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- First McDonald's Restaurant Crew, Des Plains, Illinois, circa 1964 - In its early years as a franchise, McDonald's hired only males, dressed neatly in white as seen at this restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois, about 1964.
- circa 1964
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First McDonald's Restaurant Crew, Des Plains, Illinois, circa 1964
In its early years as a franchise, McDonald's hired only males, dressed neatly in white as seen at this restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois, about 1964.
- McDonald's Oliver & Company Happy Meal Toys, 1988 -
- 1988
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McDonald's Oliver & Company Happy Meal Toys, 1988
- McDonald's "Super Size" French Fry Packet, 1996 - During the 1990s, customers could "Super Size" their French fries and drinks. These larger portions, along with their high fat, calorie, and salt content, made fast food the target of reports linking it to health problems from obesity to heart disease. Fast food chains responded in different ways to counteract this negative publicity. McDonald's phased out the "Super Size" portions in 2004.
- 1996
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McDonald's "Super Size" French Fry Packet, 1996
During the 1990s, customers could "Super Size" their French fries and drinks. These larger portions, along with their high fat, calorie, and salt content, made fast food the target of reports linking it to health problems from obesity to heart disease. Fast food chains responded in different ways to counteract this negative publicity. McDonald's phased out the "Super Size" portions in 2004.
- McDonald's Paper Coffee Cup, 1960-1970 -
- 1960-1970
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McDonald's Paper Coffee Cup, 1960-1970
- McDonald's "Birthday Party" Barbie Happy Meal Toy, 1993 - During the summer of 1993, McDonald's Happy Meals had gender-specific toy choices; boys could receive a Hot Wheels car while girls could receive this Barbie doll.
- 1993
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McDonald's "Birthday Party" Barbie Happy Meal Toy, 1993
During the summer of 1993, McDonald's Happy Meals had gender-specific toy choices; boys could receive a Hot Wheels car while girls could receive this Barbie doll.
- McDonald's "Bedtime" Happy Meal Cup, 1989 - During February 1989, McDonald's offered a "Bedtime" series of toys in their Happy Meals. This nighttime-themed cup could hold that "cup of water" many suddenly thirsty kids request before going to sleep.
- 1989
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McDonald's "Bedtime" Happy Meal Cup, 1989
During February 1989, McDonald's offered a "Bedtime" series of toys in their Happy Meals. This nighttime-themed cup could hold that "cup of water" many suddenly thirsty kids request before going to sleep.
- McDonald's French Fry Packet, circa 1950s - The early success of McDonald's rested on a limited menu, cheap prices, and quick service. "Speedee," McDonald's original mascot, emphasized the quick service. This hamburger-headed chef, seen on this packaging, represented the fast food chain until replaced in the 1960s with the now familiar Ronald McDonald.
- 1955-1959
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McDonald's French Fry Packet, circa 1950s
The early success of McDonald's rested on a limited menu, cheap prices, and quick service. "Speedee," McDonald's original mascot, emphasized the quick service. This hamburger-headed chef, seen on this packaging, represented the fast food chain until replaced in the 1960s with the now familiar Ronald McDonald.
- "Simple Steps To Balanced Eating...McDonald's & You," 2004 - High calorie, fat, and salt content, along with large portion choices, made fast food the target of a raft of health problems -- from obesity to heart disease. Fast food restaurants responded in various ways to counteract this negative publicity. This 2004 McDonald's brochure assured customers that healthy menu options were available to meet the goals of a balanced lifestyle.
- 2004
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"Simple Steps To Balanced Eating...McDonald's & You," 2004
High calorie, fat, and salt content, along with large portion choices, made fast food the target of a raft of health problems -- from obesity to heart disease. Fast food restaurants responded in various ways to counteract this negative publicity. This 2004 McDonald's brochure assured customers that healthy menu options were available to meet the goals of a balanced lifestyle.
- McDonald's Toy Fire Truck Happy Meal Toy, 1992 - Little boys (and girls) have always liked toys that represent jobs of their mothers and fathers. Tonka trucks has produced a number of toy vehicles related to vocational and career interests, such as this fire truck, which a little boy or girl could get with their Happy Meal at McDonald's in late 1992.
- 1992
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McDonald's Toy Fire Truck Happy Meal Toy, 1992
Little boys (and girls) have always liked toys that represent jobs of their mothers and fathers. Tonka trucks has produced a number of toy vehicles related to vocational and career interests, such as this fire truck, which a little boy or girl could get with their Happy Meal at McDonald's in late 1992.
- "We Share One Community, McDonald's & You," 2004 - Fast-food chains have responded in different ways to counteract negative publicity about their product. McDonald's produced this brochure in 2004 highlighting the company's social responsibility. Programs featured in this brochure focused on preserving environmental resources, food quality initiatives, workforce diversity, children and neighborhood programs, and giving back to the community.
- 2004
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"We Share One Community, McDonald's & You," 2004
Fast-food chains have responded in different ways to counteract negative publicity about their product. McDonald's produced this brochure in 2004 highlighting the company's social responsibility. Programs featured in this brochure focused on preserving environmental resources, food quality initiatives, workforce diversity, children and neighborhood programs, and giving back to the community.