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Comic postcard, Two women chatting in the street Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Two women chatting in the street Date: 20th century
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Babies Birth Births Chat Chatting Childbirth Confusion Donald Gossip Mcgill Mistake Misunderstanding Multiple Quintuplets Verbal Quads Quins
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In this charming and comically intriguing 20th-century postcard, two women are seen engaged in a lively conversation on a bustling British street. The scene is reminiscent of a classic Donald McGill comic postcard, with its humorous and lighthearted tone. The woman on the left, with a puzzled expression on her face, points to a newspaper headline that reads, "Local Quadruplets Born!" Her friend, on the right, with a knowing smile, responds, "Oh, I thought you said Quinsy!" The confusion between the two words, "Quads" and "Quinsy," adds an amusing layer to their conversation. Quads refer to quadruplets, or four babies born at once, while Quinsy is a condition characterized by the swelling of the tonsils. Despite the misunderstanding, the women continue to chat animatedly, their laughter echoing through the streets. The postcard captures the essence of women's gossip and the joy of a good verbal misunderstanding. This delightful snapshot of a bygone era is a testament to the enduring power of human connection and the ability to find humor in the most unexpected places. The postcard's quirky charm and witty dialogue make it a must-have for any collection of vintage comic postcards or humorous memorabilia.
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