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Comic postcard, Temperance woman and drunkard Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Temperance woman and drunkard Date: 20th century
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Aged Alcohol Bowler Charitable Charity Donald Double Drunk Drunkard Encounter Entendre Invitation Mcgill Meaning Misunderstanding Scruffy Shabby Temperance Verbal
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A Hilarious Encounter: The Temperance Woman and the Drunkard, 20th Century This charming comic postcard, titled "The Temperance Woman and the Drunkard," is a delightful example of British humor from the 20th century. The image depicts a middle-aged, stern-looking Temperance woman, dressed in her best charity attire, complete with a bowler hat, as she approaches a shabby, scruffy drunkard, who is obliviously slumped on the street. The Temperance woman, with a determined look in her eyes, extends a hand and invites the drunkard to join her for a cup of tea and a chance to sober up. However, the double entendre of the situation is not lost on the viewer. The Temperance woman's offer of a "cup of tea" could be interpreted as both a literal offer of a hot beverage and a figurative offer of a chance to mend one's ways. The drunkard, on the other hand, seems to have a different understanding of the situation, as evidenced by his quizzical expression and the bottle clutched in his hand. This comic postcard is a testament to the power of misunderstandings and the importance of perspective. It also highlights the social issue of alcoholism and the charitable efforts of the Temperance movement during this time. With its humorous take on a serious issue, this postcard is sure to bring a smile to the face of any viewer.
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