Two Quiet Mistakes in This 1950s Laundromat

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This 1950s laundromat shows folding tables, coin machines, soap boxes, wire baskets, towels, a wall clock, and old product signs. Two small details are too new.

Two Quiet Mistakes in This 1950s Laundromat

The Answer

The correct answer is: The two mistakes are the tear-strip edge on the detergent pouch and the molded plastic fabric-softener cap..

Here is why

  1. The powder boxes, metal machines, wire baskets, towels, and signs fit the period.
  2. Look closely at the detergent packaging and the small cap shape.
  3. The tear-strip pouch edge and molded softener cap are modern packaging clues.

Why people miss it

Laundry shelves have always been crowded with boxes and containers. Familiar product shapes make the newer packaging easy to accept.

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