Public Library, Hattiesbuerg, Mississippi

Postcard

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Chester Historical Society

Public library, Hattiesbuerg, Mississippi: This color photo postcard depicts the Hattiesburg Public Library in Mississippi, surrounded by lush greenery.
Public library, Hattiesbuerg, Mississippi

This color photo postcard depicts the Hattiesburg Public Library in Mississippi, surrounded by lush greenery.

Name/Title

Public Library, Hattiesbuerg, Mississippi

Entry/Object ID

chs-017998

Description

This color photo postcard depicts the Hattiesburg Public Library in Mississippi, surrounded by lush greenery. The address side of this postcard was addressed to Mr. & Mrs. Rose Miller in Chester, New York, from Pvt. Edward Kane who was stationed at Camp Shelby, Mississippi. The postcard, postmarked November 20, 1942, includes a personal message hoping the recipients are in good health and mentioning the chilly weather. "Free" is written in the postage box. The postcard is marked "Made in USA" and has a faded blue ink

Subject Place

Military Post

Camp Shelby (Military Post) - Perry and Forrest Counties - Mississippi

State/Province

Mississippi

Context

During the Second World War, military personnel were granted the privilege to send first-class mail for free by Congressional act of March 27, 1942.

Postcard Details

Postcard Type

Post Card

Date Published

Oct 20, 1942

Dimensions

Height

8.8 cm

Width

13.8 cm

Create Date

August 1, 2024

Update Date

July 11, 2026