Transcription:
Postmarked:
December 6, 1910
1908 1c Benjamin Franklin, green, perforated, type IV
History and Notes:
Context:
Title: “Attleboro, Mass. Largest Cement Stand Pipe in the World.”
Main Image:
- This postcard features a large cylindrical structure known as a cement stand pipe or water tower. It is a tall, reinforced concrete structure, likely used for water storage.
Text Details:
- Top Center: “Attleboro, Mass. Largest cement stand pipe in the World.”
Visual Features:
- Structure: The cement stand pipe dominates the postcard, with a circular design at the top featuring small openings. There are ladders or access points visible on the side of the structure.
- Building: At the base of the stand pipe, there is a smaller building, possibly a control room or a pump house, with windows and a door.
- Surroundings: The structure is set against a backdrop of clear sky, with greenery around its base, giving a sense of its location possibly in an open or semi-rural area.
Historical Context:
- Significance: This type of infrastructure was crucial for water storage and distribution in growing towns and cities. The claim of it being the largest in the world highlights its importance and the pride of the community in this engineering feat.
Additional Details: [1908 1c Benjamin Franklin, green, perforated, type IV]
