VINTAGE OWNER'S MANUALS, SERVICE MANUALS, BROCHURES AND PUBLICATIONS
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1953 Bendix Economat Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the top of the line Bendix Economat washer with the rubber squeeze tub. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Bendix |
1953 | 28 | 29mb | $11.99 |
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Whirlpool Washer Owners Manual Model LXA8700
Here is the complete Operating Instructions and Laundry Guide to Whirlpool Automatic Washer Model LXA8700. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1970 | 24 | 42mb | $11.99 |
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1989 General Electric Appliances Catalog
Here is a full catalog with images and complete specifications for the 1989 line of GE appliances. Products include:
Refrigerators/Freezers
Cooking Appliances Microwaves Washers Dryers Dishwashers Disposers Trash Compactors Room Air Conditioners |
Full Catalog Published by: General Electric |
1989 | 92 | 208mb | $14.99 |
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1961 Kenmore Washer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to Kenmore automatic washer 700 series/11471 series models. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kenmore |
1961 | 20 | 25mb | $11.99 |
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1970-1973 Whirlpool Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all Whirlpool built-in and portable dishwashers from the early 1970's. Models include:
SVU60, SVU70, SVU80, SVU90, SVU100, SWU60, SWU70, SWU80, SWU90, SWU100, SVF60 SVF70 SVF8O, SVF90, SVF100, SWF60 SWF70 SWF8O, SWF90, SWF100, SWF100-2, SXU300-0, SXU300-1, SXU300-2, SXU300-3, SXU300-4, SXU301-0, SXU325-0, SXU325-1, SXU325-2, SXU330-0, SXU330-1, SXU350-0, SXU400-0, SXU400-1, SXU400-2, SXU400-3, SXU400-4, SXU430-0, SXU440-0, SXU440-1, SXU450-1, SXU500-0, SXU500-1, SXU500-2, SXU500-3, SXU500-4, SXU500-5, SXU530-0, SXU530-1, SXU530-2, SXU530-3, SXU600-0, SXU600-1, SXU600-2, SXU600-3, SXU600-4, SXU600-5, SXF300, SXF300-1, SXF300-3, SXF300-4, SXF325-0, SXF325-1, SXF325-2, SXF330-0, SXF300-1, SXF350-0, SXF400-0, SXF400-1, SXF400-2, SXF400-3, SXF400-4, SXF430-0, SXF440-0, SXF440-1, SXF450-0, SXF500-0, SXF500-1, SXF500-2, SXF500-3, SXF500-4, SXF500-5, SXF530-0, SXF530-1, SXF600-0, SXF600-1, SXF600-2, SXF600-3, SXF600-4, SXF600-5. |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1973 | 185 | 150mb | $14.99 |
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1972 Frigidaire Appliances Catalog
Here is a fun catalog showing off all of Frigidaire's appliance line for 1972. |
Full Catalog Published by: Frigidaire |
1972 | 24 | 67mb | $8.99 |
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1957 Westinghouse Laundromat Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the top-of-the-line Westinghouse Automatic Washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1957 | 36 | 39mb | $11.99 |
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1951 General Electric Automatic Washer Use and Care Guide
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to AW-5 Series of General Electric automatic washers. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1951 | 16 | 18mb | $11.99 |
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1957 Westinghouse Dryer Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions to the top-of-the-line Westinghouse Clothes Dryer. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Westinghouse |
1957 | 24 | 27mb | $11.99 |
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Maytag Automatic Washer Service Manual 1984
Comprehensive service manual for all Maytag Automatic Washers made from 1966 into the 1990s. Includes Specifications, Installation, Trouble Shooting, Service Procedures, Timer Charts and Wiring Diagrams. Models include: A112, A212, A312, A412, A512, A612, A712, A510, A610, A710, A810, A110, A210, A310, A410, A806, A608, A408, A308, A208. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1984 | 158 | 165mb | $14.99 |
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1996 Maytag Washers and Dryers Brochure
Full brochure highlighting the 1996 line of Maytag Dependable Care Washers and Dryers. Full images and specifications included. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1996 | 14 | 33mb | $8.99 |
