"Schoolboys bringing in the Christmas log" Seven boys pulling and pushing a low wagon that has a large log on it, presumably to be used as a yule log at the Shendam Mission.
“19 . ̶ Madagascar. ̶ La divination par les graines.” A man is having his fortune told with the use of seeds or grain. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard: “Pour ‘l’Œuvre des Prêtres malgaches’, 79, Avenue de Breteuil, Paris XVe.” There is no handwriting on the back.
"Entertaining guests, perhaps at New Year or other feast day." Adults and children are shown sitting on benches in a narrow room or entranceway. Various types of lanterns hang from the ceiling.
“18. Madagascar. ̶ L’incision du bras pour l’initiation du jeune devin.” A man is depicted getting a tatoo or body markings. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard: “Pour ‘l’Œuvre des Prêtres Malgaches’, 79, Avenue de Breteuil, Paris XVe.” There is no handwriting on the back.
“Cantastorie nelle pubbliche vie.” A public storyteller is shown wearing a basket-like head covering and playing a long horn. The following information is printed on the back of the postcard: “II. Pontificio Istituto Delle Missioni Estere promuove la propagazione della Fede e della Civiltà in nove vaste Missioni dell’India, dell’Indocina e della Cina. Sede generale – Milano – Via Monte Rosa. 81." There is no handwriting on the back.
