Vintage 1908 Comic Postcard I Am Hastening Home R.I. Post Card Co. For Sale

This vintage postcard from 1908 features a humorous cartoon titled "I am hastening home," depicting a man fleeing from two smaller figures in a playful chase scene. The artwork is printed in red and brown ink on a classic postcard stock typical of the early 20th century. Produced by R.I. Post Card Co., Rock Island, Illinois, this piece showcases period-specific typography and a whimsical rural setting.The postcard is a great example of early American humor postcards, offering a glimpse into social entertainment of the era. It is addressed to Mrs. Mattie McGuire in Nevada, Texas, with a handwritten message dated February 15, 1908, adding collectible provenance and historical value. The card bears a 1-cent Benjamin Franklin green postage stamp with a clear postmark from Troy, Texas, enhancing its appeal to postal history enthusiasts and postcard collectors alike.