Transcription:
I live next door to this library.
E. B. Sando
Miss Mary A. Little,
Public Library,
Lewiston,
Maine.
Postmarked:
September 13, 1909
1908 1c Benjamin Franklin, green, perforated, type IV
History and Notes:
Context:
Title: Public Library, Attleboro, Mass.
- Main Image: The postcard features a colored photograph of the Attleboro Public Library, showcasing its elegant architectural design.
- Building:
- Structure: The library is a notable two-story building with classical architectural features.
- Facade: The front of the building includes large columns supporting a triangular pediment with intricate detailing.
- Details:
- Inscription: “Public Library” is written in red at the top right corner.
- Decorative Elements: The building has ornate carvings, a decorative frieze, and tall windows with decorative frames.
- Windows: Large, symmetrical windows are present on the front and sides.
- Roof: The roof is green with a decorative parapet.
- Surroundings:
- Landscape: The library is surrounded by neatly trimmed lawns and well-maintained shrubs.
- Pathway: A wide pathway with steps leads up to the main entrance.
- Foreground: A young boy is sitting on the edge of the pathway, adding a human element to the scene.
Additional Details: [1908 1c Benjamin Franklin, green, perforated, type IV]
