1914 Comic Boy Postcard
1914 Comic Boy Postcard

1914 Comic Boy Postcard "I vill shtick to you like a postage shtamp" J.S. 45

$ 4.49

Country: United States City: Summit Continent: North America Era: 1914 Subject: Comic Postcard Postage Condition: Posted Country of Origin: United States Theme: Humor Region: New Jersey

Description

1914 Comic Boy Postcard "I vill shtick to you like a postage shtamp" J.S. 45. This endearing phrase, written with a phonetic spelling suggesting a dialect or accent, adds a unique and collectible layer of character to the card. 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 humor with this delightful vintage postcard, postmarked from Summit, New Jersey, in 1914. The front features a whimsical illustration of a wide-eyed boy in patched overalls and a cap, delivering a playful message: "If you vill only write to me I vill shtick to you like a postage shtamp." This endearing phrase, written with a phonetic spelling suggesting a dialect or accent, adds a unique and collectible layer of character to the card. This postcard is a wonderful example of the popular comic style prevalent during the Edwardian era, capturing the innocence and lightheartedness of the period. The artwork is vibrant with soft, hand-colored tones, showcasing the simple yet effective printing techniques of the time. The reverse reveals a clear 1-cent George Washington stamp and a Summit, N.J. postmark, along with a handwritten message addressed to Miss Jessie Cook Cortez in Lackawanna Co, Pennsylvania. This card offers a tangible connection to the past, reflecting personal communication and the cultural expressions of the early 1900s.

Related products