Such Rough Roads

Postmarked 21 February 1951
Roswell, New Mexico

Postcard Caption:

AIR VIEW, NEW MEXICO MILITARY INSTITUTE, ROSWELL, N.M. Known as the "West Point of the West," the N.M.M.I. is a state school with military training under War Dept. Direction, having a capacity of 560 boys. The yellow, red roofed buildings are grouped on the 75 acre tract of the post proper. Beyond, 1600 acres are used for parade and drill grounds, polo fields, and cavalry maneuvers.

Message:

Feb. 20 / Dear Ma and Grammy- / Dennis is on another field job, out of Roswell this time, so Steven and I came along - we went to the filed with Dennis today and my such rough roads. I'll write you a long letter when we get home - Love, / The Kiddies

Today, the NMMI is a co-ed institution offering a four-year high school and a two-year junior college.

You Will Be Wondering Why I Am in this Place

Postmarked 28 February 1911
Albany, New York

Message:

Dear Farida You will be wondering why I am in this place. My Sister Jennie's Husband was killed last week I have been with her since. She is going home with me the last of the week for a visit. He was killed on his engine on the -- R.R. Margaret Lan--

Zazzle Stamps

Zazzle stamps are a little pricey, but occasionally, they'll have sales on postage. I like to get the stamps created by by favorite non-profit organizations.

Check out Sunday Stamps at Viridian's Postcard Blog!

The Bartholdi Fountain

Uncirculated
Published by The American News Company
Americhrome

Postcard Caption:

The Bartholdi Fountain is situated in the center of the Botanical Gardens. It is the work of the French sculptor, Auguste Bartholdi, famed for his Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor. This fountain was exhibited and greatly admired at the Philadelphia Centennial in 1876.

Due to its condition, the fountain has not be operated in some time, but restoration is ongoing, according to the U.S. capitol's website. Although Bartholdi set a purchase price at $12,000, Congress paid only $6,000 for it in 1877.

Thanks to Beth at The Best Hearts are Crunchy for hosting Postcard Friendship Friday!

Here She Is a Beauty

The Snow Melted Fast

Postmarked 23 February 1945
Rochester, New York

Message:

Dear Mary - / Many thanks for the view of Grace -- Bridge, a great structure, no doubt. Spring-like day here today and the snow melted fast. Come again soon. / Earl F. Nicht / 83 Clifton St, Rochester N.Y.

The Powers Building was completed in 1868, and was the first building in upstate New York to have a passenger elevator (then known as a "vertical railroad." Daniel Powers didn't want any other building in Rochester to be as tall as his, so later construction added four floors and an observation tower.

Powers Building Website

The building today:


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Greetings from Wyoming

Uncirculated
Published by Sanborn Souvenir Co.

Postcard Caption:

Wyoming is still the state where primitive nature may be found. Great mountain areas are unspoiled by human works and are reached by trails. Fish and Big game are abundant and great wide open unfenced prairies spread out for scores of miles. Here is the home of the duded ranch, the hunting camp, the park trips, the cowboy and cow pony, and many other colorful characteristics of the old West.

With Malice Toward None, With Charity Toward All

Uncirculated
Published by the Capitol Souvenir Company, Inc.

Postcard Caption:

No small part of the effect of the Lincoln Memorial on an American is the giant statue of the Great Emancipator. Abraham Lincoln is represented in a flag-draped chair, with his head bent slightly forward as in thought. The figure by Daniel Chester French is 19 feet high and is made of 20 blocks of crystalline Georgia marble perfectly interlocked.

"I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice,"

~Abraham Lincoln

The Swimming Is Fine, Too

Postmarked 19 February 1952
Eustis, Florida

Message:

Hello Mr. McMillen / Having a wonderful time. The flowers and orange groves are beautiful. Swimming is fine to. / Nancy Niumman / 80 degrees in Eustis, Florida

First off, I love the temperature gauge! Many Europeans who send me postcards through postcrossing include the current temperature; I've taken to doing it too when I send cards overseas. Getting to draw would be more fun! Second, I'm a fan of symmetry, even if it's a little boring.

