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Strand on the Green postcards
Strand on the Green is on the eastern side of Kew Bridge, a few minutes from the eastern end of Brentford, the Thames is to the right in both cards.The first postcard dates from the early 1900s I think. It is a flimsy card, printed in Germany and published by Mayer & Co Chiswick. It has not been used.
I think the view is to the east of Kew Railway Bridge and it shows a peaceful scene with few people, rowing boats and not much else.
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The view for the later card was from nearer Kew Road Bridge and it was sent on 9 August 1957. It was published by A V Fry & Co Ltd London.
Kew Railway Bridge is just visible centre right. A peaceful scene only 7 miles from central London.
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The card was posted to Mrs T B Davies, 166 Uppingham Road, Leicester, message:
Sorry no time for letter writing. Had to work right through the Bank Holiday with disarmament meeting requirements and at home on painting sitting room. Hope to finish larger part of work this weekend as hate the upheaval and mess, but result will be worth while.
Sincerely yours
Mary
Published April 2012