Bear all

Often times when we look back at Walt Disney World of yore it is to discuss what has changed, what is missing, or a specific event somewhere along the decades upon decades of history. It’s rare that we discuss what has stayed the same, but we’re going to do that today, and have a few chuckles along the way.This is a 1971 press image of the opening scene from the Country Bear Jamboree. The more things change, the more the stay the same, as they say, and this same section holds firm still today. Sure, there have been bears on vacation, both summer and Christmas, but the main Jamboree has remained remarkably intact. So, what is it that draws me towards this scene? Why, the bear necessities, of course!

Here’s a rundown of the cleverly worded advertisements that preface the main show on this opening screen:

FOR MOLDY, ITCHING SKIN
DISNFECT WITH BEAR ALL

CAVES FOR RENT
BEEHIVE REALTORS

UNICYCLES FOR TRICK BEARS
BRUIN CYCLE CO.

FUR COAT SALE
SCALP BROS. FURRIERS

CORSETS
CINCH LIKE A BEAR-HUG
CLAMP’S TOGGERY

CURES PAW ROOT
WAHOO
GOOD FOR BEAR OR MAN

THE DUMP
CONTINENTAL CUISINE
BOOTHS FOR BEARS

DENTURES BUILT-IN GRIZZLY GRIP
DR. WINCH
PAINLESS DENTIST