Time is Money / A Drop Too Much, from the Jokes series (N118) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco 1890 - 1893

This trade card, titled "Time is Money / A Drop Too Much," was created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. between 1890 and 1893 to promote Honest Long Cut Tobacco. The card features two humorous images. The upper panel depicts a man, presumably rushing to work, with the caption "Time is Money" below. In contrast, the lower panel shows a man hanging, implying the dangers of alcohol use, and the caption "A Drop Too Much." These images represent the dangers of wasting time and the consequences of excessive alcohol consumption. This trade card was likely distributed as part of the company's marketing strategy, reminding consumers of the importance of working hard and avoiding alcohol excess.