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Notice to Appear

Description: Postcard sent out by the Local Board of Grundy County in Iowa to notify Ejner L. Wind to appear for a physical examination. The front of the postcard gives information about the date of the examination, and also warns Ejner that failure to appear may result in a loss of rights or immediately induct him to imprisonment or military service. On the back of the postcard, there is postage information.
Date: November 18, 1918
Partner: Danish Heritage Preservation Society

L. P. Larsen Home

Description: Postcard of a family home belonging to L. P. Larsen. The photograph was shot from behind a chicken wire fence, and captures a group of people standing on the front porch patio of their two-story home. The house has intersecting gable roofs and an overhang on the first floor supported by slender columns. The first and second floor both have many windows.
Date: 1920/1950
Partner: Danish Heritage Preservation Society

[Palm Tree in Front of a Mexican Presbyterian Church]

Description: Photograph of the side of a Mexican Presbyterian church. There are three long windows and a sign in Spanish that translates to read, "Mexican Presbyterian Church" on the side facing the front of the image. The yard surrounding the building and in the foreground is made up of dirt, and there is a large palm tree at the front. The front entrance of the building, which faces the left-hand side of the image, extends past the main front wall of the church, and has three steps leading up to the doubl… more
Date: unknown
Partner: Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary

[Panoramic View of a Military Regiment in Maryland]

Description: Postcard of a large group of United States army soldiers at a camp in Maryland, possibly Glen Bernie or Laurel. They are all in their military uniform, gathered in multiple rows. Behind them, a series of tall leafless trees can be seen, as well as a single-story structure in the very center at the top of a hill. There is printed text on the front that reads "47 Battalion 23rd Engineers, Glen Bernie, MD. Feb. 1918." There is a black arrow near the top of the image pointing at an individual, id… more
Date: 1918
Creator: Schutz, Frederick A.
Partner: Danish Heritage Preservation Society

[Pastor Rodholm and Family]

Description: Postcard of a family group standing outdoors in front of a bush. The man in the back wearing glasses and the dark suit has been identified as Pastor J. A. M. Rodholm. His wife, Martha Christine Nielsen Rodholm, is standing next to him on the right. She wears a long dress and has her hair pulled in a bun. The girl standing in the front of Pastor Rodholm, his daughter, has been identified as Gudrun Valborg Rodholm. Her brother, Immanuel Benedict Rodholm, is to the right.
Date: 1920/1923
Partner: Danish Heritage Preservation Society

Petersen, Andersen, Andersen, Madsen Homes

Description: Postcard of a composite view of four Danevang homes belonging to four different people. The top left image is a two-story structure with gable roofs and several trees on the front lawn belonging to J. P. Petersen. The top right image is a large two-story structure with a first floor overhang supported by brick columns and an ornate front lawn with different species of plants and bushes. Accompanying information indicates that V. M. Andersen is the owner. The bottom left image is a two-story hou… more
Date: unknown
Partner: Danish Heritage Preservation Society

[Port Arthur parade float]

Description: Postcard of the Miss Port Arthur parade float. The float is shaped like a boat, and there are people dressed in sailor suits aboard it. There are cars driving on the opposite side, and the parade appears to be going down a residential street. The back of the postcard is blank.
Date: 1923
Partner: Museum of the Gulf Coast

[Portrait of Men, Women, and Children]

Description: Postcard of seated and standing men, women, and children outside; possibly the Nygaard family. A few trees are seen in the back and a single-story structure lies just behind these. The woman in the second row on the left-most side has been identified as Anna Nygaard. The young girl below her has been identified as Asta Nygaard. No other names have been provided.
Date: unknown
Partner: Danish Heritage Preservation Society

[Portrait of S. D. Rodholm]

Description: Postcard of a man, identified as S. D. Rodholm, in front of a blank light-colored backdrop. He stands with his hands behind his back wearing a three-piece suit, hat, and small oval glasses. The printed text on the sheet of paper where the photograph was pasted to reads: "S. D. Rodsholm (perhaps a typo; name spelled as 'Rodholm' in other sources) Brother of J. A. M. Rodsholm. Translated famous Danish folk sons. See 'Joy of SONG', (Evening Star). Also the Green Book. b.j. 8-29-2004."
Date: 1920/1923
Partner: Danish Heritage Preservation Society

[Portrait of Sitting Man]

Description: Postcard of a bearded man, possibly Hans Nygaard, wearing a blazer, tie, and waistcoat. He is sitting outside in a wicker chair in front of trees. In the distance, there appears to be a single-story structure. There is hand-written text on the back of the postcard that reads "Ida Nygaard".
Date: unknown
Partner: Danish Heritage Preservation Society

[Postcard: 25th Annual Día de los Muertos]

Description: Postcard that advertises an annual exhibition that was presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum entitled, "25th Annual Día de los Muertos." The front of the postcard features the title of the exhibition, photographs from previous celebrations, and the logo of the Mexic-Arte Museum. The reverse side of the postcard includes information about the celebration, a procession, and a community altar exhibition. The dates, times, registration, and admissions information are included for these events. Postage… more
Date: 2008
Partner: Mexic-Arte Museum

[Postcard: "Animate Inanimate" and "Quietism" Exhibitions]

Description: Postcard of two exhibitions entitled, "Animate Inanimate" and "Quietism". "Animate Inanimate" is an exhibit of object, machines and robots that was constructed using low technology techniques. "Quietism" is an exhibition that addresses the issue of man's non-harmonious relationship with the earth. On the other is information about the location and date of the event and other information.
Date: 1989
Partner: Mexic-Arte Museum

