Description
This postcard shows the Hancock Bridge, a light pink span connecting U.S. 40 with U.S. 522 across the Potomac River, with a town and train visible in the background. The new million-dollar bridge links West Virginia and Maryland, carrying traffic to and from U.S. 40 and U.S. 522. This lovely 1930s postcard features a blue-tinted image and handwritten greetings.
Front Text (cleaned):
Hancock Bridge across the Potomac River, connecting U.S. 40 with U.S. 522 at Hancock, Maryland.
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Back Text (cleaned):
Visit Jackson
Hancock, Maryland POST CARD
This new million-dollar bridge over the
Potomac connects West Virginia and Maryland. It was dedicated in the
fall of 1939
and will carry traffic to and fro B. 1. 20
and U.S. 522.
4:30 PM
Dearest Katherine,
Just a line to say hello. I will write
more later. I'm so glad
that I've gotten your letter.
What have you been doing lately?
Love, Violet
