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Context:
Title: Party of W.C.T.U. Delegates at the Attleboro Sanitarium, Attleboro, Mass.
- Main Image: This postcard features a large gathering of delegates from the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union (W.C.T.U.) at the Attleboro Sanitarium in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
- Building:
- Structure: The backdrop is the imposing and grand Attleboro Sanitarium, a multi-story stone building with numerous windows and architectural details typical of the early 20th century.
- Details: The building has turrets, chimneys, and a distinct stone facade. It appears to be a significant institution, reflecting the importance of the event being hosted.
- Event:
- Delegates: The foreground is filled with numerous delegates, all dressed in period attire. They are seated in early 20th-century automobiles, which are parked in rows on the lawn in front of the sanitarium.
- Automobiles: The cars are open-top and vary in color, adding a vibrant and lively atmosphere to the scene. The vehicles are adorned with flags, indicating a celebratory event.
- Activities:
- Gathering: The delegates seem to be in a festive mood, possibly attending a rally or a celebratory event related to the W.C.T.U.’s mission.
- Flags and Decorations: The presence of flags and other decorations suggests a formal and organized event, highlighting the importance of the W.C.T.U. delegates’ gathering.
- Caption:
- The top right of the postcard reads: “Party of W.C.T.U. Delegates at the Attleboro Sanitarium, Attleboro, Mass.”
- Atmosphere:
- The overall atmosphere conveyed by the postcard is one of community and activism, capturing a moment of unity and purpose among the W.C.T.U. delegates in front of a notable local institution.
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