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Title
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The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company
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Description
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Advertising card for The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co. showing African American man and woman standing in front of tiny house speaking with a potential tenant who is dressed smartly. Sign on house says: "Front Room To-Let." The house is surrounded by many small children, hidden in trees, corners, barrels, and peeking out windows. The card is titled "Our Boarding House." Caption says: "Landlord--'De rooms am airy and de place quiet. Chilun? Why bless yer soul, dar ain't a chile in de neighborhood.' Dinah--'Yes Sah, an we use de Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Cos. celebrated teas and coffees.'" Back of card has small image of "Grandmother" and lists branch houses and their locations in cities around the U.S. as well as additional advertising copy. Kansas City address given on back of card: "927 Main St. Kansas City, Mo."
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Date
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1884
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Object Type
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Advertising Card
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Title
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Peet Bros. Mfg. Co.
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Description
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Advertising card for Peet Bros. Mfg. Co. showing to African American boys, one up in the air, the other appearing to hit something with a broom. Front of card says: "What's the matter with the little darkies? Hold to the light and see." When light shines through the card, the boy in the air turns out to be riding a donkey. Front lower left corner has number C-632. Back of card says: "No need in filth and dirt to grope, If you'll but use our Ibex Soap. Peet Bros. Mfg. Co." No address is given.
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Date
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1885~
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Object Type
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Advertising Card