A postcard from classmate Joe Hoernschmeyer visiting Rome to William Mary Schifferli at Innsbruck.

William at this time was sick with tuberculosis, and would soon return from school in early June 1908 to the family home in Buffalo NY to convalesce, but would pass away on 27-Jul-1908, a few months after this card was written.

Rome April 16th 1908.

Hello Bill -

How is youse! This was the best day of our trip - The Holy Father sends the Apostolic Blessing to all our friends - ergo you have it. Take […] your fine breakfast. Cocoa good - Neopolitan ices cold. Saw the guys at the Propaganda yesterday - were there nearly 2 hours - They send regards especially O’Hara. […] - when do we eat - Happy Easter

Joe!