Small towns in New England and the Mid-Atlantic lost population as westward migration and the lure of factory work drew young people away. Old Home Week attempted to lure them back.
Getting a good American business education in the late 19th and early 20th century wasn’t always easy. Worthy students were often without funds and transportation, but thankfully, tenacity and ambition were in ample supply. Postcards helped many decide what was best for them.