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Maytag Clothes Dryer Service Manual 1984
Comprehensive service manual for all Maytag Dryers made from 1966 into the 1990s. Includes Specifications, Installation, Trouble Shooting, Service Procedures, Timer Charts and Wiring Diagrams. Models include: DE212, DG212, DE312, DG312, DE412, DG412, DE512, DG512, DE110, DG110, DE210, DG210, DE410, DG410, DE510, DG510, DE610, DG610, DE710, DG5710, DE810, DG810, DE91, DE106, DG106, DE107, DG107, DE308, DG308, DE309, DG309, DE408, DG408, DE409, DG409, DE608, DG608, DE808, DG808. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Maytag |
1984 | 158 | 154mb | $14.99 |
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1988 Whirlpool Dishwashers Brochure
Sales literature brochure highlighting in the 1988 line of Whirlpool dishwashers. Models include: DU1099XT DU72DOXS DU74DOXS DU76DOXS DU78DOXS DU810DXT DUBJDOXT DU8500XT DU8700XT DU89DOXT DU9000XR DU9500XS DU9700XR
Full images and specifications included. |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1988 | 24 | 56mb | $8.99 |
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1966 Whirlpool Dishwasher Use and Care Guide
Full Use and Care Guide along with installation instructions to Whirlpool dishwasher models SPU80 and SPC200. |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1966 | 11 | 17mb | $11.99 |
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1973 Whirlpool Dishwasher Use and Care Guide
Full Use and Care Guide to Whirlpool dishwasher model SDF7000 and SDU7000. |
Dishwashers Published by: Whirlpool |
1973 | 16 | 33mb | $11.99 |
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Westinghouse Laundromat Model LCC30 Owners Manual
Full Owners manual and use/care guide to Westinghouse Laundromat automatic home washer model LCC30. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 24 | 20mb | $11.99 |
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Westinghouse Laundromat Model LLC30 Owners Manual
Full Owners manual and use/care guide to Westinghouse Laundromat automatic home washer model LLC30. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1963 | 24 | 21mb | $11.99 |
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1954 Norge Automatic Washer and Dryer Brochures
Here are some beautiful sales literature brochures highlighting Norge's 1954 line of automatic washers, semi-automatic washers and clothes dryers. Suggested retail price list at end of file. Models include: Automatic washers: AW450, AW-425, AW-422SP, AW-410 Semi-Automatic washers: AW-405 Dryers: AG-730, AE-620, AG-710, AE-610. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Norge |
1954 | 20 | 66mb | $8.99 |
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Maytag Washer A702-A702S Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual and operating instructions packed with every Maytag A702/A702S (S is the suds-saver model) from the early 1960's. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1962 | 22 | 22mb | $11.99 |
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Speed Queen Combination Washer-Dryer Facts Manual
Here is the very rare Facts Manual produced by Speed Queen when they introduced their Washer-Dryer combination machine to highlight all the features and conveniences of having one machine do both the washing and drying. |
Combination Washer/Dryers Published by: Speed Queen |
1962 | 16 | 36mb | $8.99 |
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1955 Kelvinator Automatic Washer Owners Manual
Complete use/care guide and owners manual to Kelvinator Automatic washer model AW-2 and Semi-automatic washer model SW. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Kelvinator |
1955 | 32 | 30mb | $11.99 |
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1965 General Electric Automatic Washer Operating Guide
Here is complete operating instructions and use/care guide to GE washer models WA-832A and WA-837A. |
Automatic Washers Published by: General Electric |
1965 | 26 | 51mb | $11.99 |
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Brochure to the Very First Whirlpool Automatic Washer
Here is a wonderful brochure Whirlpool produced back in '47 when they introduced their very first automatic washer. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1947 | 12 | 38mb | $11.99 |
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1950 Westinghouse Laundromat Brochure
