You Are Near to My Heart, Old Stars and Stripes - Postcard, c. 1900s
(5 1/2 x 3 1/2 In) This is an original antique Theochrom postcard from the 1900s. It shows a soldier with one arm around his girl and the other gesturing to the American Flag with his cavalry sword, "You are near to my heart and dear to me - And this are old Stars and Stripes". Copyright 1907, De Witt C. Wheeler.
"I am still waiting to hear from you. Hope you are well and I happy - I don't feel good - I have a cold. From Your H_.", reads the note written on the back.
The postcard is used and is in GOOD condition, heavy wear at the edges, blunted corner tips, a few minor stains.
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