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History and Notes:
Context: Attleboro’s Old Home Week
- Event: This postcard promotes “Attleboro’s Old Home Week,” which took place from July 28 to August 3.
- View and Setting:
- Main Image: The central image is a black and white photograph of a traditional homestead in Attleboro.
- Homestead:
- Design and Structure: The homestead is a two-story building with a simple, classic architectural style. It features multiple windows and a central door.
- Surroundings: The house is surrounded by trees and a stone fence in the front yard, giving it a rustic and historical feel.
- Homestead:
- Border Design: The photograph is framed by a decorative border that includes various illustrated elements, such as musical instruments, a mask, and other motifs, possibly symbolizing aspects of the event.
- Main Image: The central image is a black and white photograph of a traditional homestead in Attleboro.
- Text Details:
- Top Text: “ATTLEBORO’S OLD HOME WEEK” is prominently displayed at the top of the postcard in bold, decorative lettering.
- Bottom Text: The dates “JULY 28 TO AUG. 3” and the phrase “WELCOME HOME” are written at the bottom, inviting former residents and visitors to return for the event.
- Caption: Below the photograph, there is a caption that reads, “AN ATTLEBORO OLD HOMESTEAD,” identifying the house in the image.
- Photographic Style: The image is in black and white, typical of the early 20th century, adding to its historical charm.
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