Alsa Chester Howard Postcard Collection : Postcards collected around the world from Howard's extensive travels.
Title:
Scottish Rite Temple, Washington, D.C.
Object ID:
2008.2.259
Object Name:
Postcard
Collection:
Alsa Chester Howard Postcard Collection
Date:
09/24/1914
VE Exhibit Label 1:
Front: Colorized image of a Scottish Rite temple in Washington, D.C.

Back of card:
(No postmark)

Typed description:
"The new Scottish Rite Temple situated on the corner of the Avenue of the Presidents and S streets is a welcome addition to the many beautiful public buildings in the National Capitol. The Building is very imposing."

Transcription:
"Sept. 24th 1914. Thought you might like to have this card. The "Sphinx" are not shown here; & they are not carved yet, but are in their places waiting to be finished."
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