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[Postcard of Virginia Beach]

Description: Postcard of a crowded beach with yellow and blue umbrellas set on the beach, further described as "Aerial view looking south. Many bathers can be seen on the beach enjoying the sun and surf." The message on the back reads, "Mamie - dear -Have just had the nice long lack with you and promised to send you our Va. Beach address - so here tis - 7604 - Ocean Front Virginia Beach - Virginia, 23451 Phone: (804) 428-5583 - The picture on the front of card shows you what a wide, lovely beach we have - o… more
Date: August 25, 1981
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard from Ralph, Helen, and Daris to Mrs. Minnie Owens, August 12, 1952]

Description: Postcard from Ralph, Helen, and Daris to Mrs. Minnie Owens, discussing their travels, including visiting a cave, seeing some friends in San Antonio, and their plans to stay in Kerrville until Sunday. The front of the postcard features a photograph of a large cavern with high-ceilings and a pit in the center of the ground. The cave is illuminated by lights placed among the rocks and rock formations. At the back of the cave, nestled in a crevice high up the rock wall, a cross shines brightly. The… more
Date: August 12, 1952
Partner: Patrick Heath Public Library

[Postcard to John Knight, August 5, 1950]

Description: Postcard to John Knight from his "Papa," who is writing to say he arrived at a location on time. The front of the postcard features a photograph of a train engine and a long line of railroad cars on the tracks. Behind the train, a train depot house is barely visible. Two men stand to the right of the cars, while another man stands on the engine with his hand on his hip.
Date: August 5, 1950
Partner: Patrick Heath Public Library

[Postcard of Bear and Cub]

Description: Postcard of two bears around a tree trunk, one an adult and the other a young cub. The back of the postcard describes them with this, "Learning Table Manners All varieties of Bears - black, brown, cinnamon and grizzly inhabit the Rockies and are not only inoffensive if not molested but are very human and entertaining." The message on the back reads, "Dear Aunt Mamie, Hope you and Uncle Doug are feeling better. I meant to write you sooner but have not had a chance. Your neice Northcall."
Date: August 8, 1946
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Bear Lake]

Description: Postcard of a still lake with pine trees lining the shore at the base of a mountain range, described as "Bear Lake (Alt. 9,550 Ft.) Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. Long's Peak (Alt. 14,255 Ft.) and Glacier Gorge in Background." The message on the back reads, "Dear Aunt Mamie I have picked up this pen to tell you that we are having a wonderful time. Wish you were with us your loving niece, Northcall." The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Mamie Ward 1906 McFaddin Beaumont, Texas."
Date: August 6, 1946
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of T.J.S. Caldwell in Sailor Uniform]

Description: Postcard of T.J.S. (Ted) Caldwell wearing a sailor uniform and standing near a sidewalk, with a street and building in the background. A handwritten note on the back addressed to Mrs. Ida in Beaumont, TX from Camp MacDonough in Plattsuburgh, NY says "Dear Aunt Ida, I wear a little different uniform now but this picture is very good. I hope you like it. When are you coming to Huntington? I hope to be there around the 25 of Aug. I would love to see you if you are going to be there. All my love to… more
Date: August 6, 1944
Creator: Caldwell, T.J.S.
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard to Mrs. E. Lasker, August 27, 1941]

Description: Postcard to Mrs. E. Lasker, discussing the sender's sickness. The front of the postcard features a colored illustration of the front of a white, two-story plantation-style house with a red roof and green window shutters. There are several trees of varying size lining the front of the building, and there is an automobile parked in the large front drive.
Date: August 27, 1941
Location: 32.721270 -97.337916
Partner: Patrick Heath Public Library

[Postcard of Old England Hotel]

Description: Postcard of a large four story estate near the water described as the "Old England (Lake) Hotel, Windmere." The message on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Chase W. Walls."
Date: August 26, 1938
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Palace Torquay]

Description: Postcard of a large four story building with a fountain in the front, described as "The Finest Hotel on the English Coast, "Palace" Torquay." The message on the back reads, "Spent the night." The postcard's address is crossed out.
Date: August 8, 1938
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of King's Closet]

Description: Postcard of a room decorated with golden framed portraits and landscapes, a white fireplace, and crystal chandelier. The back of the postcard adds, "King's Closet. This room is used as the Queen's Dressing Room when the suite is occupied. The walls are covered with silk damask of biscuit color, and the furniture is upholstered in English embroidery." The message on the back reads, "A lovely day with Mrs. McFadden and Mrs. Ward." The postcard is addressed to "Ida Marie Bunting 56 Marshal St. Bro… more
Date: August 1938
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Bath House and Pool at Agua Caliente]

