Rescuing Texas History, 2007 - 468 Matching Results

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["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.
[Easter Greetings]
Postcard with an image of a rabbit holding a heart made of flowers. Below the image is the text, "Easter Greetings." Handwritten is, "#2827 W. Van Buren [ ]." The correspondence on the back of the postcard reads, "Dear Cousin Alice, Will write and tell you about the big boy we have at our house. Mama and he are doing fine. And we have named him after Uncle Alfred. I guess you are all well hoping to hear from you soon. Charles Bassano." The postcard is addressed to Mrs. Alice Dill, 517 High Street, Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Paris, Texas on Apr 8, 1912.
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
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.
[Young Men's Christian Association]
Color postcard with an image of the Young Men's Christian Association building in Paris, Texas. The correspondence reads, "My dear little precious. Auntie is so sorry you are sick hurry and get well. Auto loves you, do you still love Auntie? Loving 'Auntie' Rosa Bassano." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 206 E. 5th Street, Oklahoma, Okla. It is postmarked Monett & Paris on Oct 17, 1907.
[Girl and Keg]
Photo postcard of a little girl in a cloak standing on a table next to a keg of some sort. She holds something that looks like a turnip in her hand. Printed on the card is, "Gruss aus Munchen!" Handwritten on the front is "Dorothy Ha"
[Butcher Shop]
Humorous color postcard with a drawing depicting a woman standing in a butcher shop with a package in her hands. Music and lyrics at the bottom of the card read, "Take back the heart"
Merry Makers
Black and white photo postcard picturing three fluffy kittens. Two of them sit in a pot made from tree bark. "Merry Makers" is written on the card beneath them. It is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 205 East 5th, Okla Cy, Okla. it is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla. on May 12, 1907
[Postcard of Sabine River at Orange, Texas]
Postcard depicting a scene on the Sabine River at Orange, Texas. Many boats full of passengers are sailing along the river at sunset. Correspondence on the back reads, "I was fishing in this river. It sure was great sport. Well how is everyone in Reading. Out here it is warm weather every tree and the grass is green. I am stopping at the New Holland State. Orange, Texas. Sis." It is addressed to Mr. Jacob Sell, 1226 Elm St., Reading, Pa. It is postmarked Orange, Texas on Feb 23, 1921.
[River Front, Orange, Texas]
Color postcard depicting the river front in Orange, Texas. Businesses line the shore and a boat is heading in towards the town. Correspondence on the back reads, "How are all at your house. We like our new home fine. go fishing and have fine luck - come over and go along. When are you going to your sisters - are you still busy on Fridays. love to all- Hattie C." It is addressed to Mrs. Hall, Jennings, La.
Sherwood Inn, Fortress Monroe, Va.
Photo postcard of the Sherwood Inn of Fortress Monroe, Virginia. The four-story building is on a street corner. It has a front porch with a balcony above it, a round turret on its left, many brick chimneys, and awnings on the windows. Handwritten on the front, "9-21-07. Home ain't nothing like this - C.F.C." It is addressed to Miss Rosa Bassano, S. Mill St., Paris, Tex. It is postmarked Fortress Monreo, Va. on Sept 21, 1907.
[Rainbow & Veteran's Memorial Bridges]
Color photo postcard picturing the new Veteran's Memorial Bridge in front of the older Rainbow Bridge. These bridges connect Bridge City and Port Arthur, Texas over the Neches River. Written on the back of the card, "Twin bridges span the Neches River connecting Bridg City & Port Arthur. The cable-stayed Veteran's Memorial Bridge was dedicated on Sept. 8, 1990, 52 years after the Rainbow Bridge. The clearance of the new bridge is 143 feet; the old bridge is 176 feet." It is postmarked Bridge City, Texas on Sept 8, 1990.
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.
[Grande Courts]
Color photo postcard picturing the Grande Courts Motor Inn of Orange, Texas. There are automobiles parked along the front near the Highway. The description on the back of the postcard reads, "Grande Courts, Hi-way 90, West of Orange, Texas. 35 Modern Units. Telephone in every room. Good Food. Cafe open 24 hours, Fan in each room. Finest service."
[Friday]
Color postcard with an image of a young girl in a red dress cleaning. The girl is sweeping with a broom and there is a bucket of water at her feet. Below the image is the text, "Friday" and handwritten is, "From Dorothy Katheryne Erler." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 527 S 18th St., Paris, Tex.
[Monday]
Color postcard with an image of a young girl in a red dress doing laundry. Below the image is the text, "Monday" and handwritten is, "From Dorothy Katheryne Erler." The correspondence on the back of the postcard reads, "Mrs. Dill: The Miss Reed wish to know when you will return so that they may have things in readiness. With love, Mrs. Erler." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 527 S. 18th St, Paris, Texas. It is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla. on Jul 3, 1907.
[Saturday]
Color postcard with an image of young girl in a red dress holding a basket filled with food in one hand a umbrella in the other hand. Below the image is the text, "Saturday" and handwritten is "From Dorothy Katheryne Erler." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 527 S 18th St, Paris, Texas.
