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Comic postcard, Couple passing shop window Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Couple passing shop window Date: 20th century
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A Bit of a Pickle: The Curious Case of the Frumpish Couple and the Mysterious Shop Window" In this delightfully humorous and quintessentially British comic postcard from the 20th century, we find ourselves following the antics of a middle-aged couple as they stroll down the street, their attention drawn to an intriguing shop window display. The man, with a mischievous glint in his eye, points to the window, while his wife, a frumpish woman with a disapproving scowl, rolls her eyes and mutters under her breath. The shop window, adorned with an array of silk and muslin fabrics, seems to hold a double meaning for our curious couple. As they peer in, the man's expression shifts from amusement to sheer delight, while his wife's frustration mounts. What could possibly be causing such a divergence in their reactions? The answer, it seems, lies in the playful use of language and the clever wordplay of the era. The shop, specializing in textiles, has a verbal display in the window that reads, "Muzzling the McGills: Rolls of Cloth for the Keen and Eager Housewife." The man, with a wink and a grin, interprets the phrase in a humorous, double-entendre way, much to his wife's annoyance and embarrassment. As they continue to walk past, the woman, still fuming, shoots her husband a disapproving glance, while he chuckles to himself, relishing the momentary victory in their ongoing battle of wits. This charming comic postcard, with its clever use of language and lighthearted humor, offers a delightful glimpse into the playful banter and camaraderie of a bygone era.
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