A look at Sears through the years

This photograph shows toasters and other electronic appliances on display at Sears. The company also began to expand its selection of clothing in the 1950s. In 1963, Sears sales exceeded $5 billion. By 1970, Sears was considered untouchable by any of its rivals. In 1974, completion of Sears Tower in Chicago also made Sears the owner of the world's tallest building.