Craigville across the Cromline Creek Christmas Wishes

Postcard

Chester Historical Society

Craigville across the Cromline Creek Christmas Wishes

This vintage Christmas photo postcard, annotated "Craigville" and dated circa 1900, features a black and white photograph depicting a serene rural scene with two covered bridges spanning a tranquil stream, surrounded by houses and lush vegetation, accentuated by three stylized snowflakes and the words "Christmas Wishes" to convey seasonal greetings.

Name/Title

Craigville across the Cromline Creek Christmas Wishes

Entry/Object ID

chs-012622

Description

This vintage Christmas photo postcard, an image of Craigville over the Chester-Washingtonville Road Cromline Creek bridge and dated circa 1900, features a black and white photograph depicting a serene rural scene with two covered bridges spanning a tranquil stream, surrounded by houses and lush vegetation, accentuated by three stylized snowflakes and the words "Christmas Wishes" to convey seasonal greetings. The reverse displays a handwritten message on a yellowed piece of paper with staining likely due to age. The cursive script reads: "Dear Hester + Mark, Wishing you and your family a Very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Have a nice trip south. Enjoy your endeavors and a safe return home. Fondest regards, Rena."

Subject Place

Neighborhood

Craigville (Populated place) - Town of Blooming Grove - Orange County - New York

Context

Craigville across the Cromline looking north. Directly across the bridge is E. Duryea's house, store and barn. The structure up on the hill was the Craigville wagon shop.

Collection

Roe Farm Collection

Postcard Details

Postcard Type

Post Card

Dimensions

Height

9 cm

Width

18 cm

Create Date

August 1, 2024

Update Date

July 15, 2026