Subject: Humor

An 1803 Farmer's Almanac containing a short humorous anecdote about two Jews. This early American printing of a Jewish joke is described as "a nice harmless little anecdote" appearing under the heading "Poetry & Anecdotes" on the fourth full page from the end, at the bottom. The almanac's text is found within a larger volume.

A full-page color antisemitic cartoon from the periodical Leslie's Judge, published in the United States in January 1901. The cartoon, titled "Levi Wins," depicts Jews in fur shops with the caption "Furs, Furrier, Furriest."

A half-page color cartoon depicting Papa Goldberg and his son. The cartoon is antisemitic in nature. Published circa 1902. Found in Ms. Coll. 1410, M, Box 8, Folder 59.

This is a full-page rendering from *The Aldine*, a periodical published by Sutton Browne & Company from 1871-1879. The image depicts a humorous scene: a pack peddler, heavily laden, ascends a steep hill, encountering an artist carrying a canvas. The artist is asking the peddler, "Vot Doesh you peddles?" The illustration is in black and white, with details suggesting a late 19th-century New York City setting. The style is characteristic of the humor found in periodicals of the era. The specific date of this particular issue is not listed, though the *Aldine* existed from 1871 to 1879, placing this issue sometime within those years.

This trade card advertises A. Alschuler, a dealer in fine clothing, gents' furnishing goods, hats, caps, trunks, and valises at 17 La Salle Street, Ottawa, Illinois. The card features a colorful, humorous illustration depicting a scene labeled "MACBETH," with a kilted figure holding a brush labeled "RYE" near a person in bed, while another figure peeks from behind a door. The text "O proper stuff!" is also visible. The card includes the copyright year 1881. 3.

This trade card advertises A. B. SIMON as a Merchant Tailor and Clothier located on Spring St., Newton, N. J. The card features a colorful illustration depicting a domestic scene with a woman sitting on a man's lap, accompanied by the caption: "PLAYFUL WIFE ON HIS KNEE, SITS AND TALKS, WAITING TEA." The text advertising the business is printed above the illustration. The design is typical of late 19th-century advertising. 3.

This trade card advertises A. Hollander & Co., Clothiers and Merchant Tailors, specializing in fine custom work at 82 to 88 Asylum St., Hartford, Conn. The card features a colorful, comical illustration of two men by a river, one falling into the water while the other struggles with a large fish. A fishing rod, hat, and picnic basket are visible in the scene. 3.

This trade card for A. Hollander & Co., Clothiers & Merchant Tailors in Hartford, Connecticut, advertises "FINE CUSTOM WORK A SPECIALTY." The front features a comical blue-ink illustration depicting a crowded scene, possibly on public transportation, with a large woman surrounded by numerous children, interacting with a conductor or ticket-taker. Text above the scene reads "SURE SIR THEY ARE ALL UNDER AGE." The business name, "A. HOLLANDER & CO. Clothiers & Merchant Tailors," is presented in ornate Victorian-style lettering. The card also lists the

This trade card advertises C. Abraham's "Oak Hall One Price Clothing Store," which specialized in "HATS, CAPS AND GENTS' FURNISHING GOODS" located at the Corner of Central Avenue and Main Street, E. D., Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a comic illustration depicting a man in formal wear falling headfirst over a wooden fence, with his hat and glasses flying off, as a fierce-looking dog lunges at him from the other side. The illustration is captioned, "The Dog I Left Behind Me." This type of humorous imagery was common on trade cards of the late 19th century, designed to capture attention and make the card memorable. The reverse side contains the full advertisement details with elegant script and ornate borders around the location text. **3.

This trade card advertises David Cohen, "The Leading One Price Shoe House," located at 31 North Eighth Street, below Filbert, East Side, Philadelphia. The advertisement highlights that the business is an agent for sole leather and offers "tip shoes, best in the country," with a note stating "no connection with any other store." The card features an amusing illustration of a smiling child in a dress on a stool, pouring water from a basin onto a smaller, crying, naked child in a tub below. The text is presented in a mix of decorative and standard fonts, with "DAVID COHEN" and "One Price Shoe House" being most prominent, against a two-tone background of faded gold and a reddish-brown for the illustrations and some text. 3.

This trade card for Desbecker & Co., also known as The Globe Clothiers, Hatters and Furnishers, is from Buffalo, N.Y., dating circa 1885. The front features a colorful lithographic illustration of an anthropomorphic scene. A large cat, depicted as a parent figure, sits and reads a book titled “Very Funny Jokes.” Two smaller kittens accompany it; one pulls a bell cord, while the other covers its ears. The speech bubble above the kittens reads, "O! Pa have some mercy." Below the illustration, the business name and address are prominently displayed. The verso of the card advertises "DOLLARS SAVED. By Trading with the GLOBE," highlighting "LARGEST STOCK, HANDSOMEST STYLES, PERFECT FITTING CLOTHING. LOWEST PRICES in Buffalo." It features a circular logo with a globe design and the text "Clothiers. The Globe. Hatters & Furnishers." The card uses a distinctive style typical of late 19th-century advertising, featuring ornate typography and detailed imagery.

