The President's Retreat Is in These Mountains

Postmarked 18 June 1951
Middletown, Maryland

Caption:

U.S. 40A LOOKING WEST TOWARD THE CATOCTIN MOUNTAINS IN WESTERN MARYLAND Opened late September 1947, this modern highway, between Frederick and Hagerstown, is extensively used and is the first completed development of Maryland's new highway system.

Message:

Dear G.B. / The President's retreat is in these mts. Beautiful drive. / We are leaving Wed. for Watkins Glen on to S- for Wed even, to Niagara Falls and on to Greenville for Thurs. eve. Home Friday. / Don't get behind in your work. Say "hello" to Ruth. / Love, Betsy and Harold.