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Retro Frankenstein Ads

March 20th, 2010 by John Wolfe

I did a little Frankenstein-themed digging today and came up with the following retro ads using Frankenstein’s monster–all three appear to be from the ’70s. Although, the last one could be early ’80s–I’m not really certain since it didn’t say in the description.

This first one has Dr. Frankenstein utilizing his creation as a gopher, but I’m still scratching my head over why the monster is being referred to as “Igor” throughout the spot. :?

Source: YT user, oscartripe

Up next, in an attempt to escape a torch bearing mob, a mad scientist/doctor quickly loads a bevy of Frankenstein-like creations into his VW bus. This one reminds me of what it’s like when I haul my props around for Halloween!

Source: YT user, beetlejuice150

This third installment is apparently what happens when Frankenstein forgets to wear his galoshes.

Source: YT user, bestoldcommercials

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Retro Halloween Stickers by Troll

February 23rd, 2010 by John Wolfe

Yesterday, as I was going through a box of stuff from my childhood, I came across these 1980s Halloween stickers (click on the image to see the full page). The stickers came with an order I placed with “Troll Books” during 4th grade. If memory serves, Troll Book Club catered to children and was widely affiliated with most elementary schools. I used to live for the day their fall catalog arrived at school because it always had a wide variety of spooky collections available. In fact, it was the only thing I used to look forward to once summer had ended and classes were beginning again.

In previous posts, I’ve mentioned a creepy book about vampires and werewolves, which made an impression on me during my youth; I believe that book came from either Scholastic or Troll Books as well.

The date on the bottom corner of the sticker page reads 1984. I remember being a sticker fanatic during that time in my life (especially scratch-n-sniff), so I must have cared greatly for these Halloween-themed stickers to have never peeled them off of the original page. I’m going to have to look for a poster frame that will fit this because these guys are going up on the wall in my office. :)

In the above image, you’re looking at the backside of the Halloween sticker page. It’s a promo for a few of Troll’s books. Most are easy to see (click on image for a larger view), but on the far right hand side is one of my favorites, which didn’t come out so clear — it’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.”

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