Transcription:
Took a trip up to Providence with Annie in her car, was nice. Then went on to Attleboro by train, found Mary and family well.
S.M.
Mrs. Charles E. May
Peace Dale,
R.I. R.F.D.
Postmarked:
October 13, 1924
History and Notes:
Context:
Title: Public Library, Attleboro, Mass.
- Main Image: This postcard showcases the Attleboro Public Library, an elegant and grand building representative of early 20th-century architecture.
- Building:
- Structure: The library is a two-story structure with a classical architectural style.
- Facade: The facade features large windows with decorative iron railings, and the entrance is adorned with columns supporting a pediment. The pediment has intricate carvings and inscriptions.
- Details:
- Inscription: Above the main entrance, the inscription reads “ATTLEBOROUGH PUBLIC LIBRARY” and “FREE TO ALL.”
- Columns and Pediment: The entrance is framed by classical columns and a decorative pediment.
- Windows: Large, multi-pane windows allow natural light to illuminate the interior of the library.
- Surroundings:
- Landscape: The library is set amidst well-maintained shrubs and plants, adding to its stately appearance.
- Adjacent Buildings: Nearby buildings are partially visible, providing a sense of the library’s location within a residential area.
- Atmosphere:
- The postcard exudes a sense of civic pride and community importance, highlighting the library as a central and accessible institution for public education and enrichment.
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