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[Postcard of Pittsburgh From Washington Heights]

Postcard of an aerial view of three sections of a city, divided by two branches of a river and connected by bridges. The bottom of the picture describes it as "Partial view of Pittsburgh u.Allegheny, from Washington Heights." Written below by the sender. "Dear Mamie, How are you? Are you glad to get home? Helen." On the back, the address is written as "Miss Mamie McFaddin Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 9, 1905
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Houston Cotton Barge]

Postcard of a wooden barge christened as "Houston," bearing bales of cotton on the Buffalo Bayou. The bottom edge describes the scene as "Loading Cotton Barge on Buffalo Bayou. Houston, Texas." The letter on the same edge reads, "Hello Mamie, Will be home Thurs. With Love Sia." The back of the postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1316 Calder Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 11, 1906
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Man and Woman in Field]

Postcard of a man wearing a red tunic, dark pants and hat, and white tunic standing in a field with a woman in a red dress and red hat wearing a white apron. Both of their heads are bowed in prayer, a basket sitting on the ground between them, with a laden wooden wheelbarrow set beside the woman and a pitchfork stuck in the ground beside the man. The letter written on the horizon reads as follows, "My dear Mamie, Did you get home safe? My address is 1225 E. Ave. Huntington. Good bye." The postcard is addressed to Mamie McFaddin 1316 Calder Ave. Beaumont Texas."
Date: September 13, 1906
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Altamont and Shelly Arms Hotels at Fort Thomas, KY]

Postcard of two separate red buildings with grey roofing and an American flag flying from a pole. The letter on the back of the postcard reads, "May go to Cheder park tomorrow Dear Holy, This is the place my uncle + aunt live, although it does not do it justice. Went to coney last night. To town today saw labor day parade. - Heine." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Third Avenue Huntington W. Va. Care Mr. J. L. Caldwell."
Date: September 4, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Shooting the Chutes at Coney Island]

Postcard of a yellow pier with a white sign reading "Shoot the Chutes 5c." Four men, three boys, and a girl stand on the docks while two full boats are on the water. On the back of the postcard, a letter reads as follows, "Shelley Arms - Fort Thomas - S. Kentucky Dear Holy: We went on this thing the other day - it took my breath. It looks so much like it. Saw your mother and grandma today in front of Roger's and Miss Mary Parsons and Mother. Sincerely, Heine." The postcard is addressed to, "Miss Mamie McFaddin 3rd Ave. Huntington, W. Va. to J. L. Caldwell."
Date: September 5, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Country Club in Cincinnati]

Postcard of a two story building with a red roof, described as "Country Club." The letter reads, "Dear Holy: This is a dandy place. It is the largest. We are going to the pool this afternoon. Went to the Columbia theatre yesterday - Heine." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Huntington, W. Va. Third Ave Care Mr. Caldwell."
Date: September 6, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Lynnhaven Inlet]

Postcard of a still body of water where a man standing on a boat floats towards the shore. The scene is described below as "Lynnhaven Inlet to the famous Lynnhaven Bay; where the largest oysters are gathered. Near Cape Henry, Va." The letter on the back reads, "Hello Mamie wish you were here with us - Cape Henry is right all the Atlantic ocean is so pretty with love from Sig." The postcard is addressed to "Miss M. S. McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 8, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Powhatan Oak, Jamestown Exposition]

Postcard of a park with spaces edged with dark green hedges and a treeline seen in shadow. The letter reads, "Hello Mamie we're having a dandy time. Wish you were here with us. With love, Sig. When are you going home?" The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 3rd Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 11, 1907
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

[Postcard of Jamestown Exposition]

Postcard of a brick two story building with balconies on the second floor and marble columns. Finely dressed people are walking about the grounds outside. The building is described in the upper left corner as "Virginia State Bldg. Jamestown Exposition, 1907." On the back, a short note reads, "With love to you from Sig." One address is stricken out, but the postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 16, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Niagara Falls]

Postcard of a black and white photo of Niagara Falls, described as "General View of The Falls Niagara Falls, N.Y." To the side, a note reads, "I wish for you all the best little girl. Love + kiss for all - Huntie Carley." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1916 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 16, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Wayne Pavilion in Detroit, Michigan]

Postcard of a two level pier with green roofing and a steam ship docked near the pier. The letter on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 16, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Provincial Parliament Buildings in Toronto]

Postcard of a multiple story estate of stone with light blue roofing. The letter on the back reads, "Just saw the sights from "Rubber neck wagon." Look in this bldg. Having a delightful trip. Wish for you. Love for all. Auntie Curley." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 17, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of George Washington's Bedroom at Mount Vernon]

Postcard of a white four poster bed with yellow and pink fringed curtains at the window, cherry wood furniture, and a red and green rug. The note below the picture reads, "Hello Mamie, We are now in Washington, having a lovely time with love, Sig." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 18, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of the Arlington Cottage]

Postcard of yellow houses with multiple stories and wrap-around terraces. The scene is described as "The Arlington Cottage, Virginia Beach, Virginia." The letter on the back reads, "We have been to Va Beach + now at Cape Henry and are having a grand time. Sig." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 18, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of West Virginia State Building - Jamestown Exposition]

Postcard of a yellow two story building with white accents, columns, and balconies. Around the postcard, a note is written that reads, "Hello! Skinflint I am having a delightful time here every moment. The exposition is fine. Good-bye Leonora." The letter continues on the back with, "I am so disappointed not to have gotten to come to Huntington." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Avenue Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 18, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Delaware Park]

Postcard of two boys looking down at a body of still water where several boats are tied to the dock. The picture is described as "Scene at Delaware Park, Buffalo, N.Y." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 19, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of the Liberty Bell]

Postcard of the cracked Liberty Bell in a black and white photograph. The note above the bell reads, "Sure do wish you were here with us - With Love - Sig." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 19, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Miniature Railroad at Coney Island]

Postcard of a group of men riding a miniature train. The letter reads, "Rying to see Dreamland, but it's raining must go home sure wish for you Auntie C." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Tex."
Date: September 21, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of The White House on a Winter's Night]

Postcard of the White House on a snowy night lit only by lamps near the entrance. The scene is described as "Washington, D. C., The White House on a Winter's Night." The letter on the back reads, "Hello Mamie, Isn't this pretty? I guess you are going to school now. I am crazy to get home + ride in our auto + Is Miss Austin going to teach in the same place this year - With love to all - Sig." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 23, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Emmanuel Church in Staunton]

Postcard of a small red chapel with grey roofing with green flora growing on the side. The letter reads, "It sure is cold up here - Sig." The church is described with the following paragraph, "Emmanuel Church. The Emmanuel Protestant Episcopal Church, on Frederick Street, was built in 1891, at a cost of about $25,000. It is a splendid brick structure partially covered in ivy. The church has a very strong membership both numerically and financially." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 24, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of North Carolina State Building]

Official souvenir postcard of a two-story white house with blue tile roof and a woman wearing a red dress. Below the picture, a note reads, "Isn't this pretty?" The back continues with, "I am having a fine time but we leave for home tomorrow Washington I mean Lucille." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 28, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Statue of Liberty]

Postcard of a black and white photograph of the Statue of Liberty. On the back, the letter reads, "Thought you would like me to these for your collection. We are having a delightful visit. Took big auto ride this afternoon. Love for all, "Curley." " The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Tex."
Date: September 28, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Swan Pond in Central Park]

Postcard of a group of finely dressed young people watching four swans on a pond as a boat floats under a bridge. The note on the back of the postcard reads, "We fed the ducks last Sunday. Auntie Curley." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Texas."
Date: September 28, 1907
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History