Snow Balling, "Just look at that hat," from the Terrors of America set (N136) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1888 - 1889

"Snow Balling: 'Just look at that hat'" is a colorful lithograph from the "Terrors of America" set of trade cards issued by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco. The card depicts a young boy, dressed warmly in a hat, coat, and pants, with a playful expression on his face as he prepares to throw a snowball. The background is a simple, snowy scene with the boy's figure framed by a decorative border. This card is an example of trade card advertising, a popular form of marketing in the late 19th century, and demonstrates the use of humor and relatable scenes to connect with potential customers.