Private Collection of T. B. Willis - 8 Matching Results

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[Portrait of an Unknown Woman with Glasses]

Description: Photograph of an unidentified woman wearing glasses with small, circular lenses. She wears a dark-colored dress with large ruffles on the bust and sleeves. She wears a small pin with a treble clef and "1893" written on it. She is looking to the right of the photographer. "With fondest love" is written on the back of the photograph. Gift of Willard E. Brown, III.
Date: July 15, 1896
Creator: Holland
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[Postcard of Damaged Railroad Bridge]

Description: Postcard of a damaged railroad bridge after a flood near Hico, Texas. The supports above the ground are largely intact, but the platform below has been partially washed away. Text on the front of the card reads "After Hico flood. April 17, 1908. Wreck of T.C.R.'y Bridge Near Hico." Text on the back of the card reads "Yes, I was in Waco, just two weeks ago tomorrow. Wanted to see you so much but got in so late and left early next morning. Will be back in about a week and hope I can see you there… more
Date: July 5, 1908
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[Postcard of Houston High School]

Description: Postcard of Houston High School viewed from across the street. A large brick building with three visible turrets stands surrounded by immature trees and well-manicured grass. Handwritten text on the back of the card reads: "Want to ask forgiveness for not coming to see you and Miss J- before I left. I relied so much on hand the last two or three days. Had such a lovely time but was glad to get home. Mama enjoyed her visiter much too. Nina." The card is addressed to Miss Annie Forsgard of Waco, … more
Date: July 28, 1908
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Location: 29.847818 -95.361429

[Postcard of Marlin Public School]

Description: Postcard of Marlin Public School. A handwritten message begins on the back of the card, but continues on to the front, filling the sky above the school building. The message reads "Having the time of my young life. 'It' did not appear upon the scene- How is 'he' and when did you last see him. Please don't go driving very often while I'm gone!" The postcard is addressed to Miss Jennie Forsgard of Waco, Texas.
Date: July 1, 1909
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[Postcard of the Alta Vista Hotel in Corpus Christi]

Description: Postcard of the Alta Vista Hotel in Corpus Christi taken from a low vantage point. The three-story building sits at the top of a hill, surrounded by well-manicured grass. Text on the back of the card reads "Hello! Jennie: How's everybody in Waco? I'm having a daisy time down here bathing and fishing. Lovingly Wonelle." The postcard is addressed to Miss Jennie Forsgarde of Waco.
Date: July 8, 1908
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Location: 27.760350 -97.379317

[Postcard of World War I Soldiers]

Description: Postcard of two World War I soldiers, one from the army and one from the navy, standing next to a woman in a pink dress, who is labeled as "reserve." Handwritten text on the back of the card reads "Dearest Janet How are you? I am in the best of health. I hope you are the same. I am sending a small package let me know if you receive. Yours much. Love, Jackie" The card is addressed to Miss Janet Brenner of Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Date: [1917-07-20..1919-03-07]
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