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Door to Door Salesman

May 01, 1961 | IMDB 0

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Ever had a good experience with doorstep salespeople? Maybe you were lucky, but the doorstep has never seemed the best place for a sensible sales decision – which is exactly why companies use it.

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A look at the sales practices employed at the LPE Superette run by John Beasley on Berwick Street market.
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A short film warning the unaware housewife of the dangers of “dry cleaning” with gasoline at home.
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IMDB 0 | Jan , 1963

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Information Program Within Public Shelters

IMDB 0 | May , 1963

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Hard-hitting depiction of the danger to children of burns and scalds.
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