Here is a beautiful brochure from Westinghouse showing off their new 1950 model Laundromat model L-5. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1950 | 16 | 42mb | $8.99 |
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1957 Speed Queen Washer Operating Instructions and Brochure
Complete sales literature brochure as well the operating instruction guide to 1957 Speed Queen automatic washer models A18 and A19. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Speed Queen |
1957 | 8 | 23mb | $11.99 |
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A Guide to Modern Cleaning Methods
This is a wonderful peice of history. It is a complete text book guide for high school level home economics classes on everything to know about using vacuum cleaners, and how to clean the entire home. Sections include:
Cleaning Problems in the Home When to Clean - Factors to Consider - Suggested Schedule Sources and Kinds of Dirt Cleaning Equipment for the Home - Three Cleaning Principles - Suction Cleaners - Upright Cleaners - Pick the Cleaner to fit the Home Use of Vacuum Cleaner on Carpets and Rugs - Suction Cleaners - Upright Cleaners-Motor-Driven Brush Type - Upright Cleaners-Motor-Driven Agitator Type - Summary of Performance of Three Types of Cleaners Causes and Prevention of Carpet Wear - Causes - Prevention - Rug Cushions Rug Cleaning Ability of Different Types of Cleaners Use of Vacuum Cleaner on Hard Surface - Floors - Attachments Needed Summary of Use of Different Types of Cleaners Use of Vacuum Cleaner for Above-Floor Cleaning - Attachments Needed - Summary of Use of Suction and Upright Cleaners Summary of Performance of Different Types of Vacuum Cleaners Vacuum Cleaner Storage Carpet Facts Spot Removal Class Projects The Care Your Vacuum Cleaner Deserves |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Hoover |
1959 | 33 | 25mb | $8.99 |
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1967 Sears Kenmore Automatic Roto-Rack Dishwasher Owners Manual
Here is the complete owners manual to all 1967 Front Loading Portable Kenmore Roto-rack dishwashers. Models included: 587.71091, 587.71111 and 587.71131 |
Dishwashers Published by: Kenmore |
1967 | 21 | 19mb | $11.99 |
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How to Get the Best Out of Your Top Loading Automatic
Here are two complete use and care posters packed with the following models of Hotpoint Filter-Flo automatic washers produced in the UK. Models include: 96700, 96702, 15790 and 15792. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Hotpoint UK |
1985 | 4 | 45mb | $11.99 |
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1984 Maytag Dishwasher Service Manual
Here is the comprehensive service manual to all Maytag Jet-Clean Dishwashers from the early and mid 1980s. Models Include:
"00 Series": WU-100, WU-WC300, WU-500, WU-WC-700, WU-900
"01 Series": WU-101, WU-WC301, WU-501, WU-WC-701, WU-901 "02 Series": WU-102, WU-WC302, WU-502, WU-WC-702, WU-902 Microprocessor Model: WU1000 Full troubleshooting, cycle-charts, schematics and servicing information is included. |
Dishwashers Published by: Maytag |
1984 | 213 | 103mb | $12.99 |
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Corning Counter-Top Ranges Book and Brochure
Here is a look at Corning's glass top ranges, the first smooth-top electric ranges produced in the USA. Book shows features of ranges along with cookware that was included when you purchased a new corning range. Full color brochure at end of file as well. Models include:
Gourmet series Cooktop K-32CR and K-19BR
Built-In Oven O-24AT Family Series Cooktop K-35CR Double Oven O-24BT Full Size Ranges: R-30JB, R-30DB, R-30EB, S-30JB Counter Saver: CS-16x20, csP-16X20 |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Corning |
1973 | 28 | 13mb | $8.99 |
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TV Guide - September 4, 1953
A complete early issue of TV Guide from 1953. New York City edition. A fascinating look at early television. Copyright information: This issue had fallen into the public domain as of September 1981. Original copyright registration number B432661 was not renewed by publisher and lack of renewal was verified with copyright office. |
Television Published by: TV Guide |
1953 | 72 | 78mb | $8.99 |
