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History and Notes:
Context: Main Image: The postcard features a colorized photograph of Pilgrim Church located at the intersection of North Main Street in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
Visual Details:
- Church:
- The church is a stone structure with a prominent bell tower that has Gothic architectural elements, such as pointed arches and louvered windows.
- The lower portion of the church is made of large, rough-hewn stones, while the upper portion appears to be constructed with smoother stone or stucco, painted white.
- The roof is covered in red tiles, and there is a small entrance porch with a pointed arch and steps leading up to it.
- Ivy or other greenery is climbing up the sides of the church, adding a touch of natural beauty to the stone architecture.
- Street Scene:
- The church is situated on a tree-lined street with large, leafy trees providing ample shade.
- A streetcar is visible in the distance, traveling along tracks laid into the street, indicating that this image was taken during a time when streetcars were a common mode of transportation.
- The surrounding area appears to be a quiet, residential neighborhood with additional houses and buildings partially visible through the trees.
- Text:
- The text at the bottom of the postcard reads: “Pilgrim Church & N. Main Street, Attleboro, Mass.”
- A number is printed on the bottom right corner of the postcard: “211760 J.V.”
Interpretation:
- Function of the Building: As indicated by the name, this is Pilgrim Church, likely serving as a place of worship and community gathering for the residents of Attleboro.
- Atmosphere: The scene exudes a tranquil and historic charm, with the combination of the Gothic-style church, the streetcar, and the tree-lined street evoking a sense of a bygone era.
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