Where's Willy Wonka

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Text on Button WHERE'S WILLY WONKA?
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"Where's Willy Wonka?" refers to the 1971 American-British musical fantasy film, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. The film is an adaptation of the 1964 novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The phrase "Where's Willy Wonka?" possibly refers to the mysterious character and part of the plot, for Willy Wonka had disappeared only to reappear three years later selling more candy. 

Catalog ID AD0281

Wendy's Open Late

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Text on Button WENDY'S OUR PICK-UP WINDOW'S NOW OPEN LATE
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White text in the shape of the moon on a dark blue background with white dots as night stars and yellow text at the bottom

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In the mid-1980’s, the American fast food chain Wendy’s ran an advertising campaign promoting later hours at some drive-thru pick-up windows. Wendy’s was established in Columbus, OH in 1969 by entrepreneur Dave Thomas. In 1971, it became the first fast food restaurant to equip its pick-up window with a dedicated grill, which is now the industry standard. By 1981, Wendy’s had more than 1,800 restaurants. The pick-up window is credited as a major factor in the company's success and rapid expansion.

Catalog ID AD0375

Tuaca Italian Liqueur

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Text on Button Butterfly Flip WITH Tuaca ITALIAN LIQUEUR
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Light purple text at the top of the button and black and brown at the bottom with an illustration of a buttefly with a human face where its body should be and an orange drink in front of it on a black background, the button has an off white background color.

Curl Text FOUR ROSES N.Y.C. Dalo Button Co. N.Y.C.
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Tuaca is an Italian liqueur that features a blend of brandies, distilled Mediterranean citrus essences, and vanilla. The original Tuaca recipe is said to have been created over 500 years ago during the Italian Renaissance. The recipe was "rediscovered," perfected and proudced by Geatano Tuoni and Giorgio Canepa of Livorno, Italy, who dubbed the liqueur Tuaca. In 2010, the Tuaca distillery in Livorno closed, and the liqueur is now produced by the Louisville, Kentucky-based manufacturer Brown-Forman. The Butterfly Flip is presumably a cocktail made with Tuaca. 

Catalog ID AD0406

Walt Disney World Minnie Mouse

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Text on Button Walt Disney World copyright WALT DISNEY PRODUCTIONS
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Illustration of Minnie Mouse's head in the center fo the button with red text along the top edge and small black text along the bottom on a yellow background

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Walt Disney World is a famous vacation destination that was opened on October 1, 1971 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.  Over 52 million visitors a year flock to the entertainment hub to visit the four parks that are included in the Walt Disney World Company. The four parks include the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Universal Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom.

Walt Disney World was built based on the creative design of Walter Elias Disney, aka Walt Disney, after opening Disneyland in Anaheim, CA in 1955.  Walt Disney was a very prominent figure in American animation and was well known as a cartoonist, voice over, animator, and actor.  Along with his brother Roy Disney, the Walt Disney Company was born in October of 1923.

Minerva "Minnie" Mouse was originally introduced in 1928 by Disney and Ub Iwerks as a figure in a comic strip named "The Gleam."  Minnie also made her first appearance in "Steamboat Willie" along side her boyfriend Mickey.  Minnie is typically seen with friends Daisy Duck and Clarabelle Cow.

Catalog ID EN0199

Walt Disney World Minnie and Mickey

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Text on Button Walt Disney World
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Illustration of Minnie and Mickey Mouse over a white heart on a red backgound with black text along the top edge.

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Walt Disney World is a famous vacation destination that was opened on October 1, 1971 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.  Over 52 million visitors a year flock to the entertainment hub to visit the four parks that are included in the Walt Disney World Company. The four parks include the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Universal Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom.

Walt Disney World was built based on the creative design of Walter Elias Disney, aka Walt Disney, after opening Disneyland in Anaheim, CA in 1955.  Walt Disney was a very prominent figure in American animation and was well known as a cartoonist, voice over, animator, and actor.  Along with his brother Roy Disney, the Walt Disney Company was born in October of 1923.

Mickey Mouse is the official Walt Disney Company mascot and made his first appearance in the 1920's in a short film called "Steamboat Willie." This anthropomorphic mouse is usually seen in his red shorts, white gloves, and yellow shoes.  Mickey is typically seen with his girlfriend Minnie, dog Pluto, and his friends Donald Duck and Goofy.

Minerva "Minnie" Mouse was originally introduced in 1928 by Disney and Ub Iwerks as a figure in a comic strip named "The Gleam."  Minnie also made her first appearance in "Steamboat Willie" along side her boyfriend Mickey.  Minnie is typically seen with friends Daisy Duck and Clarabelle Cow.

