Disney Ephemera: "Peter Pan Peanut Butter" (cir. 1950's)

One of the most familiar icons of Disney's television past was Tinker Bell from Peter Pan, who would present each episode of the Disney anthology program on network television throughout the 1950's, 60's and 70's. But did you know she was also the spokespixie for Peter Pan Peanut Butter? During the years that ABC's "Disneyland" television program was airing, these sponsored ads entertained and informed a generation of Americans to the rich, creamy delight of processed peanut spread to add to their Wonder Bread daily.

Produced at the Disney studio's own advertising division, featuring some nifty designs by the likes of Tom Oreb and others, here's a batch of these classic 50's adage to savor!