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Postcards—Saco River:

Saco River & Cow Island from Bridge, Saco, Me. (c. 1905)

I got my car last night got home about 11.55 It wasn't very Hot coming home I dont think it is so cold tonight I can see out of one eye I couldn't last night
I will write more next time so good night.

Saco River, Above the Cataract Falls, Saco, Me. (c. 1907)

Dear Flossie I received your Post card all right and I hope you will like this one and the other one If you will tell me what views you would like I will send them to you I am waiting for a letter from you! write soon M.L.