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[Thanksgiving Day Postcard]
Color postcard depicting two turkeys and four chicks in a yard. Inscription reads, "Happy Thanksgiving". Correspondence reads, "Hello baby I wrote mother a letter about two weeks ago and she does not care for me I guess my baby does. Now Rosa Louise you must come to see cousin Pearl by by c/o 726 S. Main Okla [not legible]". It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, Okla City, Okla. It is postmarked Muskogee, Okla on Oct 28, 1908.
Grace Episcopal Church, Chicago, Ill.
Color postcard of Grace Episcopal Church in Chicago, Illinois. It is an "English Gothic Revival" building with large arched portals. Written on the front is, " We are going to take in the city this aft in an auto. It is still cool wore my coat all day yesterday. Hope your cold is well. 8/23/08". Correspondence on the back reads, "Dear Pap- Suppose you got my postal from Michigan City. well we got home at 10:45 pm and I came nearer being sick coming home than I did going to Eng. You can't imagine how many were sick, the Lake was awfully rough But I enjoyed it so much Rosa". It is addressed to Mr. Alf. Bassano, 527 So 18th Street. Paris, Texas.
Scene Washington Park, Chicago, Ill.
Color postcard depicting Washington Park in Chicago, Illinois. A group rows in a boat near a wooden footbridge while sheep graze on the bank. Correspondence on the back reads, "Dear Mrs. Dill I will write sometime. Am still in Chicago - expect to leave next month for Cal. how are you all? Write when you have time Alice M. 6032 Greenwood Av." It is addressed to Mrs, E. A. Dill, Paris, Texas. It is postmarked Chicago, Ill on Jun 15, 1908.
Court House, Oklahoma City, Okla.
Color postcard depicting the Oklahoma City court house. Correspondence reads, "Dear friend, we received your postal. glad to hear from you. hope you are all well. we have the house full and are kept busy We intended to write you about Mrs. Erler loosing her sister. did not get time. Is it not sad. let us hear from you. Ida Reed". It is addressed to Mrs. Earl Dill, Paris, Texas, No. 527 S. 18th St. It is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla on Jul 3, 1908.
Delmar Garden, Oklahoma City, Okla.
Color postcard depicting an aerial view of Delmar Park in Oklahoma City. There are rides such as the ferris wheel, there is a theatre and a horse race track, and a trolley in the foreground. The correspondence on the back reads, " I hope you will pardon me, but I just happened to think that I failed to give you the add. of the boarding house I spoke of, it is George Boon, 29 E 4th St. OC - Hopinh you will be successful. I remain sincerely, G. C. Taylor". It is addressed to Mrs. E. A Dill, 527 S 18th St, Paris, Texas. It is post marked Oklahoma, Okla, July 15, 1908.
State Capitol, Des Moines, Iowa.
Postcard depicting the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines. it had a large dome over the center and forue smaller ones at its four corners. The correspondence reads," Hello Rosa! did you get sick in the boat? I should think a young lady of your size should keep th boat still. You had better come out and see me. Glad you are having such a grand time. Best wishes from your [not legible]". It is addressed to Miss Rosa Bassona, 507 E 43 street, Chicago, Ill. c/o C.J. Fleming. it is postmarked Des Moines, iowa, Aug 27, 1908.
Waco, Texas. New Bridge over Brazos River.
Color postcard depicting the new bridge that spans the Brazos River in Waco, Texas. A park is on the bank with landscaping and sidewalks. The city of Waco is in the background. Description on the back of the card reads, " New Bridge over Brazos River. The longest arch bridge in the country around Waco is this steel arch bridge erected across the Brazos River. It is 550 feet in length, 24 feet in width, and cost $110,000. It was christened in 1901 by Miss Katie Ross, a sister of the Ex-Governor Ross of Texas, and who, in 1870, had christened the bridge located a few hundred feet further up the river." Correspondence on the back of the card reads, "Dear Dillie, Lyle has had typhoid fever for five weeks been in bed three right sick today. Yours, M.L.H." It is addressed to Mrs. E.A. Dill, Box 838, Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Waco, Texas on Sep 5, 1908.
Post Office, Kansas City, Mo.
Color postcard depicting the post office in Kansas City, Missouri. it is a large four-story building with a capitol and dome above it. Trolleys, horse-drawn carriages, and pedestrians surround the building. The correspondence on the back reads, " Dear Baby, Love and kisses from "Big Erloo" tiny baby and "Erloo". It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill 527 18th St. Paris, Texas. It is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla. on Jun 27 1908.
