1909 Humorous Rushed Man Cartoon Postcard Clayton WV Postmark
$ 5.02
Description
1909 Humorous Rushed Man Cartoon Postcard Clayton WV Postmark. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. Discover a charming piece of early 20th-century Americana with this delightful 1909 postcard. The front features a vibrant, hand-colored illustration of a man in a wide-brimmed hat and overalls, depicted in a comical rush, clutching a bucket as he passes a "FAMILY ENTRANCE." The whimsical artwork is complemented by the handwritten-style caption, "I am terribly rushed," capturing a universal sentiment with nostalgic appeal. This postcard showcases the popular artistic style of the era, perfect for collectors of humorous or early American postcards. This particular card is a testament to its time, featuring a clear Clayton, West Virginia, postmark dated January 23, 1909, and bears a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp. The reverse is a classic divided back, indicating its use for both message and address. The recipient's address to Beckley, West Virginia, further connects this piece to a specific moment in history, offering a glimpse into early postal communication. It is a unique collectible for enthusiasts of West Virginia history, vintage ephemera, or early 20th-century comic art.
