What do these have in common? They were here and now they're gone, or almost gone.
ZIMA-- MillerCoors has announced they're pulling the plug. That's ok. I don't like it.
FALSTAFF BEER-- Falstaff Brewing Launched 1903. In 1960s, Falstaff was America's third largest brewer. Tapped out 2005. Don't remember drinking it, but probably did because it was cheap.
COLECOVISION-- Launched 1982. Gaming system discontinued 1984. Not a gamer.
BRIM-- Launched by General Foods in 1971. "Fill it to the rim with Brim." Overshadowed by Sanka. Pretty much gone. I don'tmuch like decaffeinated.
BURMA-SHAVE-- Launched 1925. Great billboards along roadsides until mid-sixties when Americans flocked to interstates. Owned by American Safety Razor today, but none made. I'd use it for the signs.
BURGER CHEF-- Launched 1954 in Indianapolis. Had first kids meal; Funmeal. By 1970, there were 2,400 of them. Mascots Burger Chef and Jeff. Last one closed in 1996. Hardee's acquired them in the 1980s. Don't remember ever eating at one.
UNDERALLS-- Launched by Haines in 1976. Combo of hose and panties. "Show us your Underalls." Oh Yeah!!
October 22nd Chicago Tribune. By Louis R. Carlozo.
Gone And Not Completely Forgotten. --Cooter
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