Bank Street

Date
October 3, 1911

Transcription:

Came over here this morning.
Transacted my business, I am now waiting for a train back to you.
Clarence

Mrs. Thomas Tauen New London, Conn.

Postmarked:

October 3rd, 1911

1908 1c Benjamin Franklin, green, perforated, type IV

History and Notes:

Context: Bank Street, Attleboro, Mass.

  • View and Setting: This postcard showcases a view of Bank Street in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
  • Prominent Features:
    • Street and Structures:
      • The street is flanked by large, mature trees, providing a canopy of foliage over the road.
      • Residential houses line both sides of the street, featuring porches and decorative architecture typical of the early 20th century.
    • Residential Elements:
      • The left side of the postcard features a house with a spacious front porch, adorned with white railings and columns.
      • On the right side, another house is visible with a porch and a brick fence, along with a person walking down the sidewalk.
    • Atmosphere:
      • The scene captures a serene and picturesque residential street, highlighting the charm of early 20th-century suburban life.
      • The colorization of the postcard enhances the vibrant green of the trees and the architectural details of the houses, adding to the nostalgic quality of the image.