(3 1/2 x 5 1/2 In) This is an original antique undivided back The Rotograph Co. real photo postcard from 1905. It shows a portrait of Secretary of State Elihu Root and a quote from his message to Mayor Weaver of Philadelphia, PA.

"SECRETARY ROOT TO MAYOR WEAVER: I have a strong desire that the city of Philadelphia, whose history and good name are so dear to every American, shall be relieved from the stain which a corrupt and criminal combination, masquerading under the name of Republicans, have put upon her I wish you godspeed in your future efforts."

The postcard is used and is in GOOD condition, wear at the edges, blunted corner tips, several creases and silvering from age.

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Secretary Elihu Root to Mayor Weaver - Rotograph RPPC, c. 1905