This trade card for Goodman & Marks, One-Price Clothiers, features a humorous color lithograph illustration titled "'The Girl I left behind me.'". The image depicts an angry woman in a yellow polka-dot dress, holding a stick, chasing a man whose legs are seen disappearing through a doorway. A small white dog, wearing a red bow, is tugging at the man's hat and cane on the floor. The card advertises the business located at 47 Main St., Bradford, and is typical of late 19th-century advertising ephemera. 3.

This colorful trade card advertises Jalonack, a Clothier & Merchant Tailor located at 8 West Railroad Street in Syracuse, N.Y. The front of the card features a vibrant illustration of a comical monkey dressed in a ruffled collar, blue jacket, and red pants, pulling a pig by its leg, set against a dotted background suggesting grass. The reverse side presents a detailed price list for various made-to-order and ready-made clothing items, including "All Wool Pants made to order" for $5.00, "All Wool Suits" for $15.00, "Overcoats" for $15.00, a "Good business-suit ready made" for $6.00, and a "Heavy Overcoat ready made" for $4.00. The text on the card is in a clear, straightforward font, with the business name "Jalonack's" prominently displayed on both sides. 3.

This trade card advertises "Greatest on Earth and Western King Cigars" manufactured by L. Cohen in Beatrice, Nebraska. The front features a colorful and comical illustration depicting various figures roller skating. A particularly tall man, with his head appearing to be carried by a smaller skater, is shown bending under a sign that reads "LOW BRIDGE." The card uses a humorous scene to promote the cigar brand. The verso of the card is blank. **3.

This trade card advertises L. Loupe, a dealer in dry goods, clothing, boots and shoes, carpets, oil cloths, and matting, located in Gilroy, CA. The card features a humorous black and white illustration titled "Courtship On The Beach," depicting two pairs of feet emerging from under a large beach umbrella, with other figures under smaller umbrellas in the background. The text beneath the illustration details the business's offerings.

This trade card for L. Loupe, a dealer in dry goods, clothing, boots, shoes, carpets, oil cloths, and matting in Gilroy, California, features a comical illustration titled “A Front Seat in a Rail-Road Car.” The image depicts a person from behind, wearing a large, ornate hat that obstructs the view for anyone sitting behind them on a train. The card uses blue ink on a light background with a simple decorative border. The verso is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Loupe, a dealer in dry goods, clothing, boots and shoes, carpets, oil cloths, and matting in Gilroy, California. The card features a whimsical black and white illustration at the top depicting two figures in early swimwear on a beach, with one balancing on a horizontal pole, accompanied by the humorous caption "THE SEA! THE SEA! THE BEAUTIFUL, SEE?". The text for the business details is presented in various typefaces, with the business name "L. LOUPE" prominently displayed. **3.

This double-sided trade card advertises M. Solomon, a one-price hatter in Greenpoint, New York. The front features a comical lithographic illustration depicting two children on a seesaw with a baby on one end, balanced against a man holding a hat, with the caption "A SOLID MASH." The card provides the business name, "M. Solomon, ONE PRICE HATTER," and the address "318 Manhattan Ave., Opp. Noble St., Greenpoint." The reverse side reinforces the advertisement, proclaiming "M. Solomon, The Cheapest Hatter on the Point." It lists specific prices for "Fine Silk Hat" ($2.90, $3.60, $4.60) in comparison to higher prices elsewhere, highlighting features like "Best quality, light weight, Cork sweat band." It also states "Derby Hats Equally as Cheap" and reiterates "STRICTLY ONE PRICE," along with the full

This trade card advertises Mitchell & Seixas, stationers located at 927 Broadway, New York. The card features a colorful chromolithographic illustration depicting two young boys engaged in playful destruction of a large, ornate clock. One boy holds an axe, while the other wields a stick. The artwork is typical of late 19th-century advertising, characterized by its vibrant colors and illustrative style, with the business name and address printed clearly below the image. **3.

This trade card from Nye & Blatner, a shoe store located at 4 Beaver Block, South Pearl Street, Albany, N.Y., advertises their "Fine Shoes" around 1885. The card features an illustration in blue ink depicting a man in a feathered hat sitting on a drum, interacting with a performing monkey. The text uses ornate Victorian-style lettering for the business name and product description. The imagery likely serves to attract attention and convey a sense of entertainment or whimsy. **3.

This trade card for Z. Rosman, a dealer in Men's, Youths' & Boys' Clothing, Hats, Caps, and Gents' Furnishing Goods, features a humorous black-and-white illustration. The image depicts a man being propelled into the air by a smaller figure, with the caption "GIVING HIM A RAISE." The business is located at No. 205 Main Street, operating under the sign of the "New York Clothing House" in Canandaigua, N. Y. The card advertises a range of clothing and accessories for men and boys.

