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History and Notes:
Context:
Title: Various Views of Attleboro, Massachusetts
Main Image: The postcard is divided into four smaller images, each showcasing a different scene from Attleboro, Massachusetts.
Top Left Image:
- Scene: “A Pastoral”
- Description: The image depicts a serene rural scene with cows grazing in a field. In the background, there are trees and possibly a distant farmhouse, creating a tranquil countryside atmosphere.
Top Right Image:
- Scene: “Old Peck House”
- Description: This image shows the historic Old Peck House situated along a dirt road with a railway crossing nearby. The house is a traditional New England style building with visible farm structures and fields surrounding it.
Bottom Left Image:
- Scene: “Old House at South Attleboro”
- Description: The image features an old house located in South Attleboro. The scene includes a tree-lined road with leafless trees, suggesting it might be late fall or winter. The house appears to be a modest, historic home typical of the area.
Bottom Right Image:
- Scene: “Lane Mechanics”
- Description: This image shows a lane lined with large trees and small houses on either side. The path is unpaved, and the houses appear to be simple, likely reflecting the homes of local mechanics or workers in the early 20th century.
Text Details:
- Center Text: Handwritten message across the images reads “Ain’t these pretty spots I say”, adding a personal touch to the postcard and indicating admiration for the scenes depicted.
Visual Features:
- Sepia Tone: The images are presented in a sepia tone, which gives them a vintage and historical feel.
- Detailed Scenes: Each image is detailed, capturing the essence of early 20th-century rural and small-town life in Attleboro.
- Trees and Nature: The prominent presence of trees and natural landscapes in the images highlights the pastoral and picturesque quality of the area.
Historical Context:
- Significance: The postcard showcases different aspects of life in Attleboro, providing a glimpse into the town’s rural past, historical homes, and community settings.
- Architecture and Environment: The scenes reflect the simple architectural styles and the integration of homes within natural surroundings typical of that period.
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