Catalog ID EN0201

Walt Disney World Mickey Mouse

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Text on Button Walt DIsney World copyright Walt Disney Productions
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Illustration of Mickey Mouse over a white circle and above yellow text all on a red background.

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Walt Disney World is a famous vacation destination that was opened on October 1, 1971 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.  Over 52 million visitors a year flock to the entertainment hub to visit the four parks that are included in the Walt Disney World Company. The four parks include the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Universal Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom.

Walt Disney World was built based on the creative design of Walter Elias Disney, aka Walt Disney, after opening Disneyland in Anaheim, CA in 1955.  Walt Disney was a very prominent figure in American animation and was well known as a cartoonist, voice over, animator, and actor.  Along with his brother Roy Disney, the Walt Disney Company was born in October of 1923.

Mickey Mouse is the official Walt Disney Company mascot and made his first appearance in the 1920's in a short film called "Steamboat Willie."  This anthropomorphic mouse is usually seen in his red shorts, white gloves, and yellow shoes.  Mickey is typically seen with his girlfriend Minnie, dog Pluto, and his friends Donald Duck and Goofy.

Catalog ID EN0200

Walt Disney World Hearts

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Text on Button Walt Disney World Copyright Walt Disney Productions
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Illustration of Mickey and Minnie Mouse on top of a red background with red and pink hearts over white text

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Walt Disney World is a famous vacation destination that was opened on October 1, 1971 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.  Over 52 million visitors a year flock to the entertainment hub to visit the four parks that are included in the Walt Disney World Company. The four parks include the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Universal Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom.

Walt Disney World was built based on the creative design of Walter Elias Disney, aka Walt Disney, after opening Disneyland in Anaheim, CA in 1955.  Walt Disney was a very prominent figure in American animation and was well known as a cartoonist, voice over, animator, and actor.  Along with his brother Roy Disney, the Walt Disney Company was born in October of 1923.

Mickey Mouse is the official Walt Disney Company mascot and made his first appearance in the 1920's in a short film called "Steamboat Willie." This anthropomorphic mouse is usually seen in his red shorts, white gloves, and yellow shoes.  Mickey is typically seen with his girlfriend Minnie, dog Pluto, and his friends Donald Duck and Goofy.

Minerva "Minnie" Mouse was originally introduced in 1928 by Disney and Ub Iwerks as a figure in a comic strip named "The Gleam."  Minnie also made her first appearance in "Steamboat Willie" along side her boyfriend Mickey.  Minnie is typically seen with friends Daisy Duck and Clarabelle Cow.

Catalog ID EN0198

The Caravan For Human Survival

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Text on Button SURVIVE The Caravan for Human Survival
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Red text over an illustration of a sphere with blue text along the bottom edge

Curl Text GATEWAYS UNLIMITED, WASHINGTON D.C. 20011
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The Caravan for Human Survival was dedicated to nuclear disarmament and operated thanks to fudning from the U.N. Reform, the World Federalists Association, and the Planetary Citizens. In the 1980s, they traveled throughout the United States, mostly to colleges and universities, to gain signatures for petitions against nuclear arms and to promote safe alternatives. In 1981, the organization traveled to Washington D.C. to present petitions before President Ronald Reagan and Congress and call for an arms freeze. 

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Blackwood, G. (1981, September 23). Human Survival. Technician, pp. 1. Retrieved from https://ocr.lib.ncsu.edu/ocr/te/technician-v62n11-1981-09-23/technician….

Catalog ID CA0142

Smoking Pig

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Text on Button IT LOOKS JUST AS STUPID WHEN YOU DO IT
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Color photograph of a pink pig with a cigarette in its mouth with yellow text along the top and bottom edges.

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In the late 1980's, the Minnesota Department of Health created an anti smoking campaign directed towards youth.  The first campaign was a series of television commercials that showed 12 different animals smoking stating, "It looks just as stupid when you do it!"  The slogan was used in many different capacities including buttons and posters.  The campaign was used throughout the United States and even used in France in the 1990's by the National Committee of Tobacco Control.

Catalog ID CA0147

Ronald McDonald House

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Text on Button I support Ronald McDonald House
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Black text on a white background with an illustration of a house with a lawn and a tree and flowers

Curl Text MFG. by H.A.S. NOVELTIES LTD TORONTO 863 1190
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The first Ronald McDonald House opened in Philadelphia in 1974, as a partnership between members of the Philadelphia Eagles football team, the Philadelphia-area McDonald’s regional manager, and a local doctor. The purpose of the first Ronald McDonald House was to provide a “home away from home” for families of children seeking treatment for serious illnesses. This purpose continues to drive the organization, which has expanded to provide other services such as mobile access to health care for children, grants to children's health-focused non-profits, and need-based college scholarships.

Catalog ID CA0143