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Funny Postcard - Urgency
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Funny Postcard - Urgency
A superb humourous postcard depicting a young man taking a long time over his telegram, which has a lot to do with the pretty young girl behind the counter. The rest of the people waiting their turn are not amused at his flirtation
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Amusing Annoyed Cane Chatting Counter Courting De Lay Delayed Flirt Flirtation Flirts Frustration Grille Humourous Hurry Impatience Impatient Leaning Off Ice Queue Queuing Stamps Telegrams Upset Urgency Urgent Frustrating
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A Charming Scene of Flirtation and Impatience: A Humorous Postcard from the Past This delightful postcard, titled "Urgency," captures a moment of amusing interaction between a young man and a pretty girl at a telegram office. The image, which dates back to the historical era of telegrams and queuing, portrays a scene of flirtation that has left the other impatient customers in a state of frustration. The young man, dressed in a smart hat and holding a cane, is seen leaning over the counter, engrossed in a lengthy conversation with the girl behind the grille. His focus is solely on her, oblivious to the growing line of people behind him, who are becoming increasingly annoyed at the delay. The girl, with a coy smile on her face, seems to be enjoying the attention, adding to the frustration of those waiting in line. The scene is further enhanced by the historical context of the telegram office, with the telegraph keys and stamps in the background, adding to the overall charm of the image. The man's urgency to send the telegram is evident from the pile of papers and documents on the counter, but it seems that his flirtatious intentions are taking precedence over the need for haste. This humorous postcard is a delightful reminder of a bygone era, where courting was a more deliberate and romantic affair, and the art of flirtation was still alive and well, even in the most unexpected places like a telegram office. The image is a perfect blend of humor, frustration, and romance, making it a must-have for any collection of historical postcards or for those who appreciate a good laugh.
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