1909 Comic Postcard Man Chasing Last Car Trolley Sheahan's Lowell MA
$ 5.27
Description
1909 Comic Postcard Man Chasing Last Car Trolley Sheahan's Lowell MA. The full moon illuminates the rustic path and a distant fence, adding to the dramatic yet comical atmosphere. The caption "Gee whiz, The last car!". This captivating vintage postcard, copyrighted 1908 by M. T. Sheahan of Boston and postmarked 1909, features a humorous night scene. An exasperated man is depicted mid-stride, seemingly in a desperate attempt to catch a departing streetcar or trolley labeled "BOREDOM." The full moon illuminates the rustic path and a distant fence, adding to the dramatic yet comical atmosphere. The caption "Gee whiz, The last car!" perfectly encapsulates the frantic energy of the moment, making this a delightful piece of early 20th-century Americana. The postcard is part of "SHEAHAN'S HUMOROUS NOVELTIES" series, known for its engaging and often relatable comic situations. The reverse side reveals a clear Lowell, Massachusetts postmark from July 13, 1909, and a one-cent Benjamin Franklin U.S. postage stamp. A handwritten message from "Ed" to "Mr. Ed Burne" in Three Rivers, Michigan, humorously states, "you can see how I run to catch the Train," directly referencing the image. This piece offers a charming glimpse into the daily life, communication, and popular humor of the Edwardian era, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of early comic postcards, streetcar memorabilia, or historical ephemera.
