Postcard

Name/Title

Postcard

Entry/Object ID

2014.2.3267a-b

Scope and Content

A postcard to Maria H. Thompson, Gallatin, MO. from Geo. C. Catlett, Missouri State Lunatic Asylum, No. 2., dated January 20, 1886.The heading, "Dear", the first line of the message, and the salutation and sender are already printed on the card. Included is card printed with an explanation and transcription of the postcard.

Context

Dear Sir, "Replying to your communication of the late inst" Your uncle is not improving. Very Truly, Geo. C. Catlett. Physician and Supt. OFFICIAL MESSAGE This postcard apparently in common use during the early years of the Hospital, was addressed to a resident of Gallatin, Missouri. The postcard is dated January 20, 1886 and bears the message "Your uncle is not improving." Donated by Gordon S. Paulson, M.D.

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Postcard

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Writing Media

Nomenclature Class

Written Communication T&E

Nomenclature Category

Category 06: Tools & Equipment for Communication

Archive Details

Primary Language

English

Dimensions

Dimension Notes

3" x 5"