BPCL.MC/03. Commemorative and Collectible Culture

Abstract Advertising is a common facet of modern life and it appears in various forms. From the billboard on the morning commute, the five second blurb before a YouTube video, to the commercial break during a podcast, advertising is an extremely powerful tool that is utilized by many entities. While frequently attempting to sell a product, ideas or movements are also regularly the basis of these messages, many of which are politically motivated.Political advertising is the backbone of any...

Introduction This collection of printed materials and realia (e.g. objects from everyday life) commemorates the American Bicentennial celebration in 1976. The collection includes pamphlets, brochures and other printed materials about regional bicentennial celebrations, special edition reprints for the bicentennial and official information from the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration. The collection also includes realia themed with American iconography, such as the Liberty Bell, Flag, Bald...

Introduction Primarily purchased by sound recordings archivist Bill Schurk between the years 1958 and 1962, from Sam Klein Cigar Company in Cleveland, OH, this collection represents a sampling of the foreign and domestic cigarette brands available to consumers at the apex of cigarette consumption in the United States. Showcasing an assortment of packaging styles, an array of eye-catching graphic designs, and a variety of smokable tobaccos cultivated from around the globe, this collection provides a...

Description This collection consists of printed recipe booklets and brochures for various food brands and kitchen products from the 1900s to the present. Historically in American society, cooking has been within the domestic sphere and this collection reflects that with representations of traditional gender roles. The collection is sorted by primary ingredients (baking soda, yeast, etc.), as well as categories (desserts, fried foods, etc.) and some major brands (Betty Crocker, Kraft, etc.)....

Introduction The Browne Popular Culture Library's Postcard Collection contains numerous examples of communication and travel for at least the last 100 years or so. From Disney to Europe to Bowling Green, OH, our Postcard Collection has something for everyone to study, be entertained by, or to just marvel. Many have handwritten messages (and dated postmarks!) and many do not. If you are interested in the postcards, don't hesitate to stop by the Reference/Service Desk on the 4th floor of Jerome...

Introduction The September 11th Collection consists of 70 items related to al-Qaeda's attack on targets in the United States on Sept. 11, 2001. The collection is home to newspapers (mainly local) printed the day of and the days following the attacks in addition to periodicals, high school and university publications. The collection also contains other printed material such as advertisements, trading cards, a calendar, bumper stickers, a puzzle, and other items. A few video tapes round out the...

Introduction The United States entered World War I in 1917 and were part of the Allied countries who won the war in 1918. The government created a variety of methods to engage citizens on the Homefront to help with the war effort. Americans were encouraged to purchase war bonds to help finance the campaign. Rationing was enforced so essential supplies could be sent to the soldiers, including sugar, milk and fat. Other ways citizens could help included joining the Red Cross and the War Chest. Similar...

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The United States entered World War II in 1941 and was part of the Allied Forces who won the war in 1945. Similar to its efforts during World War I, the government created a variety of methods to engage citizens on the home front to help with the war effort. Americans were encouraged to grow and preserve their own food and purchase war bonds to help finance the campaign. Food and other essential supplies were rationed.