Original Western Union Telegram

[dbcooper]

Here are some pics of an Original Western Union Telegram and Envelope. I thought some of you would like to see it and read a description.

The paper is a yellowish color and the consistency of newspaper. I thought it would be thicker from the pics I have seen. I found this in a local Antique shop mixed in with old photos and postcards. I also found old stamps including the Italian stamps from the mailing wrapper.

There is nothing printed on the back of the Telegram itself. I have seen pics with ads for Western Union on the backs, like what is on the back of the envelope but more elaborate.

Telegram is 8"x5 3/4" (more usual size is 8"x6 1/2")
Envelope is 6 1/2"x3 5/8"

Original Envelope and Telegram
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Original Telegram
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Telegram Envelope back
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Telegram Envelope front
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Telegram Envelope length
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Telegram Envelope height
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Hope these are useful.