Postcard

Souvenir of "Big Looie" Mechanical Man

One postcard "Souvenir of 'Big Looie' Mechanical Man." The postcard shows a black and white halftone photographic image of "Big Looie" who is wearing a dark suit with a white shirt and tie. He appears to be standing on a stage and is playing an accordion in front of a CBS microphone. Black printed text on the verso reads "'Big Looie' the mechanical man that walks, talks, and plays the accordion. Built by the Rizzo Bros. of Detroit, Mich." Additional printed text reads "Big Looie, known throughout the country, who made personal appearances on 'We the People,' 'Hobby Lobby,' and 'Maj. Bowes Show.' Now makes his hometown debut. See him and his creators at Rizzo radio, 8811 Fenkell. Where they can make cold steel walk, talk, and play. Think what they can do to your radio and television if it isn't operating properly. While Your [You're] There Buy A New Radio for Your Car or Extra Room. They Have the Finest."