This die-cut trade card for Z. Solomon, \"The Leading Clothing House of Tama County, Iowa,\" features a comical illustration. One man, holding a bucket labeled \"jokes,\" pours its contents into the head of another man, who has a finger to his lips. Below them, an artist's palette displays the business name and location. The card exhibits expressive, caricatured figures typical of late 19th-century advertising.

A circa 1885 trade card depicting a comical man who has been beaten. The reverse side is blank. The card mentions "First Street." The card is part of the O collection, located in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 58.

This trade card advertises Allen's Jewel 5 Cent Plug Tobacco. The front of the card features a caricature of a Jewish and an Irish man, highlighting a common stereotype. The back of the card is blank. The image on the front is likely from a series of advertisements featuring comical characters.

This trade card advertises Ph. Kohn, a grocer located at 632 Larrabee Street, corner of Centre, in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a caricature of a group of Black people posing for a photograph under a large, brightly colored cloud. The image is humorous and satirical, using caricatures to depict Black people in a stereotypical manner. This is a common trope in American trade cards from this era, with both overtly racist and seemingly innocuous images portraying a dehumanized and comedic view of Black people. The card has a full advertisement on the back, which is not visible in the image.

This trade card advertises R. Goldvogel, a jeweler located at 357 Grand Street in New York City. The front of the card features a satirical image of a man, possibly Irish, being mocked and ridiculed by other men. The words “HONORABLE MR. ROURKE” are printed above the image along with the phrase “OUR NEW CITIZENS..ANTI.IRISH”. The business is identified in the bottom right corner, and the text mentions the business was established in 1854. The card mentions “Small Repair”. The verso of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises W. Jacobs, a clothier located at 1177 Third Avenue, between 68th and 69th Streets, New York. The front of the card depicts two comical men in a humorous scene battling a large fish. One of the men is dressed in a tuxedo, the other in a military-style uniform. The card is set against a yellow background with a dark blue border.

Trade card depicting a comical man on skates. The reverse side contains a full address. The card is part of the Morgenstern Papers and is circa 1885. The card's physical location is Arc.MS.56, Volume 25, Page 26.

Trade card depicting a comical man who has fallen on a skate. The address 515 Main Street is visible. The card is part of the Morgenstern Collection and is dated circa 1885. The card's back includes the text "FULL ADD" indicating a full address or additional information on the reverse side. The card's exact purpose and business are unknown. The location is provided as 515 Main Street.

Trade card depicting a scene of a large, possibly overweight soldier in Union garb standing amidst rabbits and geese, seemingly oblivious to their presence. The image is described as humorous, suggesting a theme of 'Some Hunter'. The card features the address '600 Fifth Avenue'. The card is dated circa 1885.

This trade card features a comical illustration on the front of a woman struggling to try on an oversized pair of shoes. The woman's expression and the size of the shoes create a humorous effect. The style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card contains an advertisement: "Go to Cohen the Clothier." This indicates the card's purpose as an advertisement for a clothing store. The back of the card is not blank.

Trade card depicting a comical scene of a child being attacked by a swan. The card mentions an address: 22 South Salina Street. Circa 1885. The card is associated with Rosenbloom Bros.

This trade card for David Rose, located at 39 South Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, features a comical illustration titled "Getting Square," depicting a domestic quarrel. The front of the card showcases this humorous scene, likely meant to attract attention and be memorable. The back of the card is a business directory that lists J. Ostheim.

This trade card for J. Mandelbaum, located at 20 S. Pearl Street in Albany, New York, features a comical illustration. The main image depicts a school teacher in a fit of rage. The style of the illustration and the overall design suggest a late 19th-century origin. The text on the card is minimal, with the business name and address clearly visible. The back of the card is blank. The image suggests that the business sold clothing.

This trade card advertises M. S. Feinberg, a jeweler in Trumansburg, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration; the text 'DO I STRIKE THE ATTI.DUDE' is visible. The back of the card is a full advertisement for M.S. Feinberg. The style and humor suggest a late 19th-century origin.

A chromolithograph trade card depicting a comical scene of a man speaking on the telephone to a mother instead of a daughter. Issued by the Narragansett Collar Company. The card is dated circa 1877.

This trade card for Peake & Levi's, located at 105 Main Street in Gloversville, New York, depicts a comical scene of a wife addressing her husband, who seems to be the "Speaker of the House." The illustration is likely meant to be humorous and relatable to the target audience. The style and details of the drawing suggest it was created sometime in the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Z. Rosman's New York Clothing House in Canandaigua, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration of two men arguing, possibly depicting a humorous scene related to clothing or shopping. The card is printed on uniquely patterned stock with an "odd Oriental motif". Below the illustration, the text clearly states the business name, "NEW YORK CLOTHING HOUSE," and the address, 205 Main Street. The back of the card is blank.