University of Tennessee Murad Tobacco Card
This collection houses a University of Tennessee sports card from the early 1900s advertising Murad Cigarettes. It shows the University of Tennessee seal with a picture of a figure playing polo. The card is part of College Series 26-50 and is stamped Packet No. S. 260. The back of the card shows a list of other universities and colleges included in series 26-50.
Dates
- circa 1900s
Conditions Governing Access
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Conditions Governing Use
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Extent
0.1 Linear Feet
Abstract
This collection houses a University of Tennessee sports card from the early 1900s advertising Murad Cigarettes. It shows the University of Tennessee seal with a picture of a figure playing polo. The card is part of College Series 26-50 and is stamped Packet No. S. 260. The back of the card shows a list of other universities and colleges included in series 26-50.
Biographical/Historical Note
This card was produced by the Murad Cigarette company. Tobacco cards were often included in packs of cigarettes until the mid-twentieth century and served to stiffen the cigarette packages, advertise, and encourage product loyalty. Around the turn of the century, cards were also produced especially for various North American colleges and universities, usually bearing a sports activity, university colors, and a copy of the university seal or pendant.
Arrangement
Collection consists of a single folder.
Acquisition Note
Card was purchased by University of Tennessee Archives in 2004.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository