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- "Scottie Dog" Cigarette Holder and Ash Trays, 1935-1940 - This ceramic set featured a popular motif of the 1930s and early 1940s -- the Scottish Terrier. Customers seeking a cigarette holder and matching ash trays could purchase the utilitarian mass-produced set for use during afternoon teas, card parties, and other domestic gatherings prior to World War II.
- 1935-1940
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"Scottie Dog" Cigarette Holder and Ash Trays, 1935-1940
This ceramic set featured a popular motif of the 1930s and early 1940s -- the Scottish Terrier. Customers seeking a cigarette holder and matching ash trays could purchase the utilitarian mass-produced set for use during afternoon teas, card parties, and other domestic gatherings prior to World War II.
- 'Scottie' (Scottish Terrier) Pin, circa 1940 - During the Great Depression, inexpensive and simple jewelry like this pin was favored by young ladies. Scottish Terriers as subjects became popular after President Franklin Roosevelt adopted his "Scottie," Fala, in 1940. Roosevelt referenced Fala in a speech attacking his critics, and the dog soon became a favorite with the press and the public.
- circa 1940
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'Scottie' (Scottish Terrier) Pin, circa 1940
During the Great Depression, inexpensive and simple jewelry like this pin was favored by young ladies. Scottish Terriers as subjects became popular after President Franklin Roosevelt adopted his "Scottie," Fala, in 1940. Roosevelt referenced Fala in a speech attacking his critics, and the dog soon became a favorite with the press and the public.
- Advertising Poster, "Scotch Oats for Brain and Brawn," 1899 -
- 1899
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Advertising Poster, "Scotch Oats for Brain and Brawn," 1899
- Menu-Insert Card, "Wonderful eating... thrifty too! Baked Meat Loaf," 1950-1970 - Diner owners provided additional meal options for customers with menu cards like this one. While customers could order from the standard menu, this card's snappy graphics and alluring price offered an easy culinary decision. Owners could also update their specials daily, changing out yesterday's cards for ones touting the meal planned for today.
- 1950-1970
- Collections - Artifact
Menu-Insert Card, "Wonderful eating... thrifty too! Baked Meat Loaf," 1950-1970
Diner owners provided additional meal options for customers with menu cards like this one. While customers could order from the standard menu, this card's snappy graphics and alluring price offered an easy culinary decision. Owners could also update their specials daily, changing out yesterday's cards for ones touting the meal planned for today.
- 'Scottie' (Scottish Terrier) Napkin Rings, 1930-1950 - Scottish terriers are a well-loved breed of dog known for their courage, independence, and affection towards their owners. The breed became popular in the early 20th century and reached its peak in the Depression of the 1930s, primarily due to their scrappy tenacity in the face of difficult times. As pop culture symbols, Scotties appeared on consumer items like jewelry, greeting cards, and bric-a-brac, to name a few.
- 1930-1950
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'Scottie' (Scottish Terrier) Napkin Rings, 1930-1950
Scottish terriers are a well-loved breed of dog known for their courage, independence, and affection towards their owners. The breed became popular in the early 20th century and reached its peak in the Depression of the 1930s, primarily due to their scrappy tenacity in the face of difficult times. As pop culture symbols, Scotties appeared on consumer items like jewelry, greeting cards, and bric-a-brac, to name a few.
- "A Merry Christmas," 1933 - Scottish terriers are a well-loved breed of dog known for their courage, independence, and affection towards their owners. The breed became popular in the early 20th century and reached its peak in the Depression of the 1930s, primarily due to their scrappy tenacity in the face of difficult times. As pop culture symbols, Scotties appeared on consumer items like jewelry, greeting cards, and bric-a-brac, to name a few.
- 1933
- Collections - Artifact
"A Merry Christmas," 1933
Scottish terriers are a well-loved breed of dog known for their courage, independence, and affection towards their owners. The breed became popular in the early 20th century and reached its peak in the Depression of the 1930s, primarily due to their scrappy tenacity in the face of difficult times. As pop culture symbols, Scotties appeared on consumer items like jewelry, greeting cards, and bric-a-brac, to name a few.