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[Thomas Walter Davis and two other men at Galveston Beach]

Postcard image of Thomas Walter Davis and two other men. The photograph is titled "3 of a Kind Beats Two Pair in Poker" and this title is written vertically on the left side of the postcard (blank area). Man in front is seated in the sand and is wearing a dark colored bathing suit. Man on left seated on driftwood is wearing a dark bathing suit and the man seated next to him is wearing a white shirt, suspenders, and a light colored felt hat. A seascape backdrop in background. Back of postcard in black print reads: "Taken at GALVESTON BEACH, Under MURDOCK'S BATH HOUSE L. TOBLER, PHOTOGRAPHER" and in ink " Mrs. Zillah Myers 603 Olive St, Texarkana, Tx-Ark. The postcard is postmarked in Booth, Texas with a date of August 25 (?) 1906.
Date: August 25, 1906
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard from John Patterson Osterhout to Junia Roberts Osterhout, August 25, 1873]

Postcard from John Patterson Osterhout to his wife, Junia Roberts Osterhout. He wrote his wife to inform her that he had arrived at his mother's, Sarah Osterhout's, home. He included some news about a woman who was sick and that he had received something his wife had sent.
Date: August 25, 1873
Creator: Osterhout, John Patterson
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Lover's Leap in Waco]

Postcard of a river cutting through lush green brush from a high vantage point. The scene is described as "View from Lovers' Leap. Waco, Texas." The letter on the back reads, "Hello Mammie: How are you? We are having some joy. This is a fine little town. Sure do miss you and we may see more Tx. Louis + Smith Anne." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mammie McFadden 1906 McFadden Ave Beaumont, Tex."
Date: August 25, 1910
Creator: Louis and Smith Anna
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Virginia Beach]

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 - of course our house is way up on the beach and very private - not all the people you see in picture. Do wish you would come and see us - Bestest love - Irene R." The postcard is addressed to "Mrs. Carroll E. Ward 1906 McFaddin Ave. Beaumont, Texas 77701."
Date: August 25, 1981
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Rainbow Falls in Watkins Glen]

Postcard of water falling over the jagged cliff side into a pool at the base. The letter on the back reads, "This is one of the prettiest places in the Glen, we had our picture taken under the falls the other day, also Forks had their pictures. Everything is beautiful around here. Be sure and get out - about - behave. Best love from us, Lovingly, Auntie C." The postcard is addressed to "Miss M. McFaddin 1141 Third ave Huntington, West Va."
Date: August 25, 1908
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of White House in Washington D. C.]

Postcard of a two story white house with columns supporting the roof at the entrance and a fountain at the center of the courtyard. The postcard adds the following information, "The White House has been the home of the Presidents, from the time of John Adams to the present. Washington selected the site, laid the corner-stone in 1792, and with his wife inspected the finished building in 1799. The building is of Virginia freestone. After the house had been fired by British troops in 1814, and only the walls were left standing, the restored exterior was painted white to obliterate the marks of the fire." The letter reads, "Wish you were here now. The city looks good as ever, am having a beautiful time. With best wishes and regards, Bon B. Graylon." The postcard is addressed to "Mademiselle McFaddin Beaumont, Texas W. H. P. McFaddin."
Date: August 25, 1912
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Austin Avenue in Waco]

Postcard of a dirt road with train tracks running through the center and horse-drawn carts on either side of the road, surrounded by colorful buildings. The scene is described as "Austin Avenue looking West Waco, Texas." On the back, a short message reads, "Hello Mamie: How are you and Jim getting along? Saw Marie in Houston. Elsa." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin 1906 McFaddin Ave Beaumont, Tex."
Date: August 25, 1910
Creator: Elsa
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard from Tillie to Mrs. E. F. Kneupper, August 25, 1911]

Postcard from Tillie to E. F. Kneupper, discussing her surprise trip to visit her mother. She talks about a girl named Emma being sick for about three months. The front of the postcard features an illustration of a herd of dairy cattle standing in the middle of a dirt road. There are two buildings with tin roofs visible in the background, as well as a group of trees.
Date: August 25, 1911
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard from Henry A. Castle to M. S. King, August 25, 1902]

Postcard from Henry Castle, auditor of the US postal service, to M. S. King, postmaster of Splendora, Texas, informing him of the results from an audit.
Date: August 25, 1902
Creator: Castle, Henry A.
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard from Cornelia Yerkes to Fred G. and Frances Yerkes, August 25, 1944]

Postcard from WASP Cornelia Yerkes to her parents discussing her recent flying. The postcard features an image of a silver Douglas DC-3 with red trim in flight.
Date: August 25, 1944
Creator: Kafka, Cornelia V. Yerkes
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Letter from Southern Fern Growers, Inc. to D. W. Kempner, August 25, 1949]

Letter from Southern Fern Growers, Inc. to D. W. Kempner informing him that they will ship his order on September 9th. They estimate that the order will arrive on September 12th.
Date: August 25, 1949
Creator: Southern Fern Growers, Inc.
System: The Portal to Texas History