In a surprising twist of fate, a century-old postcard has finally reached its intended destination, much to the astonishment of staff at the Swansea Building Society.
The postcard, dated from the early 1900s, was discovered amongst the society's regular mail on Friday. Remarkably, it predates the establishment of the building society itself by two decades.
Henry Darby, the society's marketing and communications officer, expressed his excitement over the unexpected arrival. "It's a little bit spooky," he said. "It feels like an antique. It needs to be in Perspex or something."
The postcard, addressed to a woman named L., contains a message from a sender named Ewart. "Dear L. I could not, it was not possible to get the pair of these. I am so sorry, but I hope you are enjoying yourself at home. I have got now about 10/- [shillings] as pocket money not including the train fare so I am doing alright. Remember me to Miss Gilbert and John. With love to all from Ewart."
While the exact circumstances surrounding the postcard's delayed delivery remain unclear, its arrival has sparked interest and curiosity among staff and the public alike. The discovery offers a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the enduring power of written communication.