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South Grammar School, Waltham, Mass., 1913

Card type
Lithograph

About this postcard

A large three-story red brick school building with a mansard roof, dormer windows and a central tower with a spire, seen from the corner across a lawn. A covered entrance porch with steps faces the street, and trees and a frame house appear at right.

Postcard Details

Message · English, in pen

Dear Grace, — Jan. 8, 1913 Just think what a naughty girl I am. I haven't brought your book out yet. Now let me tell you, dear, I haven't been home much lately. I haven't quite finished the book. I haven't much time lately, but shall see you soon. Just forgive me this time and I'll love you forever Lilla.

Stamp
Addressed to
Miss Grace Lakin

River St. Mattapan, MA

Postcard record

ConditionGood
Place addressedMiss Grace Lakin, River St., Mattapan, MA
Place depictedSouth Grammar School, Waltham, MA
Stamp1c George Washington, green, issued 1909
Stamp1c George Washington, green, perforated on all sides
NotesThin white border around the image; visible crease/crack line in the lower right corner area and light edge wear. Postmark: circular cancel over stamp with '1913' visible. Divided-back card; message dated 'Jan. 8, 1913' at the upper left of the message side. 1c green stamp.

Cite this card

South Grammar School, Waltham, Mass., 1913, postcard, c. 1913. PostalPast Collection. https://postalpast.com/postcard/south-grammar-school-waltham-mass-1913. Accessed November 2, 2026.