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HScroll Down for selection. Long before the age of info-mercials, companies produced sales films or sponsored stories that incorporated their products into them. Some were straight documentaries while others hired actors and celebrities to perform in them.
Shipping costs are usually $4.98 for first tape/ DVD and $1.00 each additional  in U.S.
Canadian orders generally are $7.98 for first tape/ DVD / inquire for each additional tape via email and we will quote proper price.
 ?HOW TO ORDER  at bottom of each page

ANIMATED TV COMMERCIALS
Here's 90 minutes of classic era animated commercials. From Chiquita Banana, Quisp/Quake, to the Flinstones shilling Winston cigarettes! Rocky & Bullwinkle, Sugar Crisp, Fritos, Trix, Pepsi, Bromo Seltzer, Bardahl, Mr. Clean, Mounds, Almond Joy, Cheerios with Dudley-Do-Right and Bullwinkle) Pabst Blue Ribbon, DeSoto, 7 Up, Handy Andy, Borax, M&M's, Tootsie Roll, Welch's Grape juice, Pals, Archie Glasses, Aunt Jemima Waffles (Waffle Wiffer), Cheerios (Rocky & Bullwinkle), Baker's Instant (Jimmy Crickett), Wheat Hearts, Bugs Bunny Show promo, Twinkles, Star-Kist, Bugles, Matty Funday Funnies promo, Mr. Bubble, Ipana (Bucky Beaver) Campbells Kids, Chicken of the Sea, Fritos (Frito Kid), Ding Dong (King Ding Dong), CBS Cartoon line-up promo, Funny Face, Chex (Casper), Sugar Pops (Sugar Pops Pete), Stag Beer (Mr. Magoo), Kellogg's Rice Krispies (Woody Woodpecker), Kool-Aid, Fizzies, Salada Tea, Hawiian Punch, Nash '55 (Jimmy Cricket, Brer Rabbit, Mickie Mouse), 3 Musketeers, Snickers, Peter Pan Peanut Butter (Tinkerbell, Captain Hook), Jello (Alice in Wonderland), Mattel Music Box, Soaky (Superman, Tennessee Tuxedo), Cheerios (Cheerios Kid, Donald the Duck), Halo, Yellow Pages, 7-Up (Freddie), and Smokey the Bear!
(A-567 ) Color & B & W ..........approximately 90 minutes................$19.98 plus shipping & handling

Car Commercial Festival
Ford Skyliner Hideaway Hardtop, '68 Dodge Dart, '65 Ramblers, '56 Dodge Coronet, '61 Mercury Meteor, Cheverlet Chevelle, OK used cars, Chevy Impala, Oldsmobile, '49 Buick Convertable, '56 Dodge Texan, Dodge, '57 Chevy Task Force, Renault Dauphine, '59 Chevy, '61 Lark, '54 Fords, Volkswagon, Opel, '63 Tempest, '63 Pontiac, Plymouth Surbuban, Plymouth, '61 Chevy Trucks, '61 Corvair Monza, '62 Le Mans, '51 DeSoto, '56 Ford Thunderbird, '64 Stingray, '66 Barracuda, Ford Mustang II, Ford Convertables, '60 Ford Fairlane 500, '69 Plymouths (Road Runner).
(A-646 ) Color & B&W.............approximately 1 hour....................$14.98 plus shipping and handling

COMMERCIAL VISION
This 90 minute collection features everything from cerial commercials to fuel, public service, automobiles, cameras to shampoo.  Among the cerials are Sugar Crisp, Raisin Brand, Toasties, Alpha-bits and Krinkles.   Cars include Toyota Celica, '67 Dodge Coronet, Dart, Polara. Celebreties in commercials and public service announcements include Rocky Graziano, George Gobel,, Richard Widmark, Jack Jones, Max Baer, Julie Andrews, Jack Benny, Lassie, Amanda Blake, Jerry Lewis, Joe Namath, Don Adams, and Joe E. Brown. Among the variety of commercials included here are Sinclair (Dino), Maxwell Coffee, Ringling Brothers & Barnum-Bailey Circus, Alka Seltzer (No matter What Shape),   Falstaff Beer, Ultra-bright, Hamm's Beer, Groom & Clean, Halo, and many more
(A-645 ) Color & B & W .........approximately 60 minutes............$14.98 plus shipping & handling

