1996 Commercial Block – ABC 9 WIXT Syracuse, NY (VHS Transfer)

Описание: This upload features a full commercial stretch recorded from WIXT ABC 9 in Syracuse, New York, capturing the unmistakable look, sound, and pacing of mid‑90s television advertising. Digitized from an original VHS tape, this block includes political ads, local business spots, national brands, toy commercials, food ads, and promos for ABC programming in 1996.

A vivid snapshot of everyday TV life in upstate New York — preserved exactly as it aired.

Commercials & Timestamps

0:00 Honey Nut Clusters
0:25 Alan Byer Volvo (Syracuse, NY)
0:55 Kotex
1:25 St. Joseph’s School
1:55 Jim Walsh (Political Ad)
2:13 John McDermott – The Danny Boy Collection
3:42 Elect David Garber – State Supreme Court Judge
4:12 P&C Foods
4:42 Jim Walsh (NRCC)
Mentions national debt at $20,000 per person in 1996
For context: U.S. national debt was $5.22 trillion in 1996 and over $38 trillion by 2026
5:16 Craftmatic Model 3 Adjustable Bed
6:14 Excedrin
6:44 Totino’s Pizza Rolls (with E.T. promo)
7:15 Vicks Nyquil
7:30 Hershey’s Cookies & Cream
7:45 Ultra Bonus Detergent
8:15 American Airlines – Rosie O’Donnell Promo
8:30 KFC Chicken Pot Pie
9:00 pHisoderm Facial Cleanser
9:15 Flexall Ultra Plus
9:30 Big Sur Waterbeds (Syracuse)
10:00 Jim Walsh (Political Ad)
10:36 Law Offices of William D. Weisberg
11:06 China Towne Wallpaper
11:36 An Evening with Mickey Rooney – Landmark Theatre
12:08 Consumer Credit Counseling Service
12:38 Superiore Beef Ravioli
13:08 Ross Perot for President 1996
13:23 Fixodent
13:54 Fisher‑Price Great Adventures Castle
14:24 Endust
14:39 O.B. Tampons
15:09 Dangerous Minds TV Promo
15:30 Snuggle – Spring Blossom
16:00 Always Pantiliners
16:30 Crisco Cooking Spray
17:00 Sears Semi‑Annual Sale
17:30 GM MasterCard
18:00 Kellogg’s Frosted Mini‑Wheats
18:30 Pantene Pro‑V
19:00 Fisher‑Price Musical Lights & Sound Gym
19:17 Wishbone Chunky Blue Cheese
19:38 The Blue TV Show Promo
19:58 SUNY Oswego Continuing Education
20:28 Ford/Mercury Safety Recall (1988–1993 models)
21:00 Cellular Unlimited
21:30 Dave Eichorn – WIXT News 9
21:32 Aleve
22:02 Arrid Ultra Clear
22:18 Lucky Ducks – Milton Bradley
22:41 Mentadent Toothbrush
23:04 Huggies Supreme
23:35 Christy Cashiano – WIXT News 9

A packed, wonderfully chaotic slice of 1996 broadcast life, filled with jingles, political messaging, toy aisles, grocery ads, and the unmistakable charm of local TV. Perfect for nostalgia lovers, media historians, and anyone who grew up watching ABC in the mid‑90s.