New Cook County Court Bldg. Chicago Ill.
Color postcard depicting the new Cook County court house in Chicago. Written on the front, "Chas certainly is fixed up nicely - and has such a sweet wife, I like her so much. And they all seem so glad to have us with them Sis". The correspondence on the back reads, "Dear old Sis:- am having the best time imaginable. got me a real pretty suit for work yesterday - went outlast night to the 'White City' will go this aft out on the lake. and they have enough trips planned to last a mo. Rose". It is addressed to Mrs. E.A. Dill, P.O. Box 838, Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Chicago, Ill.
First Baptist Church, Paris, Tex.
Color postcard depicting First Baptist Church in Paris, Texas. The church is a large brick building with a tall bell tower. It has a wrought iron fence surrounding it. Written on the front of the card, " Oct. 14, 1907 Auntie's Birthday". Correspondence on the back reads, " Your "Auntie" is the biggest ______ in the state of Texas for I have missed 2 days already sending you a card. I've got a bushel to tell Mud if I ever get time to write. "Auntie" It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 206 E 5th Street, Oklahoma City, Okla.
Loving Easter Greeting
Color postcard depicting a little girl sitting between two baskets full of eggs. She is dressed in a Dutch costume with little wooden shoes. She holds tulips in her hand. Inscribed on the card is "Loving Easter Greeting". The card is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 509 Broadway, Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Paris, Texas on April 16, 1908.
Sondfjord, Norway
Color postcard depicting the town of Sondfjord, Norway. There is a river flowing through the countryside and mountains in the background. Small farms and a lumber miss are in the foreground. The correspondence reads, " My dear Mrs. Dill:- Thanks for your kindly interest in us. Fortune seemed to favor us all the way home. We started Monday noon and reached home Tuesday night at 8. We were so glad you decided to go when you did. Callie and Daisy mean to start to New York next Thurs. then the mother [not legible] and I will be alone. Give Rosa Louise a generous bear hug for each of us. I suppose Mr. [not legible] has not driven through in his wagon yet! Let us hear from you occasionally - we do not want ot loose sight of you. Faith, Hope, and Charity." It is addressed to Mrs. Alice Dill, Paris, Texas. It is postmarked Leonard, Tex on Jun 7, 1908.
[Floral Postcard, "Greetings from Paris, Tex."]
Embossed color postcard with Greetings from Paris, Tex. written across it in glitter. This postcard was not written on or mailed.
Birdseye View of Paris, Tex.
Color postcard showing an aerial view of downtown Paris, Texas. Correspondence on the back reads,"Hello Precious, how are you today, why don't you say how you like the new postals. I am sending Mud's hat to her - this morning and will put you something in. Pappa wanted to send you a 'tabbie' but when he priced them they were $7.00 so you will have to wait a while. It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 206 E. 5th Street, Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Monett & Paris on Oct 18, 1907.
[Y.M.C.A. in Waco, Texas]
Black and white photo of the Y.M.C.A. in Waco, Texas. It is a square building, three stories high with windows all around. The card is addressed to Mrs. E.A. Dill, Box 838, Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Waco, Texas on Sept 12, 1908.
Union Stock Yards, Chicago, Ill.
Color postcard depicting the stock yards in Chicago, Illinois. Many cattle are coralled together while cowboys sit on fences looking on. The city of Chicago is in the background. The correspondence on the back reads, " "What my baby doing. I bet you want to see your old mean ugly Auntie, if you did say you wouldn't. Do you love your Auntie - Rosa". It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, P.O. Box 838, Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Chicago, Ill.
[Doves bringing Birthday Greetings]
Embossed color postcard with six doves flying in the sky carrying envelopes around their necks attached with pink ribbons. The card says, "Birthday Greetings". Correspondence on the back reads,"Dear Doll Baby:- I hope you spent a pleasant birthday. I completely for got the date or would have remembered you on that day- but will later." It is addressed to Miss Rosa L. Dill, #628 Chickasha, Chickasha, Okla. It is postmarked Feb 14, 1908 in Chickasha and Oklahoma, Okla.
[Little Angels]
Colored postcard depicting two little angels dressed up. The boy wears a top hat and red coat, the girl wears a pink hat, purple gloves, a blue boa and she holds a parasol. They are standing in a meadow. The correspondence on the back reads,"Has Jack bitten your 'Mud' any more and have you been spanked. Tell Mud she better not spank you any more or somebody else will come up there and bite her." It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, Box 838, Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Paris, Texas on Oct 5, 1908.
