Out in left-field, "Don't drop it, Tommy," from the Terrors of America set (N136) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1888 - 1889

This is a trade card from the *Terrors of America* set (N136) issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote their Honest Long Cut Tobacco. Printed between 1888 and 1889, this card shows a young boy in a baseball uniform catching a fly ball. The image is a whimsical depiction of a baseball game, and the use of vibrant colors and detailed illustrations is typical of trade cards of the late 19th century. This card, now part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, highlights the use of art as a marketing tool, showcasing the popularity of baseball and tobacco in American culture during this period.