Early Motoring Cartoons from Punch magazine

The Rival Forces. Scene — lonely Yorkshire Moor. Miles from anywhere. Passing horse-dealer (who has been asked for a tow by owners of broken-down motor-car). "Is it easy to pull?" Motorist. "Oh, yes. Very light indeed!" Horse-dealer. "Then supposin' you pull it yourselves!" [Drives off.

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The Rival Forces. Scene — lonely Yorkshire Moor. Miles from anywhere. Passing horse-dealer (who has been asked for a tow by owners of broken-down motor-car). "Is it easy to pull?" Motorist. "Oh, yes. Very light indeed!" Horse-dealer. "Then supposin' you pull it yourselves!" [Drives off.