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Trade Card: Julius Saul, Men's and Boys' Clothing, Troy, New York

This trade card for Julius Saul, advertising men's and boys' clothing, features a controversial illustration on the front. The image depicts a caricature of a Black baby eating a watermelon. This imagery reflects deeply problematic racial stereotypes prevalent in the late 19th century. Below the image, the address is clearly printed: 324 & 326 River St. The back of the card is blank. A second image is included in the record, but a description is not available.

Associated People/Businesses

Julius Saul (Firm)
SAUL, JULIUS

Geography

Troy

Subjects

Clothing trade
Boys' clothing
Advertising cards
Caricatures and cartoons
Racism

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Volume 30, Page 18