Description: Postcard of a group of people in suits and five swimmers near the brightly tiled edge of the pool, described as "Bath House and Pool, Agua Caliente, Mexico." The message on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carroll E. Ward Texas Ice Co. Beaumont, Texas, U. S. A."
Date: August 31, 1934
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Hotel Westward Ho]

Description: Postcard of the Westward Ho Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona behind the palm treeline. A note on the face of the postcard reads, "Spent the night in air cooled hotel and leave at 4 A. M. for San Diego. Arriving there soon all well at home Mamie." The message on the back reads, "Come from Safford to here this morning arrive here at 1 o'clock over a gorgeous drive. Huge these mountains. We are in air cooled hotel until six this afternoon. We're driving to Yuma arriving about 11 or 12 tonight - miss me."… more
Date: August 28, 1934
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Fritz Hotel in Junction]

Description: Postcard of a two story building with two cars parked in front. The scene is described as "High in the Hills - Elevation 2180 Feet Above Sea Fritz Hotel, Junction, Texas." The author adds, "This is where we spent night." The message on the back reads, "Arrived here about 8 last night after a hat ride spent 1 1/2 hours in Austin with Mrs. Bishopp + had a picture first persons we saw when arriving here was Crowley Butler + Ray Britton - but along fine yesterday. Miss you lots - Love Mamie." The p… more
Date: August 27, 1934
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Map of Mountain Trails]

Description: Postcard of a map of trails between a small town and multiple mountain peaks. The message on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carroll E. Ward 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas, U. S. A."
Date: August 15, 1933
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Swiss Coastal Town]

Description: Postcard of multistory complexes lining the coast with a Swiss flag flying on the roof of one. The message on the back of the postcard is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFlvard 1906 McFaddin, Beaumont, Texas, U. S. A."
Date: August 13, 1933
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Town Near Bridge Crossing Canal]

Description: Postcard of a town near a stone bridge crossing a wide canal. The message on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carrol E. Ward 1906 McFaddin Beaumont, Texas, U. S. A."
Date: August 11, 1933
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Man Sitting With Religious Pottery]

Description: Postcard of a man sitting on a bench near a table with a green pitcher with the crucifixion of Jesus Christ painted below the mouth. The message on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carroll E. Ward 1906 McFaddin Beaumont, Texas, U. S. A."
Date: August 10, 1933
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of a Small Town at the Base of a Mountain]

Description: Postcard of a small town near a winding river with a mountain in the background. The message on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carrol E. Ward 1906 McFaddin Beaumont, Texas, U. S. A."
Date: August 9, 1933
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Crowded Beach]

Description: Postcard of five boats near a crowded beach. The message on the back reads, "This is where we disembarked. A regular Atlantic City. Very wonderful and lovely. I had a very serious experience finding my baggage, but that is the worst - Love Mochie." The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carrol E. Ward 1906 McFaddin Beaumont, Texas, U. S. A."
Date: August 7, 1933
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Ship "Carinthia"]

Description: Postcard of a black, red, and white ship christened "Carinthia." The message on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carroll E. Ward 1906 McFaddin Beaumont, Texas, U. S. A."
Date: August 4, 1933
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Grove Park Inn]

Description: Postcard of a three story stone building with an orange roof and trees in bloom on the hill the building is built on. The scene is described as " "Springtime," Grove Park Inn, Asheville, N. C." The message on the back is illegible.
Date: August 23, 1929
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Rougemont Hotel]

Description: Postcard of a four story building fenced and gated, described as "Under the same Management: The Royal Hotel, Teignmouth, Sunny South Devon. Rougemont Hotel, Exeter, Devon."
Date: August 20, 1928
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard from Lena to Mrs. E. F. Kneupper, August 8, 1920]

Description: Postcard from Lena to her sister, Mrs. E. F. Kneupper, letting her know she returned home safely from her trip. The front of the postcard features a photograph of the Kronkosky residence in Boerne, Texas. The house is a three-story, light-colored stone building with a balcony on the third floor. Two houses sit on either side of the Kronkosky residence - the one on the left is about the same size, while the one on the right is much smaller. The houses sit on a hill with a steep decline, leading … more
Date: August 8, 1920
Partner: Patrick Heath Public Library
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