Belleville IL Illinois Notre Dame Academy 1940s White Border Postcard Used

This vintage postcard features a vibrant depiction of Notre Dame Academy in Belleville, Illinois. Dated 1942, it showcases a classic architectural style and historical charm.

• Genuine C.T. American Art postcard
• Postmarked March 27, 1942
• Includes original handwritten message
• Measures approximately 3.5 x 5.5 inches
• Collectible historical ephemera

Minor edge wear with evidence of light handling and age-related discoloration.
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The image is a vintage postcard of the Notre Dame Academy in Belleville, Illinois. The school was a private Catholic institution that operated for over 175 years.
Key information about the academy:
It was located in Belleville, Illinois.
The academy, formerly known as Cathedral Grade School, closed permanently on May 31, 2024.
Reasons for its closure included low enrollment (below 100 students since 2017), difficulty in funding building maintenance, and the discontinuation of a state tuition assistance program.
The student-teacher ratio at one point was 65:1.

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