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Photograph was edited for publication purposes Photograph article dated March 17, 1962 partially reads, "'Don't smoke in bed. The ashes on the floor may be your own.' In many Valley stores, you'll see this one: 'This is a non-profit organization. We didn't plan it that way, but it is.' And the sign in a hi-fi shop: 'Free sales pitch with each purchase.' For another sign, see photo." Caption refers to photograph of the VW Beetle with the 'Buy American' bumper sticker.
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1 photographic print :b&w ;18 x 13 cm. Photographic prints
Volkswagen Beetle automobile Volkswagen automobiles Signs and signboards--California--San Fernando Valley Wit and humor in advertising Bumper stickers--California--San Fernando Valley Automobiles--California--San Fernando Valley Streets--California--San Fernando Valley San Fernando Valley (Calif.) Valley Times Collection photographs
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