1940s
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Huey P. Long Bridge
Aunt Lou and I drove down to New Orleans last week. We have enjoyed their odd city very much. I must say today has been warm. Leaving for home Wednesday.Adaline – Postmarked in New Orleans, Louisiana on July 23, 1940, from Adaline to Mrs. Bryce Smith in Denver, Colorado.
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Wildwood by the Sea
Postmarked in Wildwood, New Jersey on July 29, 1941, from Ella to Emma Saxon in Richmond Hill, New York. – Having a swell timeElla
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Larimer Memorial Library
Postmarked in Palatka, Florida on February 29th, 1940, from Windy to Miss Lillian Benjamin in Brooklyn, New York. – Dearest. As yet I haven’t had time for a lettl letter but will write soon. We are kept very busy. Practiced from 9:30 to 12:30 today. Miss you a lot. Lots of LoveWindyWrite soon
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Great White Throne
Postmarked on July 29th, 1947 in Zion National Park, Utah, from Auntie to Mrs. Crawford Douglas in Schenevus, New York. – Saw this place yesterday. Some of the wonders of the world. We are having good meals and nice cottage for sleeping. We go to [Illegible] W-day and back to Salt Lake Thurs morning. [Illegible]…
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Canada Goose
Postmarked in Boston, Massachusetts on March 22nd, 1949, from Aunt Bebe to Master Derek Grittin in Darien, Connecticut. – Dear Derek:Do these geese remind you of yours? I think the babies are awfully cute and thought you might like the picture. Love, Aunt Bebe
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A Pretty Spot near Georgian Pavilion
Postmarked in Ontario, Canada on August 7th, 1943, from Gladys & Ken to Mrs. Wm. Burley in Hamburg, New York. – Dear Hager,We leave for home to-morrow morning after a good rest. Ken was so very tired. Can’t we make plans for that promised visit some time soon? I hope you and the children are…
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US Coast Guard Depot
Postmarked in Baltimore, Maryland on May 26th, 1941, from Windy to Miss Clair Benjamin in Long Island, New York. – P.C. WingateU.S.C.G. DepotCurtis Bay, Md.Hi Clair,Well here I am in the Coast Guard and like it a lot. I’ve been in now a little over 8 weeks. We expect to be shipped out this week…
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Parks Air College
Postmarked in Saint Louis, Missouri on January 9th, 1941, from Windy to Miss Clair Benjamin in Long Island, New York. – Parks Air CalleyEast St. Louis, MOHi Clair.Well here I am. It’s a great place but I don’t care for St Louis. What a dump its worse than Reinheart. How about dropping me a line.…
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Hotel Farragut
Postmarked in Denver, Colorado on January 29th, 1945. Sent to Mr & Mrs Clare Mackhob in Burlington, Iowa, from Mother – Sunday EveDear Pearl & Clare. Well well now what have I done to keep off your corresponding list? Hope your well. We are having a little winter. Cold and some snow. Edna eat dinner…
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Greetings from Vermont!
Postmarked in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont on September 2nd, 1943 Sent to Mrs. Rose D. Pauley in Billings, Montana, from Miss Marion Platt – Dear Card Pal, Would you exchange cards with me? As yet I haven’t any from your state and I would like a few. Do you have many cards in your collection? Sincerely,Marion…
Wish You Were Here 