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Cardboard signs were widely used in the mid 20th century to advertise items such as soda (Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and Moxie), beer (Stag and Red Top), and candy, and also upcoming events like the circus. Cardboard signs sometimes featured artwork from notable artists like J.F. Kernan.

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