I Remember You

Postmarked 19 June 190-

Seneca Falls, New York

Postcard Caption

What God has joined togetherNo one shall put asunder.—

Postcard Message

I remember you.

I can't decide if this is sweet or creepy.

I Want What I Want

Postmarked 23 January 1912
Crothersville, IN

Message:

Hello, J.G. - Why don't you write I am waiting for an ans. to my letter. -Elizabeth

On first glance, this is a nice postcard. A photograph of a lovely young couple framed by an intricate floral border. But then, the caption: "I Want What I Want When I Want It." The caption indicates that the couple may not be so loving, and the woman not so willing, suggesting if not rape, an unwanted persistence.

Funny to see that the message, then, is written by a persistent girl or woman asking J.G. to please give her an answer. But what was the question?

You'd Be In "Stitches"

Postmarked 25 June 1945
New York, NY

Message:

6/24/43 / Dear Roger, / How are you doing? Long time no hear except grapevine method. When I told Dad, Smyrna, he thought Smyrina Turkey. He travelled [sic] there while he was in the service. / Glad you liked our news! Enjoyed your P.S. to Mother. / What are you doing now? Would enjoy a word or two. / Lots of luck from all of us here. / Love, Pegs

Searching for "Roger W. Overton," I could only find one mention, in a Long Island newsletter. If this is the same Roger, he died in 2009 at 85, having been a Staff Sergeant in the Army from 1943-1945. Mr. Overton of Patchogue was an insurance salesman, as well as a member of the Pactchogue Fire Department. Mr. Overton did wed a woman named Margaret - Pegs, perhaps?

Watching and Waiting

Postmarked 14 May 1906

Another from my creepy and disturbing collection.

Moonstruck

Message (Back): M-- why didn't you come to the dance last night.
Message (Front): You told me a l[ie?] didn't you. J-

On This Your Wedding Day

Uncirculated

I am getting married today!

Best Wishes

Postmarked 6 September 1910 (?)
Mo---, NY

We have move up in the big house and like it very much. We were all down to rye beach and had a grand time. With the armor picnic (?) Papa drove Hunter's team. Write soon. Mattie.

I'm Wearing My Heart Away for You

Postmarked April 1909

Message:

Dear Marie, / I got your postcard was glad to know it was all right for Sun. night. Say hello to sister and ask Anna when I can come again the quicker the sooner you know. / I am always yours / J.D. / This card explains itself

Isn't It Nice?

Postmarked 8 March 1907 (?)


I so wonder what the alphabet written on the front of the card signifies!

Passioned Plea

Postmarked 10 August 1909
Sherburne, NY

I chose this postcard for today because my wedding is in one week!!! But the message written on the card has nothing to do with romance or marriage.

Dearest Sister / Your letter and cards rec'd. It certainly must be a beautiful place. Was it not a great shock to your system to retire so early? Mama will write shortly. with love to you and -- / Emma

Do It Now

Postmarked 12 September ?

Message:

Hello Mama/ Your card came yesterday and the letter Wed I think of you every day take good care of your selves and dont do to much - am going to --- to church tomorrow if it is pleasant it rained most all day Thursday. They are feeling sick here today. Roy Cobler --- yesterday will write tomorrow / R. G. M.

Your Name Slipped Out

Postmarked 20 November 1905

New York, NY

Message:

New York, 11/20/05 / Dear Gussie: - / Isn't this a lovely girl? I intended to send this to Olga, but as I am always thinking of you, your name slipped out of the pen. / Yours, Al--

Thanks to Beth at the Best Hearts are Crunchy for hosting Postcard Friendship Friday!

The Hammock Is Right There Too

Postmarked 1907

Message:

FRONT: It may look O.K. from here but the hammock is right there too. BACK: I hope you haven't been waiting over a week for an answer. Well if you have here it is. And just look at this on the other side. Eh! F.

I think sitting in a tree would be George's perfect date. Not because of the "Aimee and Georgie sitting in a tree" connotations but because he likes being outside in the middle of nowhere. The police officer throws a wrench in things, though.