[Postcard: Austin Annual]

Description: Postcard of the announcement of the Austin Annual of 1987. The information included describes that it includes an art exhibition and the location.
Date: 1987
Partner: Mexic-Arte Museum

[Postcard: Austin Annual, 1989]

Description: Postcard advertising the Austin Annual. On one side, it reads "Austin Annual '89" in all capitalized and large letters. On the other side is the date and location of the event.
Date: 1989
Partner: Mexic-Arte Museum

[Postcard: Austin Annual, 1989]

Description: Postcard invitation to Austin Annual. The exhibition was held from September 15th, 1989 to October 21st, 1989 at the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas. A reception was held on September 15th, 1989 at 7 pm.
Date: 1989-09-15/1989-10-21
Creator: Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)
Partner: Mexic-Arte Museum

[Postcard: Brazilian Visual Poetry]

Description: Postcard advertising an exhibit entitled "Brazilian Visual Poetry", which is curated by Regina Vater. The front of the postcard features the title of the exhibition in large red and blue letters. Some of the counter spaces of the letters are filled in with gray, and the word "Visual" is connected to the word "Poetry" through artistic rendering. The front of the postcard also contains a list of fifty-three Hispanic poets that are participating in the exhibition. The names of the better-known poe… more
Date: 2002
Creator: Vater, Regina
Partner: Mexic-Arte Museum

[Postcard: Brotherhood of Light, An Exhibition from El Centro de la Imagen, Mexico City]

Description: Postcard advertising a photography exhibition presented by the Consulate General of Mexico, the Mexican Community Center, and the Mexic-Arte Museum entitled "Cofradía de Luz [Brotherhood of Light], An Exhibition from El Centro de la Imagen, Mexico City". The postcard, which is printed on white transparent paper, features exhibit information including the title, sponsors and their logos, the participants, and the date and time of the event.
Date: 2002
Partner: Mexic-Arte Museum

[Postcard: Cinco de Mayo Celebration]

Description: Postcard that advertises an event for Cinco de Mayo. On one side, artwork by Pio Pulido fills the paper. The phrase "5 May" is drawn in the middle of the paper. The art also features a snake, a person's profile and other items. On the flip side, there is mailing information.
Date: 1988
Partner: Mexic-Arte Museum

[Postcard: Divine Art Auction]

Description: Postcard inviting the recipient to visit an exhibition of divine art to be auctioned at the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas. The Auction Party was held on December 14th, 1996. Divine art to be auctioned included "contemporary & traditional Retablos and Ex-votos," or votive paintings. The front of the postcard, which is blue in color, features a drawing of the Virgin Mary clasping her hands in prayer.
Date: December 14, 1996
Creator: Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)
Partner: Mexic-Arte Museum

[Postcard: Everything's Going to Be Okay, Young Latino Artists Exhibition # 13]

Description: Postcard that advertises an exhibition that was presented by the Mexic-Arte Museum entitled, "Everything's Going to Be Okay, Young Latino Artists Exhibition # 13". The front of the postcard features a typographic illustrated art print by Luis David Contreras II along with the logo of the Mexic-Arte Museum. The reverse side of the postcard includes a paragraph about the exhibition, a list of participating artists, and information about receptions, a members' preview, and a performance. Sponsor a… more
Date: 2008
Partner: Mexic-Arte Museum

[Postcard: Flaco Jimenez Benefit Concert]

Description: Postcard inviting the recipient to attend the album release of Buena Suerte, Señorita by Flaco Jimenez. The concert benefited the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, Texas and was held on May 23rd, 1996. The front of the postcard includes a photograph of a man playing an accordion while standing in front of a train. The man looks up at the sky while a woman leans against the train.
Date: May 23, 1996
Creator: Mexic-Arte Museum (Austin, Tex.)
Partner: Mexic-Arte Museum

[Postcard for A Chest of "Purls", a Fibers Art Exhibition at the Carver Gallery.]

Description: Postcard for the opening exhibition of A Chest of "Purls", a fiber arts show at the Carver Gallery in the Carver Community Cultural Center. The show featured the work of Nettie Jackson Bellinger, Gloria Bryant, Beverly Ann Dudley, and Harriet Kelly. The postcard was sent to Mr and Mrs. C. T. Harris.
Date: September 1990
Creator: Links, Inc. San Antonio Chapter.
Partner: UT San Antonio Libraries Special Collections

[Postcard from Alfred to John J. Herrera - 1966]

Description: Postcard to John J. Herrera postmarked 1966 in Washington D.C. The front of the postcard has a color image of the White House and is identified on the back of the card as "The White House - North Front". The handwritten note on the back of the postcard reads, "Dear John, Having a beautiful visit here. Both Phil and I have been getting around to see quite a few people. Regards, Alfred".
Date: 1966
Location: 38.89698352146878 -77.03651839999998
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library

[Postcard from Bernice to John Herrera - February 14, 1966]

Description: Postcard to John J. Herrera from Bernice, postmarked February 14, 1966, in El Paso, Texas. The front of the postcard features an image of a cavern with stalactites and stalagmites which is identified on the reverse of the card as Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico. The handwritten note on the reverse of the card reads, "Hi, Last card left. Bernice".
Date: February 14, 1966
Location: 32.1192859545979 -104.52922064999996
Partner: Hoston History Research Center at Houston Public Library
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