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Subject: Humorous Aphorisms, Maxims & Wit
Author: E. J. Timmons
Publisher: The Monitor Company, Cincinnati, Ohio
Year Printed: Circa 1890s
Binding: Softcover / Illustrated Paper Wrappers
Language: English
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Railroad Advertising Back Cover (Queen & Crescent Route), Pocket-Sized (Approx. 5" x 3.5")
Description:
Offered is a scarce turn-of-the-century humorous booklet titled "Points: Frequently Overlooked By Both the Wise and Otherwise", written by E. J. Timmons and published by The Monitor Company in Cincinnati, Ohio. Originally priced at 10 cents, this pocket-sized volume features sections filled with Victorian wit, satire, and maxims covering topics like "Woman, Lovely Woman", "Man, Proud Man", "Saints and Sinners", and "The Almighty Dollar".
The rear cover doubles as a vintage advertisement for the Queen & Crescent Route (Southern Railway System) under General Passenger Agent V. C. Rinearson, based in Cincinnati.
Condition: Fair to good vintage condition. Paper wrappers show perimeter chipping, corner wear, and tears along the spine edges. Internal text block is complete with page edges showing light toning, but remains clean and fully attached. Measures approximately 5 inches tall.
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1890s Points Frequently Overlooked By Wise & Otherwise E J Timmons Booklet
$29.80
Sale price
$29.80
Regular price
Subject: Humorous Aphorisms, Maxims & Wit
Author: E. J. Timmons
Publisher: The Monitor Company, Cincinnati, Ohio
Year Printed: Circa 1890s
Binding: Softcover / Illustrated Paper Wrappers
Language: English
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Railroad Advertising Back Cover (Queen & Crescent Route), Pocket-Sized (Approx. 5" x 3.5")
Description:
Offered is a scarce turn-of-the-century humorous booklet titled "Points: Frequently Overlooked By Both the Wise and Otherwise", written by E. J. Timmons and published by The Monitor Company in Cincinnati, Ohio. Originally priced at 10 cents, this pocket-sized volume features sections filled with Victorian wit, satire, and maxims covering topics like "Woman, Lovely Woman", "Man, Proud Man", "Saints and Sinners", and "The Almighty Dollar".
The rear cover doubles as a vintage advertisement for the Queen & Crescent Route (Southern Railway System) under General Passenger Agent V. C. Rinearson, based in Cincinnati.
Condition: Fair to good vintage condition. Paper wrappers show perimeter chipping, corner wear, and tears along the spine edges. Internal text block is complete with page edges showing light toning, but remains clean and fully attached. Measures approximately 5 inches tall.