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[Postcard of Blank Card for Correspondence]

Postcard of an illegible letter, addressed to "Miss Mamie McFadden Gunston Hall Washington, D. C."
Date: November 7, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Women in Leaf-Covered Car]

Postcard of of five women in white dresses sitting in a white car that is covered in leaves. The letter on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss M. McFaddin Paso del Norte El Paso, Tex."
Date: November 24, 1913
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Princess Victoria - Smallest Woman in the World]

Postcard of a small woman standing near a car looking up towards a much taller man wearing a top hat. The picture adds, " "Princess Victoria." Smallest Woman in the World. "In her special Cole 40 Automobile." " The back adds, "World's smallest Little Lady, Born at Melbourne, Australia. Age 23 Years. Weight 19 3/4 Lbs. Height 25 1/2 Inches. The smallest entertainer the world has ever known." "Wish you were here," is written below on the back with several initials. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Mrs. N. M. McFee, El Paso, Texas, Hotel Paso del Norte."
Date: November 17, 1913
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of First Baptist Church in Beaumont, Texas]

Postcard of a stone church with stained glass windows, described as "First Baptist Church, Beaumont, Texas." The words "Will You?" are pasted on the back of the postcard, along with a message that reads, "Please tell me who he is? H. H. 11-13-11." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date: November 14, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of "Natural Bridge" in Sewanee]

Postcard of a natural rock formation creating a bridge between two ridges. The scene is described as " "Natural Bridge" Sewanee, Tenn." The letter on the back reads, "Hello. How is everything at Gunston? This is the swellest place in the world. Write me some times. J.D.P." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington, D. C."
Date: November 4, 1910
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Jack of Clubs]

Postcard of a Jack of Clubs with the words "How about this? H. H. 11-25-11" written below. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date: November 25, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Rocky Seaside]

Postcard of a rocky coast with rolling waves. On the back, the message reads, "Last report I had was that Jack was abroad and was seen last in China, Texas. H. H. 11-21-11." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date: November 21, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Shaw Park Gardens]

Postcard of a pool surrounded by trees on a hill overlooking the coast, described as "Shaw Park Gardens situated at an altitude of approx. 300 ft. then command a panoramic view of the Harbour and Town of Ocho Rios. Guided Tours are available so that the lush verdant vegetation and breath-taking views can be fully enjoyed and appreciated." The message on the back reads, "Sunday, Nov. 12 - Jamaica Mamie dear- Just this morning I realized you had a birthday on Nov. 7 (?) So this is a belated Happy B-Day card!! Jack + I are spending the month of Nov. here in our cottage by the sea - Tis so lovely. I really hate to leave but we will go back to spend Christmas with all the family then return here late January. Have not heard from you in such a long time - Hope you received the card we sent you when we were on our lovely cruise - Bestest love - Irene R." The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carroll E. Ward 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas, 77701 U. S. A."
Date: November 4, 1978
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Mary Baldwin Seminary]

Postcard of a large white estate with a fountain in the front yard along with several trees and shrubs. The scene is described in red type below the picture as "Front View Mary Baldwin Seminary, Staunton, Virginia." The letter on the postcard writes, "Dear Mamie, we are in Vernon, will be home soon and are certainly glad of it. Guess if nothing happens I will see you about one week from Weds - Sia." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin c/o Mr. W. P. H. McFaddin Beaumont, Texas."
Date: November 24, 1906
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Historic Dates and People Involved With Jamestown]

Postcard of historic dates and people such as Captain John Smith or The Old Church Tower. Jamestown is described as "Here the First Permanent English Settlement in America was Founded, May 13, 1607 Here the First Legislative Assembly in America Convened, July 30, 1619 Here was the First Capital of the Colony of Virginia 1697-1698." The back of the postcard adds, "Administered jointly by the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities (Jamestown National Historic Site) and the National Park Service, U. S. Department of the Interior." The message on the back is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carroll Ward 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date: November 3, 1961
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Jack of Diamonds]