Lake Shore Drive,Chicago, Ill.
Color postcard depicting a row of houses along Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, Illinois. Tree-lined sidewalks run in front of the houses. The correspondence on the back reads,"Hello Auntie's Baby- Are you Auntie's baby? Well guess you got my card from Michigan City and will be glad to know I got back to Chi. safe. Came near being sick and 9/10 of the crowd were and it made you sick to see them. Auntie". It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise dill, P.O. Box 838, Oklahoma City, Okla. it is postmarked Chicago Aug 24, 1908.
City Park, Ft. Worth, Texas
Color postcard depicting the City Park in Ft. Worth, Texas. Flower beds are created in shapes such as stars and horse shoes. handwritten on the front of the card is,"Beats Delmar doesn't it?" Correspondence on the back reads, " Hello Bro. Your card received. was glad to hear from you and especially so when you said you had been out with the girls. Presume you and Kitty have buried the hatchet and are still lovers in the same old way. Be a good boy and let me hear from you. Your sis". It is addressed to Mr. Will Miatt, Oklahoma City, Okla. c/o S. Cotton Oil Mill. It is postmarked Fort Worth, Tex. Aug 29, 1908.
[Lily Pond, Riverside Park, Wichita,Kansas]
Postcard with a picture of the Lily Pond in Riverside Park in Wichita Kansas, there is a pond full of waterlilies with a bench to the left and many trees surrounding it. On the back the post card is addressed to Mrs. E.A. Dill in Oklahoma City. It also has a canceled 1 cent stamp from Newton, date 1907.
Leatherwood Bluff, Eureka Springs, Ark.
Color postcard depicting a railroad track running next to a river through a valley in Eureka Bluff, Arkansas. Autumn trees line the far bank of the river. The postcard is signed J.N. Bailey and is addressed to Miss Rosa Basano, Paris, Tex., c/o Audr ofs P&G RR Co. It is postmarked Eureka Springs, Ark. on July 26.
[Fluffy Cat in a Handbag]
Embossed color postcard depicting a fluffy gray and white cat sitting inside a brown leather handbag. It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 521 Sou Mill St., Paris, Texas. It is postmarked Terrell, Tex on May 30, 1908.
Thine Own Wish I Wish Thee
A Merry Christmas embossed color postcard depicting Santa Claus talking to a small child on the telephone. Written on the car is the phrase, "Thine Own Wish I Wish Thee". Correspondence on the back reads, "Hurry, Hurry, Hurry. Auntie can't hardly wait to see her baby - why don't you answer any cards. Bye Bye Auntie". It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 417 High street, Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Paris, Texas on Dec 18, 1908.
[Fluffy Cat in a Basket]
Embossed color postcard depicting a fluffy gray and white cat in a basket with a blue ribbon. It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, Paris, Texas, Care Frisco Auditors Office. It is postmarked Terrell, Texas on Jun 13, 1908.
[Valentine Post Card]
Valentine postcard with a cupid upon a musical staff made of golden horizontal arrows with notes made of red hearts on ribbons. Text on the front of the card reads, "Yes-loving is a painful thrill, Ant not to love more painful still; But oh, it is the worst of pain. To love and not be loved again!" Correspondence on the back reads, "How is my precious 'Amnus'". It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, Chickasha, Okla. and is postmarked Paris, Texas on Feb 14, 1908.
[Wooden Flowers]
Color postcard of wood with a relief carving of flowers on top of it. The flowers are painted lavender and purple with green and brown leaves on the stem. Correspondence on the back is illegible. The card is addressed to Mrs. E. A. Dill, 509. N. Broadway, Okla City, Okla. It is postmarked Corsicana, Tex on May 7, 1908.
[Girl and Dog]
Embossed color postcard depicting a little blonde-headed girl in a purple dress with a large black and white dog beside her. They are standing in a field of flowers. Written on the front is, "Hello Rosa, Is this not a pretty picture". Correspondence on the back reads, " Dear Rosa Louise, how are you? I would love to see you. Do you ever think of Ada and Ida; I wonder. Baby Dorothy Erler was here yesterday don't you want to see her? be a good girl; and come see us. Ida M. Reed". It is addressed to Miss Rosa Dill, Paris, Texas, No. 527 S. 18th St. It is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla. on Jul 3, 1908.