DODGE-PLYMOUTH-CHRYSLER PROMOS (1929-1944)
This is a collection of individually sponsored sales promotion films that start in 1929 with a super demonstration of the durability of Dodge cars. Then, a mid-1930's lesson on how not to drive. Also the assembly of a 1944 Plymouth to the music of Revel's Bolero and much more in a fun compilation designed for the auto enthusiast.
(A-448-E) B & W ....................approximately 1 hour..........................$19.98 plus shipping and handling

DODGE EXPEDITIONS (circa 1935)
Dodge sponsored films showcasing their vehicles including heavy-duty trucks built to cover rough terrain. What better way to show this off than to feature expeditions in far away countries. Armand Denis and Lisa Roosevelt appear in "EAST OF BOMBAY" and "WHEELS ACROSS INDIA". See unusual footage of many tribes, cultures and geographic locations with the Dodge truck safely getting them through it all. Note; also listed in Early Americana section of this site.
(A-470 ) B & W .......................approximately 1 hour ..........................$14.98 plus shipping and handling

PLYMOUTH RARE AUTO & TRAVEL THRILLS
Also listed in Early Americana section of this web, this was originally conceived as an advertising promotional film featuring Dodge and Plymouth vehicles. "Worlds Fair 1933" includes rare sites of  the Chicago exposition and some Plymouth "torture tests". "Wheels Across Austrailia" is a 1950's travel-adventure film in color as a Dodge carries us through the rugged continent. "Fire in the Mine" is a dramatic short as a 1936 Dodge saves the day while racing a steam locomotive!
(A-506 ) Color and B & W .........approximately 1 hour ..................$14.98 plus shipping and handling

DODGE PRESENTS WHEELS ACROSS AFRICA  (1934)
This exciting expedition across Africa featured famous explorer Armand Denis traveling in Dodge cars and truck 4,700 miles across the continent. Scenes include vicious animals, sacred cities, people who eat glass and other unusual oddities!
(A-008 ) B & W ..................approximately 1 hour .........................$14.98 plus shipping and handling

MAKE MINE SERVICE
A 1956 film made for the dealers of Chevron gasoline in California. It goes into extraordinary detail on all the free services you should give a customer. It is almost comical in the light of today's "service" stations (self-service, that is!). The film abounds with beautiful old Chevys and T-Birds. It is narrated by Mike (in your face!) Wallace. The second tape is a 1955 dealer promotional film on the superior performance of the Royal Master tire. Great scenes of "new" Oldsmobiles, Buicks, etc. on the road, in the snow and on the go. Finally a sales film, "Selling Lubricants" (for cars, that is!) Is a 1940 dealers film for keeping you auto in top shape.
(A-449-E) Color and b & w ............approximately 1 hour....$19.98 plus shipping and handling

PHILCO
This is a video of how Philco started making radios at the end of the roaring '20's. Within three years Philco would become THE leading radio manufacturer and remain so until the World War 2 era. Philco's early years as well as radio's early growth are outlined as the industry and the country matured. Highlight of the production is a tour of the Philco factory, with detailed step by step coverage of their radios in 1929 when the United States was the world leader in manufacturing. Also included is a special tribute to Jessica Dragonette, an early singing star of radio.
(A-450-E) Color ...............approximately ˝ hour..................$16.98 plus shipping and handling

BEHIND YOUR RADIO DIAL/ IS EVERYBODY LISTENING?
This is a broadcast buffs cup of tea! First, a 1948 film that presents a history of radio with emphasis on NBC. Shown are behind the scenes shots, it's programs, personalities and plans for the future. Also on this compilation is "IS EVERYBODY LISTENING?". The year is 1947. America is returning to post-war life. This production delves into the facets of the heyday of radio. If you listen closely you'll notice things haven't changed much. Most of the same criticism can be applied to today's television. The show includes a message by Lee DeForest, a pioneer of radio technology.
(A-463-E) B & W .................approximately 45 minutes.........$19.98 plus shipping and handling

