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August 9, 2026

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    Cecil Cornish

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    As far back as anyone remembers, Cecil Cornish and his parents, Boyd (known to his friends as Bo) and Lizzie Cornish listed themselves as farmers. Boyd was born in Kentucky. Lizzie was a daughter of a Missouri farmer. There were some hard times in the 1870s and during those years the Cornish family made their

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Past Article

December 29, 2024 1 Comment
On this last Fifth Sunday of 2024, we continue Postcard History’s tradition of presenting three short history lessons about unusual postcards. This time, three advertising cards for products quite different are featured. Happy New Year!

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