1940s Mobilgas Ad NBC Information Please Radio WWII Era Ephemera For Sale

This captivating vintage magazine advertisement features Mobilgas (Socony-Vacuum) as the new sponsor for the popular NBC radio program "Information Please." The ad showcases the program's 'experts' — Fadiman, Adams, and Kieran — in engaging caricatures, discussing Mobilgas's contributions, including the famous "Flying Red Horse" Pegasus logo and its extensive network of service stations. The text highlights Mobilgas, Mobiloil, and other petroleum products, emphasizing their role in supporting the war effort, particularly with aviation fuels for "war planes" produced by "catalytic cracking plants," strongly dating this piece to the World War II era.The advertisement includes specific broadcast times for the "Information Please" show across different time zones, making it a wonderful snapshot of 1940s radio history and wartime advertising. It also features a cheerful illustration of a "Friendly Mobilgas Dealer," reinforcing the brand's image. This piece of ephemera offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal period of American history, blending popular culture, wartime industry, and classic automotive advertising. It's a unique collectible for enthusiasts of vintage ads, WWII memorabilia, radio history, or Mobilgas and Socony-Vacuum branding.