Postcard of a Jack of Diamonds playing card pasted on a postcard with the words "Is this him? H. H. 11-23-11" written below. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date: November 23, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Woman, Horse, and Boston Terrier]

Postcard of an older woman in riding attire sitting down with a horse on her left, a Boston Terrier on her right, and a riding crop in her right hand. The words "Three Winners" are typed at the side, and a newspaper clipping is pasted below, which reads, "Puck. The Girl - No, I don't fall in love with every Tom, Dick and Harry I meet. The Man - That's right. My name is Jack!" The initials "H. H." and date "11-28-11" are written on the edge. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date: November 28, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Aerial View of Beaumont]

Postcard of an aerial view of a prosperous little town, described as "Bird's Eye View, Beaumont, Texas." A newspaper clipping that reads "Don't feel blue," is pasted on the back of the postcard with the words, "For Jack is ever true" below it. The rest of the message is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date: November 8, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Kyle Theatre in Beaumont]

Postcard of a five story building with a white face and red brick on the rest with colorful billboards to the side and a green electric car parked in front. The scene is described as "Kyle Theatre, Beaumont, Texas." A paper clipping reading "Have you seen" is pasted to the back of the card, with "Jack?" added underneath it. "In Washington H. H. 11/2/11" is added beneath that. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date: November 2, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of a Woman With Two Kittens]

Postcard of a woman with a wide brimmed hat and two kittens on her shoulder. Below the picture, "Jack's Best H. H. 11-22-11," is written, and written below that "It really is a pity that each kitten must become a cat. May youth and playtime stay with you as long as you desire them to!" The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date: November 22, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of the Majestic Hotel at Lake Charles]

Postcard of a four story hotel behind a line of trees. The hotel is identified by the type below the picture, "Majestic Hotel, Lake Charles, LA." The letter to the side reads, "Dear Mamie am on lake Charls today. Won't drive in this evening. Having a dandy time. Nov. 18th 1905 Lucile." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Calder Drive Beaumont, Texas."
Date: November 20, 1905
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Charcoal Sketch of Field]

Postcard of a man and young boy stacking hay beside a field. On the back of the postcard, a short missive reads, "Day by day the clock tells "round," but alas in vain "He" can't be "Found." H. H. 11-16-11." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date: November 17, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Library of Congress]

Postcard of an aerial view of a white complex with a golden domed roof. The letter is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas."
Date: November 20, 1908
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of a Woman Reading With a Cat]

Postcard of a woman reading a book in a chair with a cat. Written below, the message reads, "If I had a thousand hearts to give, I'd give each one to you Jack H. H. 11-27-11." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date: November 27, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of a Woman in a White Dress With Blue Ribbons]

Postcard of a woman wearing a white dress, white hat, and carrying a white umbrella with blue ribbons. "Bingham School Asheville, N.C." is typed beside the woman. The letter written around the woman and on the back of the postcard is illegible. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie L. McFaddin to Gunston Hall Washington D. C."
Date: November 9, 1909
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Jack of Hearts]

Postcard of the Jack of Hearts with the words "Last but not least, this is bound to be the "man" H. H. 11-26-11" written below. The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Washington D. C. 1906 Florida Ave."
Date: November 26, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Cloradee and George E.]

Postcard of Cloradee E., a woman with a dark dress and hat, sitting on a bench and holding her son, George. This collection of photographs of African Americans was purchased from an estate in Dallas, Texas.
Date: November 28, 1925
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard image of a man standing on the front of a locomotive]

Postcard image of a man standing on the front of a locomotive. The man with long white beard is wearing knee high boots, dark slacks, white long sleeved shirt, and dark hat. The locomotive has flags flying near top left, and right, Texas flag flying on lower right, and has a number "3009" in center front. Text at bottom of photo reads: "At Booth, Tex Nov. 11th 1911". Railroad tracks in foreground, trees on left, wooden building with people standing beside it on right.
Date: November 11, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Card from Peal & Co., November 11, 1950]

Card informing the recipient that one pair of moccasins has been shipped to them via Parcel Post.
Date: November 1, 1950
Creator: Peal & Co.
System: The Portal to Texas History