"I'm de boss of de gang, you'se kin bet," from the Terrors of America set (N136) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1888 - 1889

"I'm de boss of de gang, you'se kin bet," is a trade card from the "Terrors of America" set, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. between 1888 and 1889 to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco. The card features a young boy, dressed in working clothes and a hat, walking confidently with a swagger, emphasizing the theme of strength and power associated with the brand. The image uses a bold and humorous style, characteristic of advertising in that era, utilizing bright colors and a playful perspective to engage the viewer. The card is now part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcasing the evolution of advertising techniques during the late 19th century.