The bicycle craze reached its peak in the mid 1890s. And so did bicycle jokes, which focused on the cost, scorchers, accidents and relationships. Here are several from 1896 newspapers … “I second the motion,” said the man on the rear of the tandem. “I don’t want the wheel, it is too heavy.” “Say, I’ll … Continue reading More Cycling Humor From the 1890s
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Why Did The Bicycle Cross the Road? And More Old Cycling Jokes …
Take my bike, please! Sorry, I couldn't resist. Here are several bike-themed jokes from the 1890s that I found ... They're anything but ordinary. Ethel: Maud has been trying to learn how to ride a bicycle for four weeks now. Penelope: Is her instructor stupid? Ethel: No – handsome. Freeland Tribune, Freeland, Pennsylvania, January 6, … Continue reading Why Did The Bicycle Cross the Road? And More Old Cycling Jokes …
This Day In Cycling History: The Funniest Completely True Bicycle Story Ever (Really!)
The best tooth pulling story comes from Ocean Park and involves two boys and a bicycle. This is the start of a November 25, 1912 story in The Republic (Columbus, Indiana) newspaper about what just might be the funniest bicycle story ever! Think I'm exaggerating? Keep reading ... Roy Fosdick, nine years old, told his … Continue reading This Day In Cycling History: The Funniest Completely True Bicycle Story Ever (Really!)
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