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Comic postcard, Chauffeur buying petrol Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Chauffeur buying petrol Date: 20th century
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Buying Cans Chauffeur Donald Double Driver Entendre Garage Mcgill Meaning Mistake Misunderstanding Money Note Petrol Petroleum Pound Sting Verbal Wasp
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A Classic Case of Misunderstanding: A Chauffeur's Hilarious Mishap at the Gas Station, Early 20th Century (Comic Postcard) This delightful comic postcard, hailing from the early 20th century, captures the essence of everyday life's amusing misunderstandings. The scene portrays a dapper chauffeur, donning a monocle and cap, standing at the counter of a bustling garage. In his hand, he holds a note with a pound symbol, ready to pay for a refill of petrol for his employer's fine automobile. However, the humorous twist unfolds when the garage attendant, a witty character with a twinkle in his eye, interprets the chauffeur's note differently. Believing the chauffeur has requested 'pee' instead of 'petrol,' the attendant reaches for a can labeled 'BP' (Bee and Pea), which is actually a brand name for insect repellent. The chauffeur, perplexed and slightly embarrassed, looks on as the attendant fills up a can with insecticide instead. This comic postcard, published by the renowned British company, Donald McGill, is a testament to the power of wordplay and the importance of clear communication. The double entendre, a verbal trick that can lead to misunderstandings, is humorously depicted in this charming piece of early 20th-century ephemera. The image is a reminder that even the most mundane tasks can lead to amusing misunderstandings, making our daily lives that much more entertaining.
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