Postcard mailed in 1943 finally delivered to Elmira

... The postcard, sent July 4, 1943, from Rockford, Ill., was intended for Pauline and Theresa Leisenring, who once lived in the home along Bridgman Street in Elmira.

It was sent by their parents, who were visiting their brother at the Medical Center Barracks at Camp Grant ...

Last week, the postcard arrived at the home of Adam and Laura Rundell.

It was delivered in mint condition. We were so shocked,” Laura said ...

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