Lost
Lost postcards in Twin Tiers NY/PA, New York, United States.
Near Eldridge Park
Lost
listing
Posted
2 days
ago
Description
I was wandering through Elmira yesterday around 5:30 p.m. in the Twin Tiers, and I suddenly realized I’d left a small stack of postcards on a park bench near the fountain at Eldridge Park in Elmira, NY, United States. They’re photos and notes from our summer trip along the river, with stamps from both states and little handwriting on the margins. They’re precious keepsakes, and losing them hurts more than I expected. If they turn up around Twin Tiers, I hope someone who recognizes the memory will bring them back to the community desk near Main Street.
Approximate last-seen location
Near Eldridge Park
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