I am surprised to find that I have more postcards than I realized. This one turned up in a box with other pictures and it is from the Chicago World's Fair which, I think, opened in 1933 although this card was mailed in 1934. Regardless, a long, long time ago. I am particularly taken with the way the fairgoers are dressed--quite a bit different than what people wear in a like situation today! I can remember dressing up a bit to go shopping or to the dentist or doctor. We are truly laid back in this day and age - I guess the term is "casual". It must have been a warm day judging from the fact that some of the men are carrying their suitcoats.
My husband's mother received this from a woman that Ray called Aunt Katie but who was not actually his aunt. She was related some way, though, and I know Ray spent some time with her. I do know, also, that Myles who is mentioned in the message was her husband and a policeman in Peoria. They had a daughter that was about Ray's age who was like a cousin to him. This, too, is a linen card. Many of them were back then, I surmise. So, Happy PFF!! And thanks for hosting, Beth, at
http://thebestheartsarecrunchy.blogspot.com/ (Click to enlarge)
I am surprised to find that I have more postcards than I realized. This one turned up in a box with other pictures and it is from the Chicago World's Fair which, I think, opened in 1933 although this card was mailed in 1934. Regardless, a long, long time ago. I am particularly taken with the way the fairgoers are dressed--quite a bit different than what people wear in a like situation today! I can remember dressing up a bit to go shopping or to the dentist or doctor. We are truly laid back in this day and age - I guess the term is "casual". It must have been a warm day judging from the fact that some of the men are carrying their suitcoats. 
My husband's mother received this from a woman that Ray called Aunt Katie but who was not actually his aunt. She was related some way, though, and I know Ray spent some time with her. I do know, also, that Myles who is mentioned in the message was her husband and a policeman in Peoria. They had a daughter that was about Ray's age who was like a cousin to him. This, too, is a linen card. Many of them were back then, I surmise. So, Happy PFF!! And thanks for hosting, Beth, at http://thebestheartsarecrunchy.blogspot.com/ (Click to enlarge)
It must be fun to discover in your boxes such vintage postcards like this one. Nice picture with these red flags and all theses people in their sunday outfits. These linen postcards look like they have been drawn, but it must have been photographs. Happy PFF.
ReplyDeleteThey did look good, didn't they? All so beautifully dressed.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it fun to find a treasure! Love this card and the way folks are dressed. Sometimes I think we are too casual ... a little dressing up would make a special event even more special I think. But, it's too blooming hot to wear too many clothes right now!!!!!!! Happy PFF!
ReplyDeleteAs usual, your stories are a wonderful compliment to the cards!
ReplyDeleteThey must have gone to the fair right before it closed in 1934.
ReplyDeleteThe flags and their metal arches wouldn't be so out of place today. Wonder what people thought of them back then.
ReplyDeleteHow lucky that you have a family history in postcards. I think the 1930s are my favorite fashion era.
ReplyDeleteNotice in the postcard most everyone is wearing a hat. Such different days.
ReplyDeleteHappy PFF!
What a neat treasure to find, Carol. Great post.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great postcard!
ReplyDeleteI think we're a bit too casual in this day and age. Imo, the biggest thing missing from fashion today - elegance.
In days gone by women were expected to look their best, to dress up for special occasions (and sometimes for not so special ones), and hats and gloves were the norm. Wish I could have experienced that time.