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[Postcard from L. H. Woods to George Pendexter, October 13, 1910]
Postcard from L. H. Woods to George Pendexter wishing for more cards to be sent showing "auto fire apparatus." The photograph on the reverse side of the card shows a large cloud of smoke coming off of a large building that has been burned. The building on the left has had its roof destroyed and some portions of its wall collapsed; the building in the foreground has had its walls damaged and roof destroyed as well.
Date:
October 13, 1910
Creator:
Woods, L. H.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of High School in Kenedy, Texas]
Postcard of a photograph of large, four-story building with windows along each floor, a small tower at the top of the roof, several chimneys, and an arched front entrance. Text at the bottom of the postcard identifies the building as a high school in Kenedy, Texas. There is handwritten text on the other side of the postcard to Mr. Leslie Boone in San Marcos, Texas from his mother.
Date:
1911-11-13~
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard Addressed to Mamie Collins, February 13, 1909]
Valentine's Day postcard addressed to Mamie Collins in Waco, Texas with an illustration of a girl dressed in a flowery outfit and the caption "My Heart's Gift" printed to the right of her. Other decorations on the card include, bows, flowers, ribbons, etc.
Date:
February 13, 1909
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard from Mayme Bahl to Mrs. Elmer Wheatly, August 13, 1910]
Postcard from Mayme Bahl to Mrs. Elmer Wheatly with a photograph of herself on the front side of the card in which she is wearing a large hat and dress. There is a note from Bahl on the reverse side of the card that reads: "Isn't this awful I just want you to see how good looking I'm getting I really don't look as bad."
Date:
August 13, 1910
Creator:
Bahl, Mary Florence
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard Series, Part 3: Temptation]
Postcard from Rose Collins to Harry Bahl, concerning accidents taking place at her house in Nebraska. The photograph on the card shows a man peaking under a woman's umbrella. This card is the third card in a set of six sent by Rose to Harry and is entitled "Temptation." The back of the card has a note that reads: "had several minor mishaps, such as stepping on the baby and knocking her down occasionally and about taking the wheel off her go-cart."
Date:
July 13, 1910
Creator:
Collins, Rose
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Fire at Night]
Postcard of a large fire at night. The caption on the image reads, "Night View: C. L. Perkins No 5 on Fire 9-13-1919 Flowin 4000 BBLS Oil & 10,000,000 Ft Gas Ranger, TEX."
Date:
September 13, 1919
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard from Pittman & Davis to D. W. Kempner, November 13, 1950]
Postcard from Pittman & Davis to D. W. Kempner thanking him for his order of Tip O' Tex citrus fruit.
Date:
November 13, 1950
Creator:
Pittman & Davis
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Woman Looking at Locket]
Postcard of a brown haired woman wearing a brown and cream colored dress looking inside an open locket. The scene is described as "The Old Miniature." The letter on the back of the postcard reads, "Do I know you? I think I should, judging from the number of times Jim has spoken to me of you. We spent yesterday in Calvert - am very sorry I could not make Beaumont a short visit this summer. Clem." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mammie McFaddin, 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date:
September 13, 1910
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Puppy]
Postcard of a drawn puppy sitting on its hindquarters with a short message reading, "I wish I had a sweetheart." The letter on the front and back of the postcard is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Beaumont, Texas. 1906 McFaddin Ave."
Date:
September 13, 1910
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Period Hotel]
Postcard of a two story white house with a green roof, described as "Period Hotel and Annex, Mineral Wells, Texas." The message on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie L. McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date:
February 13, 1919
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Swiss Coastal Town]
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
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Street Scene in Byran]
Postcard of a two story house with fenced front porch and sparse yard, described as "Street Scene, Bryan, Tex." The letter on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date:
August 13, 1911
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Three Cherub Angels Holding a Basket of Hearts]
Postcard of three winged children with blonde curled hair and pastel robes. One angel holds a basket of red hearts and holds one aloft in their hand. Below the picture, "My offering to thee" is typed. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin McFaddin Ave. City."
Date:
February 13, 1909
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of a Boy Hugging a Young Girl]
Postcard of a blonde boy wearing a red outfit embracing a girl with a fur coat from behind, while a brown dog sits beside them. The words "I Adore You," are typed on the card. On the back, the picture continues with the boy and dog alone, the dog saying, "Not yet, but soon." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin McFaddin Ave. City."
Date:
February 13, 1909
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Steamship from Hamburg-Amerika Linie]
Postcard of three boats near the large steamship described as part of the "Hamburg-Amerika Linie." The letter on the postcard reads, "Beautiful scenery all the way out, "water." In sight of land now, and maybe I'm not glad to see it. Suppose I will stagger a while from the motion of the ship. People may think I drink. Sincerely, F. D. Dickman." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas, USA."
Date:
January 13, 1913
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard of Jamestown Steamer From Norfolk & Wahsington Line]
Postcard of a ship as seen from the side with three levels, many flags including two American flags, and a large black steam column. "With love from Leonora," is written below the picture. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1141 3rd Beaumont Texas."
Date:
September 13, 1907
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Southern Fern Growers, Inc. to D. W. Kempner, September 13, 1949]
Letter from Southern Fern Growers, Inc. to D. W. Kempner thanking him for his fern order and letting him know it should arrive the same day the card will.
Date:
September 13, 1949
Creator:
Southern Fern Growers, Inc.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard from I. H. Weiner to C. C. Cox, March 13, 1897]
Postcard from lawyer I. H. Weiner to C. C. Cox about some money owed.
Date:
March 13, 1897
Creator:
Weiner, I. H.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Sid Peterson Memorial Hospital]
Postcard of Sid Peterson Memorial Hospital in Kerrville, Texas. The image is an illustration of a modern, six-story hospital building with a road and cars in front of the building. "Sid Peterson Memorial Hospital, Kerrville, Texas" is printed across the top of the image. The back of the postcard has information about the hospital printed, "A Non-Profit Institute serving the entire hill country. Erected in 1949 by the Peterson Family in Memory of their Father." and correspondence addressed to "Mrs. C.M. Ervin."
Date:
November 13, 1950
Creator:
unknown
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard from Dick Neuley to Truett Latimer, May 13, 1955]
Postcard from Dick Neuley to Truett Latimer which reads, "This is a letter which I have sent to Sen. Ratliff which is self-explanatory".
Date:
May 13, 1955
Creator:
Neuley, Dick
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard from Ester Read to Truett Latimer, January 13, 1957]
Postcard from Ester Read to Truett Latimer asking him to support the Abilene State Hospital's budget in the legislature, the enactment of a 40-hour work week, and a raise in travel expenses for state employees.
Date:
January 13, 1957
Creator:
Read, Ester
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard from Paul Robinson to Truett Latimer, March 13, 1957]
Postcard from barber Paul Robinson to Texas State Representative Truett Latimer asking him to support HB 191, a "barber bill."
Date:
March 13, 1957
Creator:
Robinson, Paul
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard from Verdie M. Van Cleave to Truett Latimer, December 13, 1956]
Postcard from Vernie M. Van Cleave to Truett Latimer asking him to support raises and shorter hours for state employees.
Date:
December 13, 1956
Creator:
Van Cleave, Verdie M.
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Postcard from J. C. Haller to Truett Latimer, July 13, 1961]
Postcard from J. C. Haller to Truett Latimer asking him to oppose a bill that would allow dentists from the army and other states to practice in Texas.
Date:
July 13, 1961
Creator:
Haller, J. C.
System:
The Portal to Texas History