The front of this advertising postcard shows a man in a bowler hat posing in front of a store front which has been turned into a large display publicizing a circus. The large banner reads “Wonderland” and below that “To-night Hagenbeck Wallace Circus, Motion pictures.” The bottom edge reads “G. E. (Doc) Boyce Feature Show” To the man’s right is a buggy which also has signage, reading “To-night Hagenbeck Wallace Circus Spectacular, Motion Pictures” The photo is a reprint used in multiples for this advertisement.
Back: Printed on the card: “A Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year. To my many friends, managers i have played and the profession in general. G. E. (Doc) Boyce Sole Owner and Manager for Iowa and Nebraska Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus Spectacular Motion Pictures Extends Best Wishes. I am doing big on my second season with the above feature. Thank you all. Will be coming your way again sometimes. Keep you eye on the live one. Permanent address Waterloo Iowa Lock Box 404
The card is addressed to “E. H. Estey & Family, West Union, Iowa”