Bablake Hospital, Coventry

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Bablake Hospital, Coventry

Coloured photograph of the buildings of Bablake Hospital in Coventry. 'Happy New Year to all' is printed in blue on the postcard. Bablake Hospital (also known as Bond's Hospital) was founded by wealthy Coventry draper and mayor Thomas Bond in 1506. Postmarked (Chard) and stamped. Publisher unknown, but 'No 95' is printed on the bottom left corner of the reverse side. Message on reverse (ink) reads: 'Dear Hautrie, This is to wish you a very Happy New Year. I hope you have had a very nice Xmas! & that you will soon come up & spend a little time with us. A G M.'

Reference Number: BM/8/16

Title: Bablake Hospital, Coventry

Date: c.1910

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