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Carthage Ill. Sept. 7-09. Rec’d card this morning as I came to work. Thanks “awfully.” It is dandy. E.P.B. Mr. Harvey Sights La Harpe Ill
Historical & Family Notes
This postcard offers a charming glimpse into the early courtship between Pearl Byers and Harvey Sights. Pearl, writing from Carthage, Illinois, expresses her thanks to Harvey for a card she received earlier that morning, playfully stating it was “dandy.” This exchange highlights their regular correspondence despite living a mere sixteen miles apart, indicating a blossoming romance through the daily ritual of postcard mail.
The sender’s initials “E.P.B.” are almost certainly Pearl Byers, aligning with the family’s identity rules and the ongoing narrative of their relationship. The card was sent on September 7, 1909, a significant period in their courtship before their eventual marriage and the birth of their daughter, Marnelle.
The message’s casual and affectionate tone—”Thanks ‘awfully'”—suggests a comfort and familiarity between Pearl and Harvey, showcasing a delightful snapshot of their everyday interactions and the simple pleasures of receiving mail from a loved one in the early 20th century.