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1958 Chambers Built-In Appliances Brochure
Here is a wonderful brochure highlighting the '58 line of Chambers appliances. Products include Gas and Electric Ovens, Gas and Electric Surface Cooktops, Refrigerators-Freezers, Automatic Dishwashers, Waste Disposers and Ventilation Hoods. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Chambers |
1958 | 6 | 9mb | $8.99 |
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Maytag Technical Bulletin 1 and 2
Technical bulletins produced by Maytag describing their Automatic Washer and Dryer cycles, the advantages surrounding them and reasons behind their design. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Maytag |
1974 | 7 | 4mb | $8.99 |
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1954 Whirlpool Home Laundry Appliances Book
Here is an absolute beautifully illustrated catalog in book form from Whirlpool highlighting their 1954 line of home laundry appliances. Products include automatic washers, dryers, wringer washers and mangle ironer. Scanned at 600ddpi high resolution for a beautiful pdf file. |
Automatic Washers & Dryers Published by: Whirlpool |
1954 | 52 | 171mb | $14.99 |
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1964 Frigidaire Dishmobile Use and Care Guide
Here is the operating instructions to the portable version of one of Frigidaire's last spray tube dishwashers. Model DW-DMH |
Dishwashers Published by: Frigidaire |
1964 | 4 | 18mb | $11.99 |
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Frigidaire Model Index and Identifier
Here is a wonderful item for anyone who is interested in vintage General Motors/Frigidaire home appliances. It lists every product Frigidaire manufactured between 1921 thru 1977. Then it continues on to list every model number to every machine Frigidaire produced along with the year that the particular model was produced. Appliances include: refrigerators, upright freezers, chest freezers, free-standing electric ranges, frigidaire flair ranges, twin-30 ranges, fold-back ranges, cook tops, wall ovens, flair wall ovens, mircowave ovens, compact 30 ranges, automatic washers, coin-op washers, automatic dryers, coin-op dryers, laundry centers, ironers, dry cleaners, dishwashers, disposers, electronic air cleaners, trash compactors, water heaters, ice makers, window air conditioners. Also has a great chart showing Frigidaire Appliance production start and end years. |
Full Catalog Published by: Frigidaire |
1977 | 58 | 18mb | $14.99 |
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Frigidaire Cermaic Compact 30 Electric Range Service Manual
Service manual to Frigidaire Ceramic Cooktop and oven electric ranges. Models include: RBE-539C. Complete servicing instructions and wiring diagrams. |
Ranges/Stoves Published by: Frigidaire |
1974 | 39 | 33mb | $14.99 |
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Vintage Frigidaire Appliance Parts Reference Catalog
Here is the complete parts listings of all major serviceable parts for all Frigidaire Major Appliances through 1971. Full listings of major parts and their part number is included. Ranges 1938-1971
Refrigerators 1946-1971
Washers 1947-1971 (including 1-18 and Laundry Center models) Dryers 1952-1971 Dishwashers 1955-1971 Air Conditioners 1947-1971 Plus accessories for all appliances. Having the manufacturers part number for the part you need is essential for doing internet/eBay searches to locate these rare, no longer available parts. In many circumstances they can be found once you know the part number. This guide is essential for anyone who has any vintage Frigidaire appliance. |
Full Catalog Published by: Frigidaire |
1971 | 142 | 108mb | $14.99 |
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Westinghouse Appliances For Home Planning
Here is a sales literature brochure highlighting the 1959 line of Westinghouse Appliances for the home. Products include: Refrigerators Freezers
Built-in Ovens and Cooktops
Freestanding Ranges Dishwashers Disposers Laundry Twins Automatic Washers and Dryers Combination Washer/Dryer Air-Conditioners Metal and Wood Westinghouse Cabinets |
Full Catalog Published by: Westinghouse |
1959 | 16 | 49mb | $9.99 |
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1950 Westinghouse Laundromat Brochure
