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Medical Authority – img1597

May 19, 2021 by sutobacco

Medical Authority – img1597
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Theme:
Scientific Authority
Collection:
Medical Authority
Published:
1943
Brand:
Philip Morris
Manufacturer:
Philip Morris
Format:
Advertisement
Tobacco Type:
Cigarette
Quote:

Doctors Report on Philip Morris as scientifically proved less irritating to the nose and throat.

Comments:

Johnny Roventini (1910-1998), the famous Philip Morris spokesperson, points toward large text which reads, “No ‘smoked-out’ throat for You—when you join Johnny’s Call for Philip Morris.” The false health claims abound: According to the ad, “distinguished doctors” have determined that Philip Morris cigarettes are less irritating than other brands, capitalizing on the public’s worries over smoking-related health conditions. Most ludicrous of all is the claim that Philip Morris was “proved” to be “safer for your nose and throat!”

Keywords:

Irritation, Johnny Roventini, Male, Nose, Science, Throat

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