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History and Notes:
Context: Attleboro, Mass. South Main Street, Arch No. 2
- View and Setting: This postcard features a view of an arched stone bridge over South Main Street in Attleboro, Massachusetts. The bridge is identified as “Arch No. 2.”
- Prominent Features:
- Bridge:
- The bridge is constructed from large, rough-cut stone blocks, showcasing robust engineering.
- There is a metal fence with a geometric pattern on top of the bridge, adding to its decorative and functional elements.
- A sign on the bridge reads “3IE” (possibly indicating a height clearance or another relevant measure).
- Road and Pedestrian Elements:
- Below the arch, a road curves under the bridge, highlighting its function as a thoroughfare.
- A set of stone stairs ascends on the right side of the image, providing pedestrian access to the top of the bridge. A person is standing on these stairs, giving a sense of scale to the structure.
- Surrounding Area:
- To the right of the stairs, there is a grassy slope, adding a natural element to the urban scene.
- Utility poles with multiple crossarms are visible on top of the bridge, indicating the presence of telegraph or telephone lines.
- Bridge:
- Historical Elements: The bridge’s architectural style, the stone construction, and the presence of utility poles suggest an early 20th-century setting. The robust design reflects the industrial era’s focus on durable infrastructure.
Atmosphere: The postcard conveys a blend of industrial utility and architectural sturdiness, highlighting the importance of such structures in connecting different parts of the town. The solitary figure on the stairs adds a human element to the otherwise structural focus of the image.
