Description
A sepia-toned postcard front shows a small electric streetcar labeled “Electric Flyer” alongside a larger view of Genl Lee’s Mansion. The mansion is depicted with a columned portico, trees, and a broad lawn in front. The card includes printed captions identifying the mansion and the Washington Alexandria and Mt Vernon railway connection. Undated.
Front Text (verbatim):
ELECTRIC FLYER
W.A. & M.T.V. Rwy.
GENL LEE'S MANSION
ARLINGTON, VA.
REACHED BY WASHINGTON ALEXANDRIA AND MT VERNON RWY. CO.
ROUND TRIP 20¢
Back Text (verbatim):
Private Mailing Card
AUTHORIZED BY ACT OF CONGRESS OF MAY 19th, 1898.
PLACE A
ONE CENT
STAMP
HERE.
THIS SIDE IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE ADDRESS.
