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Comic postcard, help with suitcases
Comic postcard, help with suitcases Date: 20th century
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Aged Bags Boarding Clubs Donald Double Entendre Golf Guest Jones Letting Lodger Maid Mcgill Meaning Paying Plump Servant Servants Shock Shocked Staircase Stairs Suggestive Suitcase Suitcases Traveller Verbal Visitor
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Comic Postcard - Help with Suitcases, 20th Century
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This delightfully humorous postcard, hailing from the 20th century, showcases a classic British scene of two middle-aged men, Mr. and Mrs. Jones, standing in front of their quaint boarding house, ready to assist a plump, shocked young traveler with his double entendre-laden suitcases. The scene is set on a staircase leading to the lodging, with the men's expressions suggesting a mixture of surprise and amusement at the young man's suggestive luggage labels. One man, Mr. Jones, holds a golf club and the other, Mrs. Jones, a golf bag, adding an unexpected twist to the situation. The young visitor, with a look of embarrassment on his face, seems to have been taken aback by the double meaning of his luggage labels, which read "Clubs" and "Bags," leading to a humorous misunderstanding. The use of golf equipment as a visual pun further adds to the lightheartedness of the image. This postcard, produced by the renowned British comic illustrator Donald McGill, is a perfect example of the humorous and fun spirit of the time. The comic postcard genre was popular during the 20th century, and this particular image is a testament to the genre's ability to capture everyday situations with a touch of humor and wit. The image is a reminder of a bygone era, where a simple misunderstanding could lead to a moment of shared laughter and lightheartedness. The use of humor and innuendo in this postcard not only makes it a fun and entertaining piece but also serves as a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the cultural nuances and social norms of the time.
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