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Ames, Iowa 1941 College Lake Scene Postcard

Real Photo · RPPC

$9.99

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Description

Serene Lake Laverne, with graceful swans and ducks, stretches towards the imposing Union building at Iowa State College. Ames, Iowa, is the postcard’s origin, postmarked September 10, 1941. This charming sepia-toned view offers a glimpse of campus life from the 1940s.

Front Text (cleaned):
Lake Laverne and the Union, Iowa State College

Back Text (cleaned):
Ames, Iowa
Sept. 10, 1941

Dear Jamie,

I saw these cards downtown & thought you'd like one.

Tell Mother she will get a letter soon.

I'm very busy, but I'm very busy.
Did Daddy get the records by Express O.K.?
Hope so. Love to all,
Nanna