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Our Book is Finally Here!

October 30, 2017October 30, 2017 ·

This has been a long anticipated day in our household. Postcard History Series: Belle Isle (Detroit, Michigan) has finally been released. To those of you who have supported us through this journey, we say "thank you" from the bottom of our hearts. We are excited … Continue reading Our Book is Finally Here!

Miss Charlotte Esque

August 30, 2017August 28, 2017 ·

To Charlotte Esque, From: Charles H. Meyers

Miss Grace Fenton

August 28, 2017August 28, 2017 ·

I am having a good time ...

1936: Miss Ruth Pittman

August 23, 2017August 14, 2017 ·

Postmarked 30 June 1936 and addressed to Miss Ruth Pittman of Cincinnati, Ohio from Mrs. Beardslee. "Hello Ruth: Well here is Detroit. Having a lovely vacation enjoy every min. of it. Love, Mrs. Beardslee"  

1952: Mrs. Gertrud Frohner

August 21, 2017August 14, 2017 ·

Postmarked 26 February 1952, Detroit, Michigan This postcard is addressed to Mrs. Gertrud Frohner of Rochester, New York and is written in German.  Any translators out there? It appears the card is from her husband, Walter. The 1952 Rochester City Directory shows the couple living … Continue reading 1952: Mrs. Gertrud Frohner

1943: Mr & Mrs Laurier Dupont

August 18, 2017August 14, 2017 ·

Postmarked 6 August 1943 and addressed to Mr. & Mrs. Laurier Dupont of Gartland, Maine from Cousin Gertrude. Gertrude writes: "Dear Cousins, Still can't believe we are way out here. Its just like a dream. Having a wonderful time and enjoying every minute of our … Continue reading 1943: Mr & Mrs Laurier Dupont

1911: Mrs. H.S. Wilson

August 16, 2017August 14, 2017 ·

Postmarked 7 June 1911 and addressed to Mrs. H.S. Wilson of Germantown, Pennsylvania. Edna writes the following: "This is a beautiful city and we are having a dandy time. See you soon. Edna"

1940: Miss Audrey Camp

August 14, 2017August 14, 2017 ·

Postmarked 6 August 1940 and addressed to Miss Audrey Camp c/o Gorgas Bakery in Delaware, Ohio. Helen writes: "Wed - 7 P.M. - Hello. We are over here at Belle Isle this P.M. seeing the sights - are they wonderful. Oh Boy - took some … Continue reading 1940: Miss Audrey Camp

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