[February 27, 2017]
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An example of one of the family Bibles in the
LCGHS collection. Bibles were often used to record important dates
in the history of a family. |
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Many of the Bibles contain wonderful illustrations to enhance the
stories, sometimes referred to as an illuminated Bible. |
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Examples of holiday postcards that were common
during the early twentieth century. These contain space on the other
side for a greeting and an address. |
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These postcards were used for holiday
greetings before the boom in mass produced birthday and Christmas
cards. Note the lack of a specific address on some cards, just a
name and a town. They still were delivered to the intended
recipient. |
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This is a traditional “Wish you were here”
postcard with a bit of modest cheesecake. |
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A special postcard showing a spectacular
circus wagon. It was probably a special order to commemorate the
completion of the project. |
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A postcard from about the time of World War
II. Check out the required postage. |
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