Handwritten postal card from Mary A. Burnham in Brooklyn to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn at 1638 Green Street, Philadelphia, PA. Handwriting difficult to read in places.

Transcription: “My dear G. If only a few words- I must write you this morning. I have so often wished for you- every good speech- every nice little talk- every [ride] (?), I think of my little friend who would enjoy it all so much. The Conference is progressing very peacefully & very entertainingly. Last evening we were at a private reception – where I enjoyed some delightful “talks”. One with Rev. Mr. Potts- he is a [charming] (?) New Churchman- I hope you may see him. Tonight there is to be a general reception in the [ ] (?) at the Church. Brother L. & Sister E. make our visit very delightful here at their home- And oh! The books & pictures & everything for the intellect & [outer] (?) man- but I can only [glance] (?) at these things- the strongest attraction is where we get the higher good- Goodbye- write me care L.L.B. 187 Schermerhorn St. Brooklyn. Dr.’s love with mine to all.”

Names mentioned: Conference (General Conference of New Church Ministers), Rev. Mr. Potts (John Faulkner Potts?), Brother L., Sister E., L.L.B., Dr. (Dr. Nathan Clark Burnham) Places mentioned: 187 Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn