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Trade Card - J. Podolsky, Millersburg, Ohio, circa 1885
This trade card advertises J. Podolsky, "The Boss Clothier," located opposite the Central Hotel in Millersburg, Ohio. The verso of the card promotes a large stock of Spring and Summer Clothing, Gents' Furnishing Goods, Underwear, Hats & Caps, emphasizing "The Latest Styles in Everything." The card features various typographic styles for the business name and product listings. The recto features a racist cartoon depicting Black people in an exaggerated, chaotic scene with a stagecoach pulled by mules.
Associated People/Businesses
- J. Podolsky
- Podolsky, J.
Geography
No geographic information available.
Subjects
- Clothing
- Retail trade
- Advertising
- Trade cards
- Millersburg, Ohio
- 19th century
- Caricature
- Racism
- African Americans (depicted)
Physical Location
Arc.MS.56, Box 20, Folder 11