Postcard scrapbook, approximately 1900-approximately 1937
File — Multiple Containers
Dates
- Creation: approximately 1900-approximately 1937
Scope and Contents
Primarily from Frederick O'Connell ("Fred") to his mother and sister, both named Elizabeth O'Connell ("Ma" and "Bessie"). Postcard images show locations all over the United States, as well as England, Ireland, France, Greece, Bermuda, and Jamaica. All postcards have the stamp corner removed.
Content notice
Some postcards feature racist depictions of Black people.
Creator
- From the Collection: O'Connell, Lenahan (Person)
- From the Collection: O'Connell family (Boston, Mass.) (Family)
- From the Collection: O'Connell, Joseph Francis, 1872-1942 (Person)
Restrictions on access
Collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 5.5 Linear Feet (7 containers)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
Contact:
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 USA
617-552-4861
burns@bc.libanswers.com
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 USA
617-552-4861
burns@bc.libanswers.com