[Sunday]
Color postcard with an image of a young girl in a red dress holding a book in one hand and a parasol in the other hand. Below the image is the text, "Sunday" and handwritten on the front of the postcard is, "From Dorothy Katheryne Erler." Handwritten on the back of the postcard is, "all well Sall." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 527 S. 18th St, Paris, Tex. It is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla. on Jul 3, 1907.
[Thursday]
Color postcard with an image of a young girl in a red dress cooking. Below the image is the text, "Thursday" and handwritten is, "From Dorothy Katheryne Erler." The correspondence on the back reads, "July 4, 1907 Very hot to-day skating on the river is very fine right now, Lou." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 527 S 18th, Paris, Texas. It is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla. July 4, 1907.
[To One I Love]
Color postcard with an image of a house surrounded by a wreath of flowers. Below the image is the text, "To one I love" and handwritten is, "From Dorothy Katheryne Erler." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 527 S 18th St, Paris, Tex. It is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla. on Apr 7, 1907.
[Tuesday]
Color postcard with an image of a young girl in a red dress ironing laundry. Below the image is the text, "Tuesday" and handwritten is, "From Dorothy Katheryne Erler." On the back of the postcard the correspondence reads, "7/3/07 Okla City Okla. Had a very frost last night Crops are ruined Yrs lovingly Sall." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, Paris, Texas. It is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla. on Jul 3, 1907.
[Wednesday]
Color postcard with an image of a young girl in a red dress sewing a garment by hand. She is sitting in a rocking chair next to a doll in a cradle. Below the image is the text, "Wednesday" and handwritten is, "From Dorothy Katheryne Erler." On the back of the postcard the correspondence reads, "How is the weeny whitty bitty baby? Doing a great of shyppen? Sall." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 527 S 18th St, Paris, Texas. It is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla. on Jul 4, 1907.
[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.
[Palestine - Jacksonville Highway]
Postcard of the highway going from Jacksonville to Palestine. This highway is now U.S. 79
[City Hall]
Photo postcard picturing the front of the City Hall building in Orange, Texas. It is a two-story brick building with ivy covering the walls. There are three arches over the entryways.
[High School, Orange Texas]
Photo postcard picturing the high school in Orange, Texas. There are palm trees in the foreground.
[Main Business District in Orange, Texas]
Postcard depicting the main business district in Orange, Texas in the 1940s.
[Postcard of South's Tallest Highway Bridge]
Postcard of the bridge crossing the Neches River between Orange and Port Arthur, Texas. It is named the Rainbow Bridge. A ship passes under the bridge in the picture.
Freighter on Sabine River, Orange, Texas
Photographic postcard picturing a freighter ship on the Sabine River in Orange, Texas. Along the river bank are docks and a large tree with Spanish moss hanging from its branches.
[The Attack]
Color postcard with an image of a child holding her doll as a dog tries to pull it away from her. Below the image is the text, "THE ATTACK". Handwritten on the front of the postcard is, "1. Hy Jack and Her. 4/29/07 Anto." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill 206 East 5th Street Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Monett & Paris on Apr 29.
[The Victory]
Color postcard with an image of a dog tearing apart a little girl's doll as the little girl cries in the background. Beneath the image is the text, "THE VICTORY." Handwritten on the front of the postcard is "2. Anto Rosa 4/29/07" and by the image of the little girl is handwritten "Don't cry." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 206 E. 5th Street, Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Monett & Paris on Apr 29.
[Chief Little Wound in Council]
Color postcard with an image of Chief Little Wound in council with sub. chiefs and noted Sioux warriors. Handwritten on the front of the postcard is, "Precious let me know quick if you can start on the 30th. Your Aunt Rosa. Me 'lober oo'. 'oo lober me'?" The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 206 East 5th Street, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. It is postmarked Monett & Paris on Mar 15, 1907.
[I Feel So Bad]
Color postcard with an image of a young girl crying because of her broken doll. Below the image is the text, "I feel so bad." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 206 E. 5, Okla City. It is postmarked Kansas City, MO on Sep 3, 1907.
[Good Morning]
Color postcard with an image of a young girl greeting a baby. Above the image is the text, "Good Morning." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 206 East 5, Okla. City. It is postmarked Omaha, Nebr on Sep 6, 1907.
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".
[Man sitting on a fence]
Color postcard depicting a man sitting on a high picket fence above a little bull dog and his hat on the ground. Pasted to the card is a round object resembling a basketball or football with "Water Mullin, don't touch me" written on it. It is addressed to Mr. Earl Dill, 206 East 5th Okla. City. It is postmarked Omaha, Neb. on Oct 6, 1907.
[Levingston Shipyards]
Color postcard with photograph of the Levingston Shipyards in Orange, Texas. This was on Levingston Island near the Orange river front.
