Dorchester Illustration of the Day no. 1617
Postcard. Caption on front: 79-Rock Garden, Franklin Park, Dorchester, Boston, Mass. 43961. Postmarked Somerville, Aug. 18, 1941. With one-cent Statue of Liberty defense stamp. On verso: Franklin Park, a tract of 600 acres of beautiful scene, delightful walks, playgrounds, zoos, and a fine golf course, flower and rose gardens. The grandeur of its scenery brings thousands of picnickers to its grounds each year. Published by United Art Co., Boston, Mass.
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