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  • Decoding Yiddish Postcards

    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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Past Article

Ray Hahn
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Chautauqua passed with the passage of time. It still happens, but it is much different. A fact that for many is a disappointment beyond description. If you are reading Postcard History, you are certainly interested in learning. From the 1870s and decades to come, Chautauqua was one way to learn beyond your formal education.

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