A Run Down Weather

Postmarked February 18, 1941
Miami, Florida

Message:

Hullo Jim - just decided in a hurry to take a run down weather here to day - hot. / -- Gilmore

Of course, the best part of this postcard is the label "red" written on the front with an arrow toward one of the sun bathers - I'm so intrigued!

Thanks to Beth at the Best Hearts are Crunchy for hosting Postcard Friendship Fridays!

Greetings from Albuquerque

Uncirculated
Published by Curteich

Postcard Caption:

Greetings from Albuquerque, New Mexico
"The Duke City"
The metropolis of New Mexico, Albuquerque is situated on the Rio Grande at an elevation of 4988 ft., and is approximately the center of the center. The busy city of today was founded by Gov. Cuervo in 1706 and named for the Duke of Alburquerque. Later the first R in the names was dropped, with the coming of the Americans.

An Ideal House Dog

Uncirculated
De Reszke Cigarette Card

Postcard Caption

The Pug Of Chinese origin, the Pug is probably related to the Pekingese. It is small and intelligent, and make an ideal house dog, having a short coat. There are two colours--fawn and all black; the fawns have a black muzzle and a black thumb mark on the head.

This is No. 4 of a series of 30 cards appearing in the larger packets of DE RESZKE Cigarettes and other Godfrey Phillips Associated Brand.

My Valentine Fair

George and Walter gave me a vintage Valentine's Day postcard. Isn't it the sweetest?

It Surely Is a Spiritual Feast

Postmarked 13 February 1948
Harrisonburg, Virginia

Message:

Dear Anna Ruth, / How are you? Hope fine. I have the happy privilege of being here at E.M.C. for special Bible Term. It surely is a spiritual feast plus many other good things. / I hope that you too will be able to come down here some time for S.B.T. (or 6 week Bible course). / Must close and write to the other girls also. Prov. 3:5 / Sincerely yours, Lillian Bruckhart / I will be glad to here from you if you care to write.

Eastern Mennonite University Website

So Far, So Good

Postmarked 20 August 1912
Niagara Falls, New York

Message:

So far, so good. / Margaret Rook

George stopped by the antique mall on his way home last night and picked up a few postcards for me. He liked this one because the message amused him.

I Forgot You Were in the Eskimo Region

Postmarked 11 February 1951
Daytona Beach, Florida

Message:

Hello you:- How are you this nice sunshiney day? Excuse me I forgot you were in the Eskimo region. You should be here and get a tan. Altho we have had some cold here at nights. We rec. Ruths letter today. Very interesting Ruth.

Way to rub it in!

Thanks to Beth at The Best Hearts are Crunchy for hosting Postcard Friendship Friday.

I Do Not Feel a Bit Tired

Postmarked 14 June 1907
Chicago, IL

Message:

FRONT: Most of my work will be done in this building. We have taken a six-room flat at 5612 Jackson Ave.

BACK: I will have a room and Miss Price another. It is a beautiful place and so very convenient for housekeeping for Mrs. Isley. We can't get in until Monday so we are staying at a little hotel nearby. It is cool to-day and I do not feel a bit tired after my hard day. Lovingly, Anna

As you may remember from my August 26, 2010 post, when I went to college at the University of Chicago, the majority of my classes were held in Cobb Hall. I'm very curious what kind of work was being done there in 1907!

Necklace of Lights

Uncirculated
Published by Gilboy Ageny
Printed by E.C. Kropp

Postcard Caption:

The tall buildings of this downtown area are reflected in the waters of Lake Merritt, in this night view. Outlined by the famous "necklace of lights," Lake Merritt is a spectacular sight at night and is frequently used as the setting for fireworks, displays and other civic celebrations.