Easter Joys be thine Postcard
Color postcard depicting a branch with pink and white flowers across it and the words, "Easter Joys be thine" at the bottom. A gold border surrounds the picture. There is no correspondence on the back.
[Girl on Bench with Pigeons]
Color postcard depicting a little girl seated on a bench outside a cottage holding a pigeon. Three other pigeons are nearby. The cottage has a small window with green shutters on it. Correspondence on the back reads, "8/17/1908. From Mrs. Tondreau, So Omaha, Neb. R.R. #3". It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 527 S. 18th St. Paris, Texas. It is postmarked Omaha, Neb. on Aug 19, 1908.
[Car Made of Flowers]
Embossed color postcard depicting an automobile made from blue and pink flowers, even the wheels. Correspondence on the back reads, "Dear Doll Baby, Sorry to hear you are sick but hope you are better. 'Eiloo' has been sick in bed and just able to sit up. We will see what we can do for you in the way of rooms. Sorry you won't be with us. Lovingly, M. Erler". It is addressed to Miss Rosa L. Dill, 628 Chickasha St., Chickasha, Okla. It is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla. on Mar 9, 1908.
Christmas Greetings
Color postcard depicting a small Christmas Elf, dressed in red, standing by a sprig of holly. Printed on the card is, " Christmas Greetings. Your very sweetest Christmas dreams, If they should all come true, Could not bring more happiness, Than I hope for you." Correspondence on the back reads, "Merry Xmas and Happy New Year from Mrs. Monroe." It is addressed to Mrs. Earl Dill, Denison St., Paris, Texas. It is postmarked El Paso, Texas in Dec 21, 1915.
Hot Springs, Ark.
Color postcard with views of Hot Springs, Arkansas. One view shows Government Lake on Whittington Avenue and the other Central Avenue. A U.S. emblem with an eagle is on the card. On the back is a picture of the entrance to the U.S. Reservation Hot Springs, Ark. Under the picture is written, "Crystal Grotto, Hot Springs, Ark. Reservation Exhibit, U.S. Government Building, World's Fair, St. Louis". There is no correspondence on the card.
[Woman in a Hat]
Postcard with a photographic portrait of a woman in a large hat. The hat has flowers on it and her dress has a lace collar. There is no correspondence on the back of the card.
Theodore Roosevelt, Excursion Steamer, Chicago, Ill.
Color postcard depicting the Theodore Roosevelt, Excursion Steamer in Chicago, Illinois. It is on Lake Michigan near some Chicago warehouses. Written in pencil on the front of the card is, "8/28/08- This is the boat we crossed the lake in. Correspondence on the back reads, "Hello Sis& Hes - am still here but will leave tomorrow (Sat) night or Sun. morn. am still having a good time but everybody is run down but me, so we will rest tomorrow. Lovingly, Rosa". It is addressed to Mrs. E. A. Dill, P.O. Box 838, Oklahoma City, Okla.
["Red Riding Hood" Cat]
Color postcard of a cat in a Red Riding Hood costume. Correspondence on the back reads, " Hello! Rosa Louise Your Baboo Dorothy K." It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 527 S. 18th St., Paris, Texas. It is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla on Jan 13, 1908.
[Cat in a Basket of Hay]
Color postcard depicting a gray cat in a basket containing hay and a blue blanket. Written on the Card is "On the Alert'". There is no correspondence on the back.
ALICE
Monotone postcard with the word ALICE across the front. Within the letters of the word are faces of women. Written at the bottom of the front of the card, " From your sis who is having a time in Chicago". Correspondence on the back reads," My dear Sis:- I am still having 'Time of my life' but am getting anxious to hear from somebody. Especially as I left Pap not well. Had one letter from Hattie. We went to Jackson park last night and walked about 1 1/2 miles on the lake front - my it was grand. Rosa". It is addressed to Mrs. E.A. Dill, P.O. Box 838, Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Chicago, Ill. on Aug 25, 1908.
The Little Hayseeds, Their First Trolley Ride
Color postcard depicting riders on a trolley car: a driver in a uniform, a girl with blonde pigtails, and a person in a raincoat with an umbrella. Printed on the card, " The Little Hayseeds, Their First Trolley Ride" and handwritten is, " Nene's mother thought her shoes were so pretty" Correspondence on the back reads, "Dear [ ]. Nene got home all right. It is so hot today but looks like rain. Mama has been sick & so has Nene's Aunt. Nene will write to you when she has time to sool off. Tell Pappa hello! Yours, Nene".
