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DRAMATIC ADVERTISEMENT [1 record]

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Record 1 2001-05-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Advertising Techniques
CONT

On May 2, 1962, a dramatic advertisement appeared in the San Francisco Examiner: "I don't want my husband to die in the gas chamber for a crime he did not commit. I will therefore offer my services for 10 years as a cook, maid, or housekeeper to any leading attorney who will defend him and bring about his vindication."

French

Domaine(s)
  • Techniques publicitaires

Spanish

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