FILMS OF THE Coca Cola COMPANY
Coca-Cola has been a prolific advertiser throughout it's long and colorful history. All of it's advertising is highly collectable. Now, for the Coke collectors, here's something old that's new! A video review on the films produced by Coca-Cola including theatrical commercials (1930's through the 1950's), TV commercials, excerpts from Coke-sponsored TV shows, and inside a 30's factory as well as a risque' WW2 musical and other rarities!
(A-193-E) Color and b & w ............approximately 1 hour ......$19.98 plus shipping and handling

COKE PRESENTS BERGAN & McCARTHY
On November 23, 1950 Coke sponsored their first television show. It was a special with Edgar Bergan and Charlie McCarthy in their TV debut. Unseen for almost 40 years, the beloved team was a the height of their popularity. Complete with all original commercials
(A-464-E) B & W ................approximately 1 hour ............ $19.98 plus shipping and handling


TOY COMMERCIAL FEST (1970's)
Bing Bang Boing, SSP Pee Wees, SSP Racers, Smash up Derby, Screen-a-Show, Water Wiggle, Slip 'n' Slide, Bug-Out, Screech!, Masterpiece Game, Gnip Gnop, Dealer's Choice, Barbie Country Camper, Sculpt-Sure Craft Kits, Major Matt Mason, Big Jim, Kiddles, Lazy Day, Tiny Tears, Zip Rod, Skeeters, Twirly Birds, Shaler Maker Hairy Bunch, In A Minute Cake Maker, Johnny Toymaker, G.I. Joe Adventure Team, Racing Tops, Pay Off, Criss Cross, Battle Board, Rebound, Pop Fly, Up Set, Crossfire, Swivel, Ice Cube, Battleshi, Play-Doh Fun Factory Jr., Play-doh, Blythe, Gabbigale, Frosty Sno-Man, Superball, Super Elastic Bubble Plastic, G.I. Joe Adventure Team, Kiddle Kologne, Fabs, Snoopy Ice Hockey, Humpty Dumpty, London Bridge, U-Fly-It, Don't Blow Your Top, Don't Spill the Beans, Last Straw game, Ice Bird, Play-Doh Kitchen Play Set, Gum Grabber, Electro-Shot Shooting Gallery, Dare-Devil Challenge, Remco Road Devil, Cross Over the bridge, Trouble, Tension, Onchworm, The Impostors, Skittle-Bowl, Skittle-Poker (Don Adams), Monday Night Football game, Skittle Tic-Tac-Toe, Skittle Pool, Aurora Derby,Skittle Horseshoes, Headache, Captain Action, Motorific Trucks, Real Live Lucy, Evel Knievel Stunt & Crash Car, Rub-a-Dub Dolly, XLerators, Barbie promotional Ads for 1972.
(A-637 ) ..........approximately 1 hour total..................................$19.98 plus shipping and handling

UNCLE JOE 1941
This stars a young Gale Storm, Zasu Pitts, and Slim Summerville. Made by the John Deere Company to be shown at state fairs, the comedy program was shown to get prospects “into the tent” to sell them tractors. The story revolves around a teenager, an eccentric inventor farmer with crazy inventions, and a radio soap opera jingle contest where the prize is the only hope to save Zazu Pitts from being evicted from her farm. Campy teenagers, hot rods, jokes, and a radio show with great 1940s music.
(A-00-MC46) ............approximately 55 minutes ...............$19.95 plis shipping & handling

WINNING WITH COKE & THE YANKEES
Narrated by Mel Allen, this is a comprehensive history of the Yankees from the early days through to the winning teams of the 1950's. Showcased are many of the great players. Coke's place and tie-in with the team are included here.
(A-465-E) Color ................approximately 45 minutes......$19.98 plus shipping and handling

