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Discover a fascinating piece of early 20th-century correspondence: a handwritten letter on official Stanford University letterhead, complete with its original postmarked envelope. Dated August 17, 1928, this letter offers a unique glimpse into personal life and travel during the Prohibition era.
The letter, penned by "Bob" to "Nora," details a return trip from Oregon, recounting an encounter with landslides in Kansas and observations about the weather. It provides a charming narrative of a cross-country journey, reflecting the everyday experiences and social connections of the time. The sender's address is noted as 319 Oberlin St., Palo Alto, California, while the envelope is addressed to Miss Nora Kefauver in Madisonville, Tennessee, showcasing a transcontinental connection. The envelope bears a clear Palo Alto postmark and a 2-cent George Washington stamp. This historical artifact is perfect for collectors of ephemera, Stanford University memorabilia, or those interested in 1920s American social history and postal history.
Measures approx. 10.5 by 7 inches
