Transcription:
If convenient for you, I may be over to see you next Sunday. I am going to Boston on the 19th. I expect to have a good time. Will miss the farm very much this summer. But it is too far out of the way to live in the same place yet. I hope you will find your job alright. Write me a card & Sunday will be alright.
John
Miss Martha Straw.
Foxboro
Mass.
Postmarked:
April 12, 1910
Damaged Stamp
History and Notes:
Context: Main Image: The postcard features a hand-tinted photograph of the Pilgrim Church in Attleboro, Massachusetts.
Visual Details:
- Church Building:
- The image prominently displays the Pilgrim Church, showcasing its distinctive architecture.
- The church has a tall, square clock tower with gothic-style windows and louvered shutters.
- The lower part of the church is constructed from large, irregular stones, giving it a rustic appearance.
- The upper part of the tower and the rest of the church building are made of lighter materials, likely stucco or similar, contrasting with the stone base.
- Gothic arched windows with detailed tracery and stained glass are visible along the side of the church.
- The main entrance is through an arched doorway, framed by a small gable.
- Surroundings:
- The church is surrounded by lush greenery, with large trees partially obscuring the building.
- The trees add a sense of tranquility and seclusion to the scene.
- Sky:
- The sky is mostly obscured by the foliage of the trees but appears light, indicating a clear day.
Text:
- Bottom:
- “C.1125. PILGRIM CHURCH, ATTLEBORO, MASS.” is printed at the bottom of the postcard in white ink, indicating the name and location of the church.
Interpretation:
- Function of the Postcard: This postcard serves as a visual representation of the Pilgrim Church in Attleboro, showcasing its architectural beauty and serene surroundings. It was likely used to share the church’s image with friends, family, or visitors to the area.
- Atmosphere: The image conveys a sense of peace and reverence, reflecting the church’s role as a place of worship and community gathering.
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