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By 1969, United had been operating DC-8s for almost ten years, and over that time, it's First Class Red Carpet service had evolved to become one of the finest in the country. As such, you couldn't be more excited as you stroll down the jetway at New York's John F. Kennedy International and step aboard the beautiful DC-8-50, bound for Denver, Colorado. Taking your window seat at 2A, you admire the big, low slung JT3D-3B turbofans while marveling at the comfort of United's large, plush, red upholstered First Class seat. My goodness! This just may be the most comfortable airliner seat you've ever sat in.

A stewardess delivers a nicely chilled glass of United's advertised special - a very dry Gin Martini. As you savor its delicious tang, you take a moment to peruse the luncheon menu for this afternoon's four hour flight. Oh my... this looks very nice indeed...

UNITED . AIRLINES
New York to Denver

LUNCHEON

APPETIZER

Crepes Indienne

SALADS
Hearts of Lettuce Salad
or
Blackstone Salad
Offered with French or Blue Cheese Dressing

ENTREES

BROILED STRIP SIRLOIN STEAK

Accented with mushroom sauce

BROILED DOUBLE FRENCH LAMB CHOPS
Offered with mint jelly

BROILED BREAST OF CHICKEN
Stuffed with cheddar cheese and mushrooms

SCALLOPS AU GRATIN

Duchess Potatoes
Buttered Mixed Vegetables

BREAD BASKET
French, Rye or Sesame Seed Rolls

DESSERTS
Chocolate Cream Puff
Strawberry Tartelette
Pecan Nut Cake
Petit Fours

Fresh Fruit Basket
Assorted Cheeses

BEVERAGES
Coffee * Sanka * Tea * Milk

After Dinner Mints


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