Follies of the Mad Men #79

[From Esquire for February 1958. Two scans: picture above, text below.]

Yes, you too can wear pj's that mock the abused indentured Chinese laborers who helped build this country. Love those hats!

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Comments

did they have an amos and andy line too. :shut:

Posted by Patty in Ohio, USA on 12/15/09 at 05:51 PM

"Do they come complete with swanky red flip flops?"

No, but you can order some authentic oriental straw sandals, with a rubber sole, for the amazing low price of $1.95.
(according to the text, anyway)

Posted by Nethie on 12/15/09 at 07:09 PM

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