All three of today's photos were picked up last summer at thrift stores in Branson, MO. That probably doesn't mean much, because who knows how they got there. All three are printed on unused Postcards.
This lady appears to have been photographed in perhaps the early 30s:
My best guess for this one is between 1905 and 1920, based on her clothing. This is also the only photo with any marking on the back at all besides "Post Card, Address, Place stamp here". It is a printed on one of the short ends of the card and reads
"E. C. FORD, THE PHOTOGRAPHER,
196 ST. LAWRENCE BLVD., MONTREAL, Que."
I don't know if there's any way to look that photographer up or not.
Our last one is one of my favorite photo finds! Judging by the sporty matching sweaters, I bet these are a couple of modern collegiate buddies from the 20s.
I'd like to lay down this law now - I am by no means an expert, but I have done extensive research on period clothing and hairstyles and that is what I base most of my guesstimations on. If you have beef, give a comment and tell me what you think! :D
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