Transcription:
Wish you were here.
From,
S. Louise Mungay
Mrs. Lulu J. E. Pettis
19 Frank St.
Putnam
Conn.
Postmarked:
November 9, 1916
1908 1c George Washington, green, perforated, type IV
History and Notes:
Context: N.Y. N.H. & H. R. R. Depot, Attleboro, Mass.
- View and Setting: This postcard presents an elevated view of the New York, New Haven, and Hartford Railroad Depot in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
- Prominent Features:
- Depot Buildings: The image highlights two main buildings of the depot with their distinctive red roofs and brick walls.
- Railroad Tracks: The tracks are clearly visible, running adjacent to the depot buildings. The arrangement of the tracks and buildings suggests an efficient layout for managing rail traffic and passenger movement.
- Horse-Drawn Carriage: A horse-drawn carriage is parked near one of the depot buildings, indicating the transportation methods of the time.
- Surrounding Area: The background features a panoramic view of the town with various buildings and houses, providing context to the depot’s location within Attleboro.
- Underpass and Staircase: A stone underpass and staircase are prominently shown in the foreground, offering a pedestrian passage beneath the tracks.
Sky and Atmosphere: The sky is partly cloudy, contributing to the calm and serene atmosphere of the scene.
