Transcription:
Dear Ben,
Got your letter, glad to hear again. All goin fine with us. You can come any day, will come to the school or at B. Bay Station. See you. I have [been] going over to the Mrs. Byer once to see you. Let me know when you’re coming.
With love,
Eadie Adams
Mr. Ben Stinchfield 312 Sumner St. Dorchester Mass
Postmarked:
February 6th, 1911
1908 1c Benjamin Franklin, green, perforated, type IV
History and Notes:
Context: Attleboro, Mass. John Street, Looking West
- View and Setting: This postcard features a view of John Street in Attleboro, Massachusetts, looking westward.
- Prominent Features:
- Street and Structures:
- The street is lined with residential buildings, showcasing a mix of architectural styles typical of the early 20th century.
- The building on the right side of the image has a notable turret with a conical roof, adding a distinctive feature to the street’s appearance.
- The houses are mostly two to three stories tall with porches and ornate detailing.
- Vegetation and Surroundings:
- Trees line both sides of the street, providing a green canopy and a serene suburban atmosphere.
- The well-maintained lawns and gardens in front of the houses add to the picturesque quality of the neighborhood.
- Road Elements:
- The road is unpaved, indicative of the period, with visible tracks from horse-drawn carriages.
- Utility poles with crossarms are present, suggesting the availability of telegraph or early electrical services.
- Atmosphere:
- The overall scene captures a peaceful and well-kept residential area.
- The colorization of the postcard enhances the quaint and inviting nature of the street, typical of early 20th-century postcard aesthetics.
- Street and Structures:
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