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Comic postcard, Vicar with group of women Date: 20th century
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Comic postcard, Vicar with group of women Date: 20th century
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Aged Charitable Charity Committee Donald Double Eggs Entendre Mcgill Meaning Misunderstanding Reaction Reactions Shock Supply Surprise Verbal Vicar
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A Hilarious Gathering: The Surprised Vicar and the Ladies' Egg-straordinary Charity Committee! (circa 20th century) This delightful comic postcard, titled "The Vicar's Surprise," captures a moment of unexpected amusement during a charitable gathering at a quintessential British church. The scene features a red-faced vicar, with a look of shock and disbelief, as he stands surrounded by a group of women, all displaying a range of reactions, from shocked to amused. The double entendre at the heart of this humorous image is the vicar's assumption that the ladies are discussing the production of eggs for the church's charity collection. However, the women are, in fact, discussing their egg-cellent collection of donations for the charity, much to the vicar's surprise and confusion. The comic postcard, produced by the renowned British humorist Donald McGill, masterfully employs the use of misunderstanding and verbal play to create a light-hearted and entertaining scene. The image is a testament to the power of humor and the ability to find amusement in the most unexpected places – even during a charitable gathering at the local church! The Vicar's Surprise is a charming reminder of the fun and whimsy that can be found in the most ordinary moments of life. This comic postcard is a must-have for any collection of British humor or for those who appreciate a good laugh and a clever play on words.
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