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Front cover of a New Year card
Front cover of a New Year card, with a verbal joke. (1 of 2) Date: circa 1900s
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Household Items Joke Verbal Year
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Step right up, folks! Gather 'round and witness the most hilarious New Year's Eve mishap of the 1900s! This charming Edwardian-era New Year card, circa early 1900s, features a delightful pun that is sure to tickle your funny bone. On the front cover, we see a quirky scene of a household in a state of chaos. A man, dressed in his finest suit, is frantically trying to start a runaway clock by pulling on its hands. His wife, equally flustered, is attempting to light a fire under a kettle with a candle, while their curious cat looks on. The caption reads, "A merry run of New Year's Day!" This clever joke plays on the double meaning of the phrase "run of New Year's Day." In one sense, it refers to the traditional custom of making a "run" to the neighbors' houses to wish them well on New Year's Day. In another, more literal sense, it pokes fun at the idea of a chaotic and hectic start to the New Year, with all the household items seemingly "running" amok. This humorous New Year card is a delightful reminder of the lighter side of life and the importance of finding joy in the everyday. Whether you're sharing it with loved ones or displaying it in your home, this card is sure to bring a smile to your face and a laugh to those around you. So, let's raise a glass (or a teacup) to a New Year filled with laughter, love, and a few good puns!
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