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1915 Boy "Sending Stamps" Comic Postcard - C.S. Clark Co. Lemington PA Postmark:
$9.29
Discover a charming piece of early 20th-century ephemera with this delightful 1915 comic postcard. The front features a captivating illustration of a young, blond-haired boy in a red shirt and knickers, with a playful expression. Accompanying the image is a whimsical verse: "A stamp or two I'm sending you - For writing me; pray use a few." This imagery and text beautifully capture the era's lighthearted communication style, making it a unique collectible for enthusiasts of vintage illustrations and historical correspondence.This postcard, published by the renowned C.S. Clark Co. (indicated by the "CS 508" mark), showcases a classic divided back design. It bears a clear LEMINGTON, PA postmark dated August 8, 1915, and features a one-cent George Washington stamp. The handwritten message to Mr. Ronald Puce in Kentland, Indiana, discusses a skating rink and the weather, offering a fascinating glimpse into everyday life and social connections from over a century ago. This card is a wonderful addition to any collection focusing on children's themes, vintage humor, or early 20th-century American social history.