To The Old Girl
Color postcard depicting an old woman in a green hat with a red feather, with white curled hair and glasses. Printed below the picture, "To the Old Girl. You've knocked ten years from off your age; Gee whiz, but you're old as the hills. You've taken three carloads of lotions. and spent a young fortune on pills." Handwritten on the front, "This is not so much your case as some married woman I know. You sure take one back about [ ] with a line this well. Alice." It is addressed to Miss Rosa Bassano, 527 S. 18th St.. Paris, Tex. It is postmarked Oklahoma, Okla on Aug 2, 1907.
[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.
[First Methodist Church in Orange, Texas]
Photographic postcard picturing the First Methodist Church in Orange, Texas. It is a large brick Gothic structure that was completed in 1921. It is located at 502 Sixth Street.
[Just a Line or Two]
Color postcard with an image of two young children fishing in a creek. Below the image is the text, "Just a line or two" and handwritten is, "from your Mud." The correspondence on the back reads, "My Precious I hope you will always be as happy as you are now. is the wish of your mother. Sept 20th/07."
[Country Road]
Color postcard with an image of a dirt road in the countryside. Below the image is the text, "Country Road." The correspondence on the back of the postcard reads, "Having a nice time, plenty of checkers etc. Will be home Sunday next. Hope you are having a nice time. Hello Mr & Mrs A.S.D. Erloo." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, Glynnewood St., c/o Mr. A.S. Roberts. It is postmarked Quincy, Ill. on Sep 4, 1907.
Heartiest Congratulations
Embossed color postcard depicting a girl driving an automobile decorated with flowers. She holds an envelope in her hand with a heart on it. Correspondence on the back reads, "Dear Diddleday, I rec your card this is for my little sweetheart. We are well hope you are the same. Lovingly, Milton Weber." It is addressed to Mrs. E.A. Dill, 417 High Street, Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Temple, Texas on Jan 16, 1909.
A Happy Christmas to You - Bideford
Postcard created from a painting of Bideford by H.B. Wimbush. It pictures a river, a town and a bridge. Description on the back reads, "Bideford. Here from the steep green hill behind the town, Bideford is seen to best advantage, The whole width of the River Torridge, on whose western bank Bideford stands, is clearly seen, and the fourteenth century bridge across it, of 24 pointed arches and a total span of 741 feet, is manifest as a delightful promenade. The church tower visibly is old, but the rest of the building is modern." Correspondence reads, "Thank you for the letter. C.W. B." It is addressed to Miss Rosa Bassano, Paris, Texas. U.S. The postmark is from Old Hilldale, Staffordshire (England) on De 13, 06.
A Happy Christmas to You - Bishop's Tawton
Postcard created from a painting of Bishop's Tawton by H.B. Wimbush. It pictures a road passing theough a village. Description on the back reads, "Bishop's Tawton. This pretty little village is reputed to have been a former seat of the Bishops of Devonshire, whose picturesque church, shown here, has some fine monuments and a very striking belfry screen. Behind it rises Coddon Hill(630 feet high), from whicha fine view may be had. Barnstaple proper lies two miles further on." Correspondence reads, "With best wishes C.W.B." It is addressed to Miss Rosa Bassano, Paris, Lamar Co., Texas. U.S. The postmark is from Paris, Texas on Dec. 25, 1906.
[The Adolphus Hotel, Dallas]
Color postcard with an image of the Adolphus Hotel in Dallas. The correspondence reads, "My Sweet Baby- Mother sure did miss you last night- but I know you were all right with Auntie and Uncle. be good and keep well. We are in Dallas now will will be on our way in a little while to go to Marlin and I will either write you from Waco or when we get to Marlin- it's awful cold here this morning - Love to you all three. Loving Y- Mud." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa S. Dill, c/o "Moter Inn", R,D. Stean Co, Paris, Texas. It is postmarked Dallas, Texas on Feb 20, 1918.
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.
[Anderson School in Orange, Texas]
Color postcard depicting the Anderson School in Orange, Texas. It is a two-story brick building with a dome on top. Three African American children stand in front of the school. Correspondence on the back reads, "I'm sorry you've been missing Sunday School. Hope to see you there this Sunday. Bring Carrol with you. Lovingly yours, Mrs. McDaniel" It is addressed to Mr. Bess Lyons, Orange, Texas. The postmark reads, Orange, Texas on July 8, 1914.
[Anheuser Busch Plant in St. Louis, Missouri]
Picture of the principal buildings of Anheuser Busch Brewing Association in St. Louis, Missouri. These are in a large complex of red brick buildings some with towers and some with smokestacks.
[Army and Navy Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas]
Black and white photo postcard picturing the Army and Navy Hospital grounds in Hot Springs, Arkansas. It shows the driveway leading to the hospital with a small park on the right. Printed on the card, "U.S. Reservation Mountain Drive entering Army and Navy Hospital Grounds, Hot Springs, Ark." It is addressed to Miss Rosa Bassano, Paris, Tex., P.O. Box 43. It is postmarked Texarkana, Ark-Tex on May 18, 1906.
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