Description
This sepia-toned postcard depicts a charming street scene of Fourth Street, Santa Rosa, California, circa 1900, showing horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians. The back features a handwritten message discussing a recent move and pleasant weather. This aged, one-cent-stamped postcard offers a glimpse into early 20th-century life in Santa Rosa, California, circa the 1910s.
Front Text (cleaned):
224
Dearest,
Fourth Street, Santa Rosa, Cal.
2199
Back Text (cleaned):
S. R.
882 3rd St.
Santa Rosa, Calif.
Nov.
Dear Ella,
Received the very pretty card. Many thanks.
We have moved to Gil's brother's. His wife died two years ago. We are on a hill, very comfortable, will stay here for a while. All well as usual. Having lovely weather.
I forgot to write you a letter until your old address.
Find Alice in Manchester, N.H. East Walpole, Mass.
