July 27, 2024
Tag: judaica postcards
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Decoding Yiddish Postcards
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Postcards with captions, quips, and well-wishes, expressed in the Yiddish language, were mailed to friends and family just to stay connected. However, for the many who cannot read or understand the language they remain unexplained. Hy Mariampolski, a new Postcard History contributor, has deciphered the enigma.
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May 16, 2022 2 Comments
William Steig was a household name in his day. His art in the New Yorker was clever and brought smiles to faces even when the topic was serious. He was also known in the worlds of advertising and children’s literature. He was an American treasure.