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Comic postcard, old geyser
Comic postcard, old geyser taken in part exchange Date: 20th century
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Aged Annoyed Boiler Donald Double Entendre Exchange Frump Frumpish Geyser Mcgill Meaning Pleased Surprised
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The Old Geyser Still Perks Along!
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- A Humorous Take on Middle-Aged Life with an Old Geyser as an Entendre This delightful comic postcard, dated back to the 20th century, showcases a charming scene of two frumpish middle-aged couples, their expressions conveying a range of emotions from annoyed to pleased, as they stand in front of an old, double-meaning shop window. The shop, filled with various household items, boasts a display of a geyser, which seems to have taken on a double entendre as a humorous reference to the aging process. The man on the left, with a furrowed brow and a scowl, appears to be the picture of annoyance, while his wife, with a surprised look on her face, seems to be amused by his grumpiness. Across the way, another man, with a smirk on his face, and his wife, with a pleased expression, seem to be enjoying the spectacle. The humor in this postcard lies in the use of the old geyser as a metaphor for the aging process. The geyser, a common household appliance, is often associated with the production of hot water, and in this context, it serves as a humorous reminder of the natural process of aging. The double meaning of the geyser's function - providing hot water and serving as a metaphor for aging - adds an extra layer of wit to this charming postcard. This comic postcard, with its humorous take on aging and everyday life, is a testament to the British sense of humor and the ability to find humor in the most mundane situations. It is a fun and lighthearted reminder of the past and the simple joys of everyday life.
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