To help commemorate New Zealand's First World War Centenary I will share with you 100 postcards from my private collection. These include real photographic images, artistic depictions and some handwritten messages of heartache and sorrow.
Wednesday, 17 May 2017
Girls in Khaki
Two ladies identified only as Sylvia and Nell, dressed in khaki military uniform as a show of support to New Zealand soldiers on active service overseas.
This portrait postcard was taken at Alva Studios on Cuba Street in Wellington c.1915.
"The Alva Studio, 26 Cuba street, is now under entirely new management, Mr H. Fawson, a well-known Auckland photographer, having purchased the business. General alterations and improvements have been effected, and the studio is now one of the most up-to-date in the city. First-class work and entire satisfaction is guaranteed all patrons." NZ Times, 9 July 1915.
Labels:
1915,
Alva Studio,
Cuba street,
Wellington
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