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A Look Back: Funny Food Ads From the 1900s
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We now know how powerful advertising can be, but it's funny to see how product messages change over time, especially when it comes to what we eat. We've gathered some of the best candy, drink, and food ads from the 1900s to see how beloved brands tried to capture consumers' attentions — and stomachs. You'll find that some are pretty smart and others are just plain ridiculous!

Butterfinger
Schlitz
Spam
Florida Oranges
Heinz
Jell-O
Meat
Kellogg's
Pillsbury
Pabst Blue Ribbon
Sunkist
Tootsie Roll
Cream of Wheat
Green Giant
Campbell's Soup
Swanson Dinners
Coca-Cola
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