no-bake crumb crust. Convenience ingredients cut your time and work. Almost as easy as peeling a banana.
Introducing Sew Magic & Sew Perfect… real sewing without needle and thread. Now your little girl can sew-and-create just about anything she dreams up.
It’s like going to the movies. Only better. Because now children can run them all by themselves, just by turning a handle. In slow motion, speeded up or backwards.
Stickers – The desert candy A play on Snickers (Wacky Packages sticker from 1974) Curses Baby Runt “Fastest eating candy” based on Curtis Baby
Enjoy every attraction on the biggest family show afloat! The Queen Mary was the greatest, most luxurious ship ever to sail the seas. And now
Roger on tricycle (1941) “I am on my tricycle in front of our home at 531 N. Rockford Avenue, in Rockford, Illinois. My father probably
Grasshoppers love going to the beach. Keds Grasshoppers. The bounciest, liveliest shoes afoot. Grasshoppers love picnics. Grasshoppers love to dance.
Kraft Swiss makes a Monte Cristo the Count would be proud of. Here’s a sandwich that’s easy to make, but so darn elegant, you’ll probably
Fisher-Price would like you to meet our girls. Elizabeth – Jenn – Mary – Baby Ann – Natalie – Audrey These appealing little lapsitters were
Actor Jonathan Winters, poolside with a BBQ Discover your own backyard with Hefty’s “Backyard America Sweepstakes.” Win a pool plus a backyard full of
An Owl Whoo’s Pretty Square Covered with squares, in fact — but wisely covered with terry too, and oh such a soft pillow. Size: 12″
Instead of hamburger… … make Armour Vienna Sausage the meat in your meals You’ll love the out-of-the-ordinary taste that Armour Vienna Sausage adds to your
Today’s best buys in antique toys Antique toys are double-barreled delights. They arouse pleasant remembrances and reflect good design. If you’re Christmas-gift shopping and are
Schwinn Varsity 10-speed bike – 1972 Vintage Schwinn 10 speed bikes – Racer Varsity 1960 Vintage Free Spirit 10 speed bikes from 1973 1973 Murray
You can’t change the weather, but you can brighten up the day Bake up a batch of Sunkist Lemon Bars. With a package of Betty
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