A tinted view of St. Paul's Cathedral in Pittsburgh, a Gothic Revival church with two tall spires flanking the entrance facade and smaller turrets along the flank, set behind a lawn and sidewalk. The building, dedicated in 1906 in the city's Oakland neighborhood, is the cathedral of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh and is known for its German-influenced Gothic design and twin towers. The card presents the church from a corner view with neighboring buildings at the left edge.
Postcard Details
Message · English, in pen
June 30, 43
Dear Brother.
I've been busy having
my glasses changed.
My eyes are getting
better. (It took 4 wks
exams, & adjustment)
We are anxiously waiting
for you to get your
vacation to see you
once again.
Glad to [illegible]
[illegible]
From Rosamond
Linen-textured stock with visible crosshatch grain; printed card number 22 at upper right; abrasion/scuff marks in the sky area; narrow margins, no white border.
Postmark: PITTSBURGH, PA. JUN 30 4-DM 1943 — WWII-era linen card with "BUY WAR SAVINGS BONDS AND STAMPS" slogan cancel and green 1¢ Industry-Agriculture stamp; divided back, vertical publication imprint; heavy black ink scribble over the closing lines at bottom.
Cite this card
St. Paul's Cathedral, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, circa 1940, postcard, c. 1930. PostalPast Collection. https://postalpast.com/postcard/st-pauls-cathedral-pittsburgh-pennsylvania-circa-1940. Accessed October 24, 2026.
