“The Tearoom Diners” (Among Us Mortals, 10/8/1950) by WE Hill

“The Tearoom Diners” (Among Us Mortals, 10/8/1950)
by W.E. (William Ely) Hill (1887-1962)
18.5 x 15 in., ink on board

W.E. (William Ely) Hill (1887-1962) was known for his masterful black and white Sunday page, “Among Us Mortals,” sometimes referred to as the Hill Page. Please see the Gallery description for more about Hill.

From this October 8, 1950 edition, titled “The Tearoom Diners” some quotes:

“ “Is ten cents enough to tip? You know she never did bring us the extra butter we asked for.” “

“This is one of those intimate tearooms where the tables are so close that every nearby conversation can be overheard distinctly, and enjoyed by all. The stylish stout in the center is telling about poor Uncle Pete, who went to the refrigerator for some beer, and drank a bottle of benzine that happened to be there my mistake. The boys at the left are entranced.”