1937 Ernie & Paul WHO Radio Show Postcard - Northrup, King & Co. Minneapolis

$ 5.27

Country of Origin: United States Continent: North America Type: Printed (Lithograph) Subject: Radio, Comedy, Advertising, Agriculture brand: Northrup, King Co. Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Signed: No Unit Type: Unit Region: Minnesota Number of Items in Set: 1 Brand/Publisher: Northrup, King Co. Year Manufactured: 1937 Postage Condition: Posted Unit Quantity: 1 Featured Person: Ernie Sanders, Paul Denberger City: Minneapolis Unit of Sale: Single Unit Era: Chrome (1939-Present) Country: United States Time Period Manufactured: 1930-1939

Description

1937 Ernie & Paul WHO Radio Show Postcard - Northrup, King & Co. Minneapolis. Discover a fascinating piece of early radio history with this vintage postcard featuring "Ernie and Paul," the lively morning jokesters from WHO Radio. This promotional card, issued by Northrup, King & Co., celebrates their popular "Almanac of the Air" broadcast. The front showcases a dynamic black and white photograph of Ernie Sanders and Paul Denberger in a moment of shared laughter, emblematic of their engaging on-air personalities. The iconic WHO microphone is prominently displayed, capturing the essence of a bygone era of live radio entertainment. The reverse side of this unique card reveals a message of gratitude from Northrup, King & Co., acknowledging listener support for their broadcasts, which included jokes, music, almanac data, and facts about their seeds and feeds. Postmarked February 10, 1937, from Minneapolis, Minnesota, this postcard offers a tangible connection to the golden age of radio and regional advertising. It's a remarkable collectible for enthusiasts of vintage broadcasting, advertising ephemera, and Minneapolis history, highlighting the significant role of local radio personalities and agricultural businesses in American culture.