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Comic postcard, Elderly man and gravedigger Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Elderly man and gravedigger Date: 20th century
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Aged Burial Cemetery Digger Digging Donald Elderly Grave Graveyard Headstone Headstones Mcgill Miles Spade Gravedigger Ninety
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A Chortle-Inducing Encounter in the Graveyard: An Elderly Gentleman and His Unexpected Companion, 20th Century This delightful comic postcard, hailing from the 20th century, captures the essence of humor and the unexpected twists of life. The scene unfolds in a quaint cemetery or graveyard, where an elderly gentleman, dressed impeccably in a tweed jacket, waistcoat, and a flat cap, is seen engaging in a lively conversation with a gravedigger. The gravedigger, with a broad grin on his face, is in the middle of digging a grave, his spade poised mid-air, as if in a pause for a moment's banter. The elderly man, with a cane in hand and a mischievous glint in his eye, seems to be in no hurry, as he leans against a headstone, his arms crossed, and a knowing smile playing on his lips. The headstone bears the inscription, "Here lies Donald McGill, aged 98, Ninety Miles from Home." The scene is set against a backdrop of other headstones and crosses, adding to the whimsical and lighthearted atmosphere. This humorous postcard, reminiscent of the British sense of humor, is a testament to the power of a good laugh and the unexpected connections we make in life. The elderly man and the gravedigger, two seemingly disparate characters, share a moment of camaraderie, proving that even in the face of death, there is always room for a chuckle.
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