Victorian menswear sometimes showed just a little -- but not too much
-- imagination.
Victorian menswear sometimes showed just a little -- but not too much -- imagination. Those starched collars must have been most uncomfortable! See comments below for back of card.
Mary Anderson models the latest in subtle color and advertising (though we doubt she would ever wear a hat with this inscription). Born in 1859, we found no evidence this actress ever used "Eclectric Oil." This was a quack cure-all. See the comment below for all the ailments it was supposed to cure. #EmmaJanesFavoriteFashions #bestarnoldcards
You'll never guess! What merchant handed out this trade card? See comments for answer... and a few recipes. #EmmaJanesFavoriteFashions #bestarnoldcards
For a sample of "Texas Siftings" referenced on the front of the card: [ https://goo.gl/38uqMw ]
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