George Lackie press advert, undated
Flyer
This promotional flyer advertises Geordie Lackie, a Scottish comedian and bagpiper billed as “The Ragtime Bagpipe Man.” Combining traditional Highland dress with the modern popularity of ragtime music, Lackie presented himself as both musician and entertainer. The advert’s promise of “Clean, Clever and Always Up-to-Date” reflects the wholesome, family-friendly image promoted by variety performers of the period.
Object details
- Object type
- Flyer
- Production date
- -
- Dimensions
- 11.8 x 21.7 cm
- Museum number
- 650(26)
Source collection
Local History Centre Poster Collection, Dundee Central Library
The object’s story
Object Description
Blank on rear.
Donated by Gwen Whyte, who inherited them from her late aunt, who had been a neighbour of Lackie’s in Balmore Street, Dundee.
Transcription
THE RAGTIME BAGPIPE MAN.
GEORDIE LACKIE,
Scotch Comedian and Piper.
Own Songs with Catchy Chorus.
CLEAN, CLEVER AND ALWAYS UP-TO-DATE.