Lake Merritt website

As This Is Your Birthday, I Thought I Would Drop You a Card

Postmarked 8 February 1915
Dallas, Texas

Message:

Dear Sister / as this is your birthday I thought I would drop you a card we are all well hopeing [sic] the same of you all love to all / Lawrence

Barring Atomic Bombs and Other Man-Made or Natural Cataclysms

Uncirculated
Published by Asheville Post Card Co.

When the Cornell Arms Apartment building was completed in November 1949, it was South Carolina's tallest building. According to the apartment's website, at the opening ceremony,

"special guests included FHA Commissioner, 'Franklin D. Richards, Assistant Commissioners, Herber C. Redont, Curt C. Mack, Clyde L. Powell, was well as top state officials and dignitaries. Judge H.E. Bailey, the Federal Housing Administration Director, had been with the FHA for 15 years at the time otthe Cornell Arms' opening and he stated, 'The Arms is the finest apartment building this side of Washington. It will fill the need for luxury-type living in a manner which has never been equalled in the South before.' The Judge also added, 'It is estimated by scientists that barring atomic bombs and other man-made or natural cataclysms, the Cornell Arms will stand for seven thousand (7,000) years.'"

The Cornell Arms Apartment today:


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Cornell Arms Apartment website

Flying Fish by Day and Phosphorescent Jelly Fish by Night

Postmarked 6 February 1908
Penang, Malaysia

Message:

Penang Jan. 5 / Bound for home - via Singapore, Hong Kong, Yokohama, and Vancouver. We will be in --about Feb 10 / delightfully warm days and balmy nights - flying fish by day and phosphorescent jelly fish by night with now and then some rocky islands is all we see. Some pleasant people two -- ladies on board - Walter & Ina

As a side note, I lived at 5411 S. Ellis Ave when I was in college - just some blocks from the recipient of this post card.

Be a Good Girl for Mummy

Postmarked 5 February 1954
Atlanta, Georgia

Message:

Hi Bag of Beans: / This is where Daddy is staying while in Atlanta on the convention. Daddy misses you, Sweet. Be a good girl for mummy. Help her all you can. / Love, Daddy

The Atlanta Biltmore opened in 1924 backed in part by Asa Candler from the Coca-Cola family. In an upscale neighborhood, the "apartment hotel" hosted such luminaries as Franklin D. Roosevelt, Dwight Eisenhower, and Bette Davis. In the 1960s, however, the Biltmore couldn't survive increased competition from hotels located in downtown Atlanta. Until 1997, it had a series of owners who couldn't make the site work. Now, however, it is home to condos and is available for special functions.

Read more about the Atlanta Biltmore at the National Park Service's Register of Historic Places:

National Register of Historic Places

City Hall | Fairfield, Alabama

Uncirculated
Curteich, 1945

What's Become of Nurse?

Uncirculated
Published by Tuck's Post Card

University of Oklahoma: Fine Arts

This building was completed in 1918. It was later named Holmberg Hall and then rechristened as the Donald W. Reynolds Performing Arts Center. The University of Oklahoma says this about the building:

Reynolds Performing Arts Center was created through an $18 million project that renovated and restored OU’s historic Holmberg Hall and added a new stage house and a 20000-square-foot facility for OU’s School of Dance. The project was made possible with a $12.2 million grant from the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation of Las Vegas. Holmberg Hall which features a beautifully restored 685-seat performance hall was built in 1918 and named for Fredrik Holmberg the University’s first Fine Arts Dean. Other special features of the building include three historic murals in the performance hall lobby by acclaimed muralist Mike Larsen; three more Mike Larsen murals in the School of Dance lobby titled Movement in Violet Entranced (honoring School of Dance Founders Miguel Terekhov and Yvonne Chouteau) and Waiting in the Wings.

Reynolds Performing Arts Center History

Frankfurt

Postmarked 5 May 1906(?)
Frankfurt, Germany