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Famous Person Caricatures - Vanderbilt, One of a set of at least 4 stock cards printed by Tobin, NY, showing personages of that time in a satirical manner, this one showing William Henry Vanderbilt (1821-1885) railroad tycoon and robber baron quoted as saying "The public be damned." VG+, horizontal crease across card through his bow tie noticeable only on blank reverse. Brought $40.00 in Trade Card Place Auction 159 on 2/18/2010.