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Lot 497

Printed Advertising Card Charlie Long Ventriloquist Dancing Dolls Philadelphia

Estimate: $50 - $1,000
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Printed advertising postcard for performer Charlie Long, identified as a ventriloquist presenting an internationally known ventriloquist and dancing dolls act, with full booking information printed on the reverse including an address at 728 Smedly Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and an instruction to book early for picnics, bazaars, and outings. The front of the card features a group photograph of the performer with multiple dummy figures. The reverse of this card functions as a complete promotional booking flyer, listing the act's capabilities including a complete show with transportation, and targeting civic and community events rather than strictly theatrical venues. This dual-purpose format combining photographic image with printed booking information represents an important variant within ventriloquist promotional card production, more commonly associated with American performers seeking local and regional engagements. The front bears the printed text: Printed caption reading Charlie Long, Ventriloquist and Dancing Dolls with group photograph. The reverse reads: Fully printed advertising reverse with booking details, address 728 Smedly Street Philadelphia PA, and event types including picnics bazaars and outings.

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