County Street looking Northeast

Date
April 21, 1913

Transcription:

Dear Anna,
Billy is working Tuesday night. Thought I would [sic] this for fear I may not be able to appear tomorrow.
Love from all Jennie

Miss Annie Dingle 87 Pleasant St, Town

Postmarked:

April 21st, 1913

1908 1c George Washington, green, perforated, type IV

History and Notes:

Context: This postcard depicts County Street in Attleboro, Massachusetts, looking northeast. Key features of the postcard include:

  • Street View: A well-maintained road with a smooth surface and streetcar tracks in the middle, indicating the presence of a streetcar service during the time.
  • Architecture: On the left side of the street, there are several large, elegant houses with spacious lawns and porches, suggesting a residential area.
  • Trees and Foliage: The street is lined with mature trees on both sides, providing a canopy and adding to the picturesque quality of the scene.
  • Streetcar: A streetcar is visible in the distance, adding a historical element to the postcard and indicating the mode of transportation used during that period.
  • Colorization: The postcard is colorized, enhancing the visual appeal with green foliage, blue skies, and earthy tones of the road and buildings.

Overall, this postcard offers a charming and historical view of County Street in Attleboro, capturing the essence of the town’s residential area and transportation system during that era.