John Greenleaf Whittier Portrait Postcard Geo. E. Keith Walk-Over Shoes Ad For Sale

This unique collectible postcard features a distinguished portrait of the renowned American Quaker poet and abolitionist, John Greenleaf Whittier (1807-1892). The vibrant image presents Whittier in a classic oval frame, accompanied by his birth and death years and a poignant quote: \"Enough and too much of the sect and the name. What matters our label, so truth be our aim?\". A small American flag detail adds a patriotic touch to the design, suggesting a commemorative or historical context for this piece.This card is a fascinating piece of advertising ephemera, published by the Geo. E. Keith Company, famous makers of Walk-Over Shoes, based in Campello, Brockton, Massachusetts. It serves as a testament to early 20th-century promotional strategies, blending cultural reverence with subtle brand association. Collectors of historical figures, literary memorabilia, and early American advertising will appreciate the blend of artistic presentation and historical significance captured in this well-preserved postcard.