VTG 1940s 50s Puppy Bath Birthday Greeting Card Stanley Anthropomorphic Ephemera For Sale

Discover a charming piece of mid-century ephemera with this delightful vintage greeting card from the 1940s or 1950s. This Stanley Greeting Card from Dayton features an adorable anthropomorphic puppy character, sure to bring a smile. The front design shows the happy pup enjoying a bath, complete with a red scrub brush and a humorous lead-in text: \"WE ALL HAVE TO HAVE ONE ONCE IN A WHILE... SO...\". The delightful illustration captures the playful spirit of the era.Opening the card reveals the joyful conclusion: \"HAPPY BIRTHDAY!\". The same lovable puppy is now seen standing on a red bathmat, vigorously drying itself with a towel after its bath. The interior includes a handwritten inscription, adding a touch of personal history and provenance to this collectible item. This card\'s unique imagery and classic design make it a wonderful find for collectors of vintage paper goods, mid-century illustrations, or unique birthday ephemera.This item is from the family estate of Tennessee Senator Estes Kefauver. Estes also ran for President and vice President with Stevenson against Nixon/Eisenhower. At one time there was a fire in part of his childhood home. So this item may have some soot staining, discoloration/staining, creasing, has wear around the edges, may have a musty odor from storage with normal estate wear. Please see pictures/scans for more details. We have a large amount of ephemera from the Kefauver estate listed and or will be listing.Measures approximately 5.25 by 4 inches