CardCow Vintage Postcards

Main Banking Room of the Hibernia Bank & Trust Company

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100

Title:
Main Banking Room of the Hibernia Bank & Trust Company
Linen unused

Description:
The Main Banking Room of the Hibernia Bank & Trust Company is finished in Tavernelle marble and American walnut and covers an area of one-half acre. The thirty-four cages and three entrances are of appropriately decorated bronze. The subdued gold of the ceiling adds the necessary warmth to the color scheme

The Drake Chicago's Wonderful Hotel

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:07 +0100

Title:
The Drake Chicago's Wonderful Hotel
Linen PM 1935 Sep-25

Description:
Series 103, 3A-H52 Bird's-eye view of Chicago's wonderful hotel. The Drake, on the famous Boulevard Link, at the junction of Lake Shore Drive and Upper Michigan Avenue. Superbly located, directly overlooking Lake Michigan, yet only a few minutes ride from the business and theatrical centers. Unusually reasonable rates prevail throughout

When In Chicago Stop At The Harrison Hotel, Harrison St

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:06 +0100

Title:
When In Chicago Stop At The Harrison Hotel, Harrison St
Linen unused

Description:
400 Rooms Â– Fireproof Free Radio, circulating Ice Water, Tub Bath or Shower in every Room. 500 Car garage with direct entrance to hotel Lobby. Harrison St. just off Michigan Blvd

Scenes In Chicago Park

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:06 +0100

Title:
Scenes In Chicago Park
Linen unused

Description:
Series 156, 2B-H1218 Commerce alone cannot build a great city; there must also be opportunity for the fullest expression of a happy, healthful life. - Chicago parks and hundreds of miles of broad boulevards grace this city of Commerce and industry, with formal terraces with fountains, statuary and beds of cultured flowers

Marina City

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:05 +0100

Title:
Marina City
Marina City, Linen unused

Description:
Now probably Chicago's most famous landmark, the twin circular towers on the north bank of the Chicago River are a city within a city. Apartments, officers, restaurants, marinas, shopping facilities, bank, bowling alley, Ice skating rink, TV station, etc., are all to be found here

Sanctuary Chicago Temple

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:05 +0100

Title:
Sanctuary Chicago Temple
Linen unused

Description:
Series 4B-H448 Chicago Temple (First Methodist) located in the heart of the Â“Loop,Â” is the world's tallest church. It has occupied its present site for 107 years. The spire, Flood lighted at night, is one of Chicago's most inspiring sights. The chimes are heard throughout the downtown area. The air-conditioned sanctuary accommodates 1200 worshippers, with additional seating provided in the chapel. The organ, complete with an echo organ and 6300 pipes, is considered one of the largest and best in the country. Visitors from an average of thirty states worship here every Sunday. The church is open daily for meditation and prayer. Sunday Services: 11:00 A.M. And 7:30 P. M. Noonday Organ Meditations Daily Visitors are always welcome

The Adler Planetarium

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:04 +0100

Title:
The Adler Planetarium
Linen unused

Description:
Series 501 The only Planetarium in America. An imposing permanent edifice, now a part of the World's Fair. Inside, a heavenful of drama as old as the earth itself unfolds to the visitors. The firmament passes in review as they sit beneath and artificial sky and seen the sun, moon, planets and stars move across the dome

Avenue Of Flags Chicago World's Fair

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:04 +0100

Title:
Avenue Of Flags Chicago World's Fair
Linen unused

Description:
Series 36A22, 4A-H588 A Gorgeous promenade for the Fair visitors. With large gaily colored flags waving in the breeze, thousands of visitors stroll along here every day in search of Knowledge and pleasure

Night View Of World's Fair Grounds From Observation Platform Of Sky Ride

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:04 +0100

Title:
Night View Of World's Fair Grounds From Observation Platform Of Sky Ride
Linen PM 1933 Jul-25

Description:
Series WF-41, 3A-H580 View looking south from the observation platform of the sky Ride. The buildings in the distance, include the Travel and Transport and General Motors Buildings, with Chicago's Famous Outer Drive to the right and Lake Michigan On the left

The Highest At The Fair

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:04 +0100

Title:
The Highest At The Fair
Linen unused

Description:
Skyride's twin steel towers are 628 feet high and three-eighths of a mile apart. The trip to the tops of the towers takes less than one minuted in Otis Automatic High-Speed Elevators

Enchanted Island

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:04 +0100

Title:
Enchanted Island
Linen unused

Description:
Series 126

Aerial View Looking Southeast

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:04 +0100

Title:
Aerial View Looking Southeast
Linen unused

Description:
Series 120

Fireworks Display Over Lagoon Chicago World's Fair

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:04 +0100

Title:
Fireworks Display Over Lagoon Chicago World's Fair
Linen unused

Description:
Series WF-43, 3A-H582 A view from Northerly Island. Never in the history of Pyrotechnics ha such fascinating and colorful displays been created as are used at the Century of programs. The fireworks displays are an interesting nightly feature

Bird's Eye View Exposition

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:04 +0100

Title:
Bird's Eye View Exposition
Linen unused

Description:
Series 218

Panoramic View Of A Century Of Progress By Night

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:04 +0100

Title:
Panoramic View Of A Century Of Progress By Night
Linen unused

Description:
Series WF-4, 3A-H536

Aerial View Looking Southeast

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 23:28:04 +0100

Title:
Aerial View Looking Southeast
Linen unused

Description:
Series 120 Aerial view looking southeast beyond one of the 628 foot towers of the Sky Ridge Â– the supreme thrill ride at A Century of Progress Â– the Chicago 1933 World's Fair. Just a glimpse of a few of the many colorful buildings

Section Of Belgian Village Chicago World's Fair