1946 "Big Bill" Pelican Poem FL Postcard

About This Vintage Postcard

Celebrate the humorous side of Florida's natural history with this classic "linen" era postcard featuring the legendary "Big Bill." This icon, a Brown Pelican, was a beloved fixture of Florida's coastal tourism, famously posing for travelers at waterfronts across the state. The card features a whimsical limerick that has been a staple of Florida coastal lore for decades, playfully declaring that the pelican's bill can hold more than its "bellican." With its vibrant colors and textured finish, this card captures the lighthearted charm and exotic appeal that defined mid-century Florida vacations.

Details

Era: Linen (circa 1946)
City: Unstated
State or Region: Florida
Country: United States
Topic: Birds and Florida Humor
Condition: Uncirculated
Postage: None
Address Side: Divided Back
Orientation: Vertical (Portrait)
Artist / Photographer: Unknown
Publisher: Unstated
Printer: Curt Teich and Co., Chicago, Ill.
Print Type: Lithograph