The American mosquito
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The American mosquito
The American mosquito. Broadside shows Mexicans running from mosquitos recently arrived from the United States. Includes humorous text on front and back relating to infestation throughout Mexico. Date between 1910 and 1913
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The American Mosquito - A New and Unwelcome Invasion
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing broadside, dating between 1910 and 1913, humorously depicts a scene of Mexicans in panic as they flee from clouds of mosquitoes, recently arrived from the United States. The image on the front shows a group of Mexicans, dressed in traditional clothing, frantically trying to escape the relentless swarms of mosquitoes, their faces contorted in expressions of fear and annoyance. The mosquitoes, depicted as small, menacing figures, are shown pouring over the border, carrying suitcases labeled "Chicago," "New York," and "Detroit." The back of the broadside continues the humorous theme, with a series of rhyming verses that describe the mosquitoes as "pests from the North," who have brought "fevers and chills" with them. The text also makes light of the fact that the mosquitoes seem to be carrying with them the latest fashions and trends from the United States, such as "Zouaves" and "Gibson Girls." Despite the lighthearted tone, the image and text reflect a real concern about the spread of mosquito-borne diseases, such as yellow fever and malaria, from the United States to Mexico during this time period. The border between the two countries was porous, and the movement of people, goods, and animals across it was a significant factor in the spread of disease. Overall, this charming and humorous broadside offers a unique glimpse into the cultural exchange and tensions between Mexico and the United States during the early 20th century, as well as the ongoing challenges posed by the spread of mosquito-borne diseases.
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