Seated on the steps of Tripolis Lutheran Church, this group is pictured in their Fourth of July finest. The photo is a post card sent from Philadelphia to Dr. J. P. Uhler, a native of Pennsylvania and a professor of physical sciences and mathematics at Gustavus Adolphus College 1882-1937.
This postcard shows a view of the Methodist Church in St. Peter, which was located on the northwest corner of the intersection of South Fifth and Nassau Streets. The church was destroyed by a fire in 1929.
The exterior of the Methodist Episcopal Church and parsonage in Glenville. The church was built 1878. Glenville was once known as s Shell Rock City. The lot was purchased from Olive Skinner and the deed was dated February 25, 1878. The worth of the building at that time was placed at $2500. Written on the back: "Birthplace of Helen Maude Morris Lee, (Mrs. Ralph T. Denison), Oct 19, 1901, Parents: Rev. Wm Chapell Lee and Helen Leonia Morris Lee."
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Annual Conference United Methodist Church
A postcard showing the exterior of the Fairmont M. E. church. Fairmont Methodist Episcopal Church was built in 1878. The lot was purchased in 1877 from A. L. Ward for the sum of $100, with the stipulation that unless it was used for a church it would revert to its original owner. In 1878 a neat little frame church was built. In 1894 a second frame building, with a seating capacity of 650 people, was built. $4000 of the $7000 building debt was paid before the dedication and at the dedication service the remaining $3000 was raised. Written on the back: "P. S. Richardson Broken Bow, Chester Co., Neb., from Fairmont, Minn, Oct. 15, 1910, Mrs. Richardson, I am good ways from homeland, thot (sp) I would send you a card from here to let you know I had not forget you. Will be home soon., H.U. Snimer (sp))
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Annual Conference United Methodist Church
The Methodist Episcopal Church sits on First Avenue North in Crosby, Minnesota. It features stained glass windows and a bell tower. A small cottage can be seen behind it.
The Methodist Episcopal Church was built on lot 18 of block 3 in Hendricks. It served as a church until 1965 when it was sold and torn down by Glen Johnson and Kenneth Buseth. The church is here with longer grass around it and many newly planted trees on the boulevard.
A lithographed postcard showing the exterior of the M. E.l Church in Heron Lake. "The cornerstone was laid July 21, 1902 and the church was dedicated December 7, 1902 at a cost of $8000. The stone on the outside of the building is pipestone and is said to be one of only a few churches in Minnesota to use this material." Written on the back: "Miss Susie Babcock Barron, Wisc., Rec'd letter yesterday and will write soon. Cal came this morning. He had written 3 letters. Funny I didn't get them. I am lonesome for Worthington too, Ada M."
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Annual Conference United Methodist Church
A postcard showing the exterior of the Hill City Methodist Episcopal Church. The church was dedicated September 8, 1912. This red brick edifice was built at a cost of $4500. This structure burned down in 1950 and a new one replaced it.
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Annual Conference United Methodist Church
Exterior view of the Lakefield Methodist Episcopal Church and Rectory. The church was chartered on July 18, 1892. The church is now known as the First United Church of Lakefield.
Exterior view of the Methodist Episcopal Church in Mankato. Note on reverse reads: 212 Grove, St., Mankato, Minnesota; from Ruth to Miss Effie Johnson of Red Wing, Minnesota.
A postcard showing the front exterior of the M. E. church in Olivia. The church was dedicated on October 28, 1999. It was described as "a most beautiful and commodious house of worship". It was painted pink. The church was remodeled and rededicated on August 27, 1905. Written on the back: "Mrs. George Binking 1546 Hillside Ave. North Mpls., Danube, Dear Sister, I hope you are well. Wish you a Happy Ester (?), Alice."
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Annual Conference United Methodist Church