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Old Bill Presides at the International Preserves Commission
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Old Bill Presides at the International Preserves Commission
As Amsterdam cable states that " Old Bill" is Acting President of the International Commission which is sitting at the " Hotel Terrific" Paris. They are endeavouring to ascertain what plum and apple really was made of. They expect to arrive at a decision about September. Meanwhile the cuisine at the " Terrific" leaves nothing to be desired. One of Bairnsfathers most famous cartoons during the Great War was a disgruntled old Bill grumbling about the army issue plum and apple jam. Date: 1919
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Takes the Chair: A Humorous Glimpse into the International Preserves Commission at the "Hotel Terrific," Paris, 1919 In this photograph from the aftermath of the First World War, "Old Bill," a disgruntled and iconic character created by renowned British satirical cartoonist Bruce Bairnsfather, presides over the International Preserves Commission as it convenes at the elegant "Hotel Terrific" in Paris. The commissioners, dressed in formal attire, are deeply engrossed in their deliberations, striving to ascertain the true composition of plum and apple preserves. The intrigue surrounding these beloved spreads had reached an international level, with September marked as the anticipated month for a definitive decision. The setting of the commission, the luxurious "Hotel Terrific," adds a touch of irony to the situation. The great war may have ended, but the debate over the authenticity of plum and apple jam continued to rage on. This humorous scene is a nod to one of Bairnsfather's most famous cartoons from the war era, which depicted Old Bill grumbling about the unappetizing army issue plum and apple jam. The cuisine at the "Hotel Terrific" is evidently a delight, leaving nothing to be desired. The commissioners, despite their serious business, seem to be enjoying the culinary offerings, perhaps a testament to the power of good food to bring people together, even in the most unexpected circumstances. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the post-war world, where the mundane and the momentous intertwined, and where humor continued to provide a much-needed respite from the challenges of the time.
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