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WGN Channel 9 - G.I. Joe (Commercial Break #1, 1987)

Views: 4165

Here's a commercial break for an airing of G.I. Joe on WGN Channel 9. Quality's a little iffy, but this is the best I have right now. Includes:

G.I. Joe bumper
M & M's
Super Bug-Away
G.I. Joe bumper

This aired on local Chicago TV on Wednesday, March 11th 1987.

WMAQ Channel 5 - Jerry Springer - "Adult Babies" (Part 1, 1992)

Views: 9092

Now here's some quality entertainment...In honor of my new ascent into fatherhood and diaper changing (descent?), here is a (vintage?) Jerry Springer episode on WMAQ Channel 5 dealing with the very delicate (and absorbent) topic of Adult Babies. I seem to remember this show was on very early in the morning at this point - I think I set my VCR timer to record this one. :-)

Part 1 features Jerry interviewing "Stephanie" (real-name Denise), a graduate student who's into wearing ...

WSNS Channel 44 - Illinois State Lottery - Super Shot (Part 3, 1976)

Views: 828

This clip made possible by the donations from our generous group of "Fuzzketeers" during the Spring 2012 Tape Transfer Fundraiser.

Here's Part 3 of the Illinois State Lottery's Super Shot program on WSNS Channel 44. This was the Lottery's basketball-related game (the "Super Shot" signified hitting a basket). The hosts were Bob Hale and Sandie Wolsfeld. Includes:
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WBBM Channel 2 - 1985 Chicago Emmy Awards (Part 1, 1985)

Views: 2413

Here's Part 1 of the (mostly complete) 1985 Chicago Emmy Awards broadcast from the Hyatt Regency Chicago Hotel.

This part features a variant on the WBBM Special Presentation graphic, McLean Stevenson as host, and Rex Smith singing "You Take My Breath Away" accompanied by the Dick Marx Orchestra.

Commercial: Bon Bons ice cream nuggets from Carnation.
Commercial: American Express Travel Management System
Commercial: Irv Kupcinet - "Happy Father's Day ...

WBBM Channel 2 - TV 2 News at 6pm (Part 3, 1974)

Views: 1663

Here's Part 3 of a complete edition of the TV 2 News at 6pm on WBBM Channel 2 with anchor Bob Wallace. Also featuring John Coughlin. Includes:

Bob reports on at least two weather-related deaths in the Chicago area, including 37-year-old John Reid (sp?) who lost control of his car from the slippery roads and crashed into a tree, suffering fatal injuries; and 50-year-old Nathaniel Stephenson (sp?), from overexposure in a snow bank on the South Side

This le...

WFLD Channel 32 - Son of Svengoolie - "Bride of Frankenstein" (Break #2, 1983)

Views: 882

Here's the second commercial break for the Son of Svengoolie presentation of the 1935 film "Bride of Frankenstein" on WFLD Channel 32. Includes:

Son of Svengoolie bumper

Commercial: Superman Creamy Peanut Butter - "Its Strength Is Its Great Taste" - TM & (C) DC Comics, Inc. 1983

Commercial: A&W Root Beer - "Delicious" - "That Frosty Mug Sensation - 100% Caffeine Free"

Commercial: Lysol Deodorizing Cleaner - "Spring ...

U.S. Department of Energy & Captain America - "Help Conserve Energy" (PSA, 1985)

Views: 3375

Here's a memorable energy conservation public service announcement (incomplete, and best quality available right now) from the U.S. Department of Energy featuring Captain America - encouraging kids to fight "The Thermal Thief", "The Wattage Waster", and "The Cold Air Crook" by practicing energy saving techniques.

"You're Doing a Super-Hero Job - Keep It Up, America!"

(Has a Copyright Date of 1980 at the end)

This aired on local Chicago TV on Thursd...

WLS Channel 7 - Eyewitness News Update - "A Super Blooper" (1978)

Views: 2096

Here's a news update for the Eyewitness News at 5pm on WLS Channel 7 featuring John Drury and a slight screw-up when the superimposed movie title graphic gets added in early.

Also includes the return bumper for The 3:30 Movie presentation of "The Forbin Project". (voiceover by Mike Rapchak?)

This aired on local Chicago TV on Tuesday, October 31st 1978 during the 3:30pm to 5pm timeframe.

WFLD Channel 32 - Eight O'Clock Movie - "The Best of Benny Hill" (Ending, Break & Previews, 1982)

Views: 2378

Here's the ending and final commercial break from The Eight O'Clock Movie presentation of "The Best of Benny Hill" (1974) on WFLD Channel 32. Includes:

Ending of the movie (with closing moments of chase sequence that originated from his March 22nd 1972 special)

Commercial: Squeezably Soft Charmin - "The Squeezing Gets You - The Softness Keeps You" (with Dick Wilson as Mr. Whipple)

Commercial: Empire Carpets - "Warehouse Tour" (as seen