WONDERFUL WORLD  and COKE TIME
In 1959 Coke presented a Technicolor tour of the free world. A beautiful visual record of what our world was like back in the late 50's. Also on this compilation is a COKE TIME television show starring Eddie Fisher from 1951.
(A-466-E) Color and b & w ...approximately 51 minutes......$19.98 plus shipping and handling

ON LOCATION WITH VIEWMASTER
The View-Master and their 3-D pictures, once considered a child's toy, has come into it's own as a desirable collector's item. First we are behind the scenes with a look at the details and work involved in the making of "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea". Then an in-depth session with Ingaborg Green who was very active in producing reels for View-Master and Tru-View.
(A-513-E) B & W .................approximately 30 minutes.....$19.98 plus shipping and handling

VINTAGE TV COMMERCIAL FEST
The 1960's are the primary focus of these advertisements. From instant orange juice to the square-back sedan cars, to plop, plop....you know the rest. Cigarettes were still on the air then. Look close and you'll see such players as Charlie the tuna, Tony the tiger, The Lone Ranger, Buster Keaton The 3 Stooges, Huntz Hall, Ron Carey and other familiar faces from the past
(A-194) Color and b & w ......approximately 50 minutes..$10.00 plus shipping and handling

TOBACCOLAND ON PARADE
A 1950's industrial film on why the Tobacco industry is good for everyone. It makes sports more fun! It shows how important to commerce smoking is! It shows how tobacco is processed. Even in the slave era. Paid guest appearences by guest celebrities Arthur Godfrey, Bob Hope, Perry Como and Parker ("Howdy Bub" )Fennley.
(A-00-E) Color....................30 minutes....................$14.98 plus S & H

BUSCH ADVERTISING (1967)
A very Special episode of  THE FLINTSTONES. Fred and Barney as bartenders and pitch men for Busch Beer! This was an inhouse production to show advertising campaign for 1967 Busch Beer. All the commercials are here and an address by the company president as well.
(A-00-E) Color ....................approx 30 minutes ...............$14.98 plus S & H
 

?HOW TO ORDER
Ordering is simple;
1) Purchase Order from an institution with accompanying payment including shipping and handling (see below) check, money order, VISA, DISCOVER, MASTERCARD to A-1 Video  P.O. Box 263  Sanborn, New York  14132

2) A letter typed or hand written itemizing your order with payment.

3) Phone/Fax orders are accepted with card numbers & expiration date at
(716) 731-2389. This is in-person phone ordering is considered much safer than e-mail as far as security goes. If no one is available and you get the answering machine, you can leave the information on it and we will process your order. Also you can press star 51 and fax a written or typed order as easily as if it were e-mail.

SALES TAX
Sales taxes may have to be included with your charges depending on individual state regulations.

SHIPPING-
We can ship up to four single DVDs or eight double DVDs in a flat rate envelope for  $4.98 for U.S. customers. Each additional video should add $1.00 to costs.
Canadian fees start around $7.99 for first DVD  and we will quote each additional.
Overseas shipping start at $13.00 for tha same flat rate envelope of 4 single DVDs or eight double DVDs. After that, it varies too much to give a generic quote so email us with your quantities and we will compute your best cost/options.
We use U.S.  mail or private carrier services depending on the best cost versus package size and insurance. All videos are insured for delivery and will be replaced if damaged or undelivered within the Post Office's time frame (usually 30 days maximum). A-1 video does not issue refunds for undelivered or damaged tapes but will replace the order at our expense. Any special shipping such as 2-day or overnight must be authorized by the purchaser for us to expedite your order.
DVD shipping costs are lower and will be computed for your domestic U.S. zip code.
International customers will have their orders computed as well before your total is emailed to you.
Overnight Express orders start at $20. for domestic service.

DELIVERY
We can fill most tape orders within one to three weeks maximum. In some cases it is only a matter of days if we have inventory on the shelf. Any delays beyond that time period and A-1 will notify you. 16mm prints ordered through our film division may take longer as they are generally made to order on an as-need basis.


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