Thursday, May 27, 2010

Why?

Walking around downtown one day, this caught my eye.  These Italianate buildings date from around the 1870s.  According to that font of all information, Wikipedia, this MJB coffee ad campaign started in 1910; but there was no word on how long it lasted.  Don't know how old this particular sign is, but it is a well preserved blast from the past.  Somehow I don't think this ad campaign would do well today.
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7 comments:

  1. Gerald (SK14)May 27, 2010 at 2:31 AM

    what a curious but adorable sign

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  2. pennyMay 27, 2010 at 6:39 AM

    Hmm, why not! Smart ad, when you think about it, we are still talking about it today :)
    Nice shot.

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  3. Louis la VacheMay 27, 2010 at 6:57 AM

    hee hee!
    «Louis» has seen this ad. MJB Coffee - WHY?
    Why not?!

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  4. MarkaMay 27, 2010 at 5:36 PM

    Because. Why else?

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  5. Bob CroweMay 27, 2010 at 7:28 PM

    I keep asking myself the same question. But I like the juxtaposition of "rooms" a lot.

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  6. JoyMay 31, 2010 at 4:37 PM

    They most certainly spoke a different language back then. I like the vintage look.

    Thanks for visiting Norwich Daily Photo and leaving your comment. Come visit again. Hope your week started well!

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  7. themacinatorAugust 5, 2010 at 7:35 PM

    hey, lady, wanted to let you know i used your photo and linked you on my latest mural post!

    http://oaklandmurals.com/?p=647

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