Here is a beautiful brochure from Westinghouse showing off their new 1950 model Laundromat model L-5. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Westinghouse |
1950 | 16 | 42mb | $8.99 |
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Westinghouse Porta-Vac Service Manual
Here is the service manual for the Westinghouse model T-12 vacuum cleaner. Sections include Description and Specifications, Replacing and Adjusting Parts, Possible Troubles, Replacing Flexible Hose. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: Westinghouse |
1954 | 8 | 7mb | $12.99 |
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Food Preparer/Mixer Service Manual
Very comprehensive service manual for KitchenAid planetary action stand mixers. This manual specifically covers models K5-A and K-45, but this should be somewhat relative to many other KA models as well. |
Small Appliances Published by: KitchenAid |
1977 | 30 | 21mb | $14.99 |
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How You can do your own Color Planning with Sears Harmony House Go-Together Colors
Here is a wonderful and whimsical home decorading guide and color planner from Sears from the mid 1950's. Full of great 1950's color idea along with wonderful quintessential 1950's vintage illustrations. |
Miscellaneous Published by: Sears |
1955 | 16 | 19mb | $8.99 |
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New GE Roll-Around Cleaner Owners Manual
Owners manual for General Electric's pink Roll-Around Cleaner. Original manual was a bit yellowed and only in fair shape, but it cleaned up fairly well, it is still very readable and enjoyable. |
Vacuum Cleaners Published by: General Electric |
1960 | 8 | 4mb | $11.99 |
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The Greatest Drying Discovery Since the Sun
When Bendix introduced their very first dryer in 1947 this was the brochure they created to show it off to the world. |
Clothes Dryers Published by: Bendix |
1947 | 4 | 3mb | $8.99 |
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A Complete Line of Refrigerators with the Newest Ideas
Brochures highlighting the 1978 line of Frigidaire Refrigerators and Freezers. |
Refrigerators/Freezers Published by: Frigidaire |
1978 | 16 | 15mb | $8.99 |
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Operating Instructions and The Laundry Primer
Owners Manual and Operating Instructions for Whirlpool washers Models LPA 5500; LPA 5505 (with SUDS-MISER® system ) |
Automatic Washers Published by: Whirlpool |
1966 | 22 | 26mb | $11.99 |
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No Matter What You Wash and Wear You’ll Feel Like A Queen
Complete Owners manual and operating instructions to Frigidaire's middle and bottom of the line automatic washers for 1960. Custom Deluxe, Deluxe and Super models, including suds-saver models. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Frigidaire |
1960 | 32 | 17mb | $11.99 |
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Apex Wash-A-Matic 3000 Series Service Manual
Service manual for servicing the early Apex Wash-a-Matic automatic washers. Sections include: Details of Wash-A-Matic, Tools, Diaphragm and Drive Mechanism, Bearing Housing Drive Yoke and Counter Weight Assembly, Timer, Mixing Valve and Temperature Control, Pilot Valve, Balancing Valve and Diaphragm, Light Socket and Switch Box Assembly, Complaints-Causes and Remedy, Wiring Diagram, Changing Motor and Belt, Dismantling and Re-Assembling. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Apex |
1949 | 32 | 18mb | $12.99 |
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Doing Up Your Duds and Your Dishes
Full owners manual and operating instructions to the Thor Automagic Washer/Dishwasher. |
Automatic Washers Published by: Thor |
1949 | 0 | 23mb | $11.99 |
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Please note that all publications presented here at Automatic Ephemera are on average between 35 and 85 years old. This information is presented as a educational/historical reference on vintage products of the past. Any trademarks or brand names appearing on this site are for nominative use to accurately describe the content contained in these publications. The associated trademarks are the sole property of their registered owners as there is no affiliation between Automatic Ephemera and these companies. No connection to or endorsement by the trademark owners is to be construed.