The Rifle that was Supposed to Have Been David Crockett's

Postmarked 23 September 1947
San Antonio, Texas

POSTCARD CAPTION:

UNDER SIX FLAGS, SHOWING ALAMO, SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS the Alamo has been ruled under six different flags, French, Spanish, Mexican, Texas, Confederate, and the United States.

MESSAGE:

Hi Folks! Looked over this old Fort today and also saw the rifle that was supposed to have been David Crockett's at the famous siege. Will be seeing you all soon. / Marshall

In San Antonio this August for a conference, I visited the Alamo.

Am Warm and Happy

Postmarked 15 March 1917
San Antonio, Texas

Postcard Caption:

The St. Anthony is one of San Antonio's largest Hotels and is equipped with all the comfort and conveniences of modern times.

Message:

Dear May: / Am warm and happy. Will be home in Apr. some time How are you? Bikey scribbled all over this card for Buster - Lance. / Wed.

Today, the St. Anthony Hotel, a National Historic Landmark built in 1909, is operated by the Wynham hotel chain.