Governor Thayer, Nebraska, from "Governors, Arms, Etc." series (N133-2), issued by Duke Sons & Co. 1885 - 1892

This is a trade card from the "Governors, Arms, Etc." series issued by Duke Sons & Co. between 1885 and 1892. The card features a portrait of Governor Thayer of Nebraska, alongside an illustration of the state's coat of arms and an image depicting cattle raising. These cards were given away with purchases of Duke's cigarettes. The card includes an advertisement for the company, touting the quality of its cigarettes and highlighting its position as the largest cigarette manufacturer in the world. The card is a valuable artifact of late 19th-century American advertising and provides insights into the visual culture of the time.