There is a bit of an art to playing a comb. But not much.
With any luck, the dog drowned it out.
Below are a couple of 21st century attempts to recapture the flavor of comb concerts.
"Breaking News"
Physicians approve of an occasional bath!
Children, however, may have other opinions on that subject.
"May I take care of those crumbs for you?"
Nothing as entertaining as a family on ice!
Lion Coffee: Woolson Spice Co. , Toledo OH
...A fun way to lose one's hat while exercising the dog and your local turkeys!
Roller skating was a popular sport in the late 1800s. These were probably sets of wheels strapped on ordinary street shoes.
"Buy the Highland Kid Button >for sale by< Parce & Brown" urges the back of this card. It's not clear how well these buttons would withstand a snowball fight....
family exercise...
Paper toys provided hours of entertainment in the 1800s.
Sweet winter dreams from Woolson Spice Co.'s Lion Coffee....