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Comic postcard, Daughter describes her date to her mother Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Daughter describes her date to her mother Date: 20th century
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Mother's Day 1952: A Hilarious Encounter with a 'Charming' Gentleman! This delightful comic postcard captures the essence of a young woman's amusing attempt to describe her recent date to her mother. The scene unfolds as the daughter, with a slightly annoyed expression and a furrowed brow, sits across from her mother, who is shown with a quizzical and slightly amused look on her face. The daughter, dressed in a pretty floral dress, points to a large, plump man in a purple suit and striped tie, who is depicted in the newspaper clipping she holds. The man, known as 'Donald McGill's Donkey,' is described in the caption as a 'frump' or 'frumpy' gentleman, complete with a large chin and a mischievous grin. The daughter's description of her date's appearance and demeanor is met with a mixture of amusement and concern from her mother, who appears to be trying to hide her laughter. The humorous and lighthearted tone of this postcard is a reflection of the popular ' saucy postcard' trend that emerged in the UK during the 20th century. These comic postcards, which often featured innuendo and double entendres, were a popular form of entertainment and communication during this time, and were often exchanged between friends and family members as a way to share a laugh or a secret. This charming and amusing postcard is a wonderful reminder of the playful and lighthearted nature of intergenerational communication and the importance of sharing a good laugh with those we love.
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