In 1969, Hasbro Industries Inc., celebrated its new name with a catalogue that touted a new direction, products, and growth opportunities for retailers carrying the brand.

In 1971, Mattel released a trio of craft sets that creatively combined coloured tissue, foam board, wire, and burlap.

“In the not-too-distant future, they’ll be everywhere.”

In the 1950s and ‘60s, Lowell Toy Mfg. of Long Island City, New York was a prolific producer of board games.

In 1969, Hasbro updated its popular Talking Telephones line with new features, new TV shows, and new cartoon brands.

“Up to 15 inches tall and ready for action.”

In 1972, Matchbox diecast vehicles had been available to fans and collectors for 19 years.

Released in 1994 by Milton Bradley, Gator Golf was a miniature golfing game for kids that could be played indoors.

“Sugar, this one is high stakes.”

Mattel’s Double Trouble theme saw Big Jim and his chief nemesis Zorak undergoing facial metamorphosis with the twist of their arms.

“…swinging on a vine just to get around…”

The 1976 Movin’ with Mattel catalogue reflected a company in transition.