1870 Letter & Envelope from New Alstead NH to Rev. John C. Kimball Ipswich MA
What stands out about this item is the Wide World connection, adding context without feeling overdone.
What stands out about this item is the Wide World connection, adding context without feeling overdone.
A small irregular tear is visible at the top center edge near the vertical fold, yet the typewritten text remains clear and well-preserved, as does the handwritten signature.
What stands out about this piece is the BCW name, which many people recognize for quality and care.
You will find that the forever stamps are carefully placed in this paper collectible set.
The recipient is Mr. F. J. W. Diller, whose title is given as Ass’t. Sec’y. A significant irregular tear in the top left corner has resulted in a loss of paper material, and minor diffuse discoloration is present.
A nice touch is seeing IWC on the tab, which makes flipping through the pages a bit more special.
The letter is signed in a legible hand by Carman P. Prall, the manager. The paper exhibits typical signs of age, including slight yellowing and a faint horizontal crease across the middle, with a more prominent crease in the bottom right corner, though all printed and handwritten text remains entirely legible.
The letter itself unfolds over several pages, revealing the author’s thoughts and experiences, as well as a sense of camaraderie with the recipient. Where are my cookies?”.
Kendrick is situated in Lincoln County, Oklahoma, a rural community in the central part of the state. The top flap is open, confirming the letter’s removal. The letter itself consists of two pages, each with pre-printed blue ink designs characteristic of Navy-issue stationery.
The letterhead is absent, suggesting this was a plain sheet of correspondence paper, a common practice for internal or inter-office communications of the period. The signature of J. W. Hedrick appears in a flowing cursive hand at the bottom, and a typist’s initial “M” is present in the lower left corner.