Sell Your Town and Attract Buyers in 1954
A 1950s adman argues retailers must boost advertising to lift sales. He cites high nonpurchase rates for appliances and travel, urges local radio and weekly papers to reach buyers within fifteen miles, and stresses keeping dollars in the community through targeted promotions.
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America
Retailers Committee
Warren Chamber of Commerce
Bureau of Advertising
Industries expand as Pennsylvania communities add new ventures
May brings 28 firms expanding plants with 11 in textile production and others in metal work plastics shoes electronics tile and food across multiple counties. Chambers of Commerce organize development commissions while towns raise funds to promote industrial growth and recreational facilities amid a regional expansion surge.
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Pennsylvania
Down Oil City
Chamber of Commerce
Grove City
Somerset Chamber of Commerce
Pittston
Fayette County
Bradford County
Warren County
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