The Sears Silvertone Floor Model

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1916 Sears Catalog


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1916

In 1915, Sears introduced the Silvertone phonograph, a hand-cranked machine that came in tabletop and freestanding models. All phonographs came with a two-week, money-back guarantee.


 
 

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1. Looking at the advertizements what sort of person would purchase a Silvertone?

2. Advertizements focus on the family gathering. Why?


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