[Flowers and Birds Postcard]
Embossed color postcard depicting birds and flowers imprinted, "With True Affection" on the front. Correspondence reads, "Dear Doll Baby Tell your Mud my mud will write soon. We have both been sick in bed and had to have the doctor in. am getting all right now. Hope you are all well, Baboo". It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, #628 Chickasha St., Chickasha, Okla. It is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla. on Feb 14, 1908.
[Two Little Boys]
Photograph of two little boys. Written in pencil beneath the photo, "Frederick Lawrence, William [ ]". Correspondence on the back reads, "Dear Little Girlie, I send you a picture of your little cousins. Wish you could come to see them & your old Aunty would like to snatch you up & give you a few kisses. Bring Mama & Aunt Rosa to see me - Aunty. The picture doesn't do the children justice". The card is not addressed or postmarked.
[Baby in a Fur Coat]
Postcard with a photograph in an oval shape of a baby wearing a big fur coat and hat.
[Woman in a Hat]
Postcard with an oval shaped photographic portrait of a woman in a hat. She is wearing a lace dress and has her hair up. Written on the front of the card, "Dear Cousin Alice, hope you are all well will write you soon Bess is in [ ] for a week. Mabel." It is addressed to Mrs. E.A. Dill, 109 W. Park Place, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
[Woman in a Hat with Flowers]
Postcard with an oval-shaped photograph of a woman in a large hat with roses on it. Written on the front of the card, "My Precious Little Darling, Your 'Aunto' wants to see you awfully bad. Will come to see you about the 22nd. Will you be glad to see your 'Aunto' Bye Bye, your Aunto Rosa Bassano." On the back, "Tell mother I'll try and write her tonight. I know I have treated her mean but have been right busy. R" It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, Oklahoma, Okla.
Sweet Little Maid
"Just Girl" series no. 9 color postcard, depicting a woman in a large hat covered in pink flowers with a large bow tying it to her head. A poem on the front of the card reads, "'Sweet little maid with eyes of brown, If I ask your age will you call me down?' 'Oh no,' said she with a glance caressing, 'Dear little man, just keep on guessing.'" It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, c/o Mrs. E.A. Dill, 629 Chickasha Ave, Chickasha, Okla. It is postmarked Paris, Texas on Feb 7, 1908.
[Floral Postcard]
Embossed color postcard with blue flowers and red roses and "Greetings from Oklahoma" written on it in glitter. Correspondence on the back says, "12/30/07 Dear Rosa Louise- Your daddy called yesterday and told us you will not be home for a week. Sorry to learn this. All well. Wishing you a happy New Year. I am your friend, Dorothy Kathryn [ ]" It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 527 S. 18th St. Paris, Texas.
View of Church St. Paris, Tex.
Color postcard depicting a view of Church St. in Paris, Texas. Homes with large front porches line the street. Correspondence on the back reads, " My dear Little Precious, 'Aunto' went to the circus yesterday and sure did wish for her baby to be there. did you go to it up there and how did you like it. Your Aunto who loves you. Rosa B." It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill. 206 East 5th St., Oklahoma City, Okla. The postmark is from Paris, Texas on Oct 26, 1907.
Have a Germ Proof Kiss
Black and white photo on a postcard depicting a silly scene. A young man and a young woman kneel and face each other with opposite ends of a drinking straw in their mouths. At the bottom of the picture is the title "Have a Germ Proof Kiss" They are in front of a curtain with flowers on it and kneeling on an oriental rug. Between them sits two little drums and an American flag. Correspondence on the back reads, " Your letter received. Oh yes, you will have to quit spanking my baby. Perculator, silver - metal and cost $4.00. suppose it is about 2 quts don't know how large. has a cap that goes with it so use on a gas stove." It is addressed to Mrs. E. A. Dill, Oklahoma City, Okla P.O.B 838
The Morning Wash
Postcard depicting a child standing on a stool bending over a lavatory, or wash basin. Correspondence on the back reads, "Will mail this at Monett and you will know I am thus far safe. Wish I had my baby with me but she wouldn't enjoy it. It is wet and cool, rained several times. [ ] Rose" It is addressed to Mrs. E.A. Dill, Oklahoma City, Okla., P.O. Box 838. It is postmarked Danville, Aug 21, 1908.
White Temple, Oklahoma City, Okla.
Color postcard depicting White Temple, a large white classical-style building with columns and a green dome on top. It fills a city block. There is no correspondence on this card.
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