CardCow Vintage Postcards

Geronimo's Castle

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:30:26 +0100

Title:
Geronimo's Castle
Bowie (AZ), Linen unused

Description:
Erected near where Chief Geronimo of the Apaches was captured

U. S. Veteran's Hospital

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:29:39 +0100

Title:
U. S. Veteran's Hospital
Tucson (AZ), Linen PM 1942 Aug-28

Description:
Due to its healthful qualities Tucson, Arizona's climate was officially recognized by the U.S. Government and this institution was built for the Veterans, one of the finest in the country.

Air View Of Phoenix

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:23:52 +0100

Title:
Air View Of Phoenix
Phoenix (AZ), Linen unused

Description:
Phoenix, Arizona is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. Population of metropolitan area 235,000.

Bird's-Eye View Of Tucson

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:23:51 +0100

Title:
Bird's-Eye View Of Tucson
Tucson (AZ), Linen unused

Castle Rock Entrance To Tombstone Canyon

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:23:50 +0100

Title:
Castle Rock Entrance To Tombstone Canyon
Bisbee (AZ), Linen unused

Famous Walking Cactus

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:23:48 +0100

Title:
Famous Walking Cactus
Wickenburg (AZ), Linen unused

Description:
Although this scarred Patriarch of the Giant Cactus (Sahuaro) family looks rather the worse for wear, he was still full of life when this photograph was taken-note the green buds at stub ends of arms. Two weeks later bouquets of large waxy white flowers would adorn these rusty-looking stumps.

The Outlook From Hermit's Rest, Grand Canoyn National Park

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:23:46 +0100

Title:
The Outlook From Hermit's Rest, Grand Canoyn National Park
(AZ), Linen unused

Description:
The views from the porch at Hermit's Rest are among the most beautiful to be seen from the Canyon's Rim

Sahuaro Lake

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:23:43 +0100

Title:
Sahuaro Lake
(AZ), Linen unused

Description:
Residents of the Valley of the Sun, in Arizona, are blessed with many beautiful lakes within easy motoring distance. Carl Pleasant Lake and Bartlett Reservoir lie north of Phoenix; Sahuaro Lake, Canyon Lake, Apache Lake and Roosevelt Lake are strung out to the east along the course of the Salt River. Of the latter, Sahuaro Lake is reached first, by turning north off U.S. Highway 70 at Buckhorn.

City Of Tucson Seen From A Mountain

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:23:41 +0100

Title:
City Of Tucson Seen From A Mountain
(AZ), Linen PM 1953 Jun-06

Description:
Situated on the open desert at an elevation of 2,400 feet, Tucson is surrounded by mountains; to the north the Santa Catalinas, east the Rincons, to the south the Santa Ritas, and the Tucson Mountains on the west. One of the fastest growing cities in the South west.

Parada Del Sol

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:29:46 +0100

Title:
Parada Del Sol
Scottsdale (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
The annual rodeo and rodeo parade that perpetuates the traditions of the Old West, in this, Scottsdale, the "West's Most Western Town!"

Bisbee

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:28:57 +0100

Title:
Bisbee
Bisbee (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
One of the oldest copper mining towns of the Southwest. Millions of dollars in copper have been taken from beneath these home.s Many houses have entrances on two levels because they are built on such steep hillsides

Wells Fargo Stage Office

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:28:49 +0100

Title:
Wells Fargo Stage Office
Tombstone (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Served as depot for all the famous stages to Tombstone in the famous 1880's. today it is a museum which makes one feel he is entering the atmosphere of the old days

State Capitol Gold Embossed

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 08:02:01 +0100

Title:
State Capitol Gold Embossed
Phoenix (AZ), Divided Back unused

Point Of Rocks RV Campground, 3025 N. Highway 89

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 23:44:46 +0100

Title:
Point Of Rocks RV Campground, 3025 N. Highway 89
Prescott (AZ), Continental Chrome PM Nov-23

Description:
96 Sites in Scenic Granite Dells

Pima Air Museum

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 23:43:19 +0100

Title:
Pima Air Museum
Tucson (AZ), Continental Chrome PM 1991 Oct-08

Description:
Presidential aircraft #3240 is a VC-118A, the military version of the Douglas DC-6. It was used as Air Force One for short trips and to airports unable to handle larger jet aircraft. President John F. Kennedy made his first official flight aboard this aircraft on September 24th, 1961 to address the United Nations. President Lyndon Johnson used this airplane extensively in 1964 during his campaign for the Presidency in his own right. On loan to Pima air Museum, Air Force One is on permanent display.

Schnebley Hill

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Title:
Schnebley Hill
Scenic (AZ), Real Photo PM 1941 Nov-15

Description:
Oak Creek Canyon

Painted Desert

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Title:
Painted Desert
(AZ), Real Photo unused

The Escolante

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:28:15 +0100

Title:
The Escolante
Ash Fork (AZ), Divided Back PM 1908 Mar-30

Hotel El Tovar

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:28:00 +0100

Title:
Hotel El Tovar
Grand Canyon (AZ), Divided Back unused

Hopi Indian Snake Dance

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:27:54 +0100

Title:
Hopi Indian Snake Dance
Walpi (AZ), Divided Back unused

Description:
This religious ceremony is celebrated once a year to insure rain and an abundant harvest. The public dance of the snake priests, with the snakes held in their mouths, is the culmination of a ceremony extending over a period of 20 days.

Hotel Adams

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 06:44:47 +0100

Title:
Hotel Adams
Phoenix (AZ), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1905 Sep-27

Down The Canyon From The El Tovar

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 06:44:03 +0100

Title:
Down The Canyon From The El Tovar
Grand Canyon (AZ), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1908 Apr-01

Hopi House

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 06:43:54 +0100

Title:
Hopi House
Grand Canyon (AZ), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1905 May-07

Phoenix

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 04:42:12 +0100

Title:
Phoenix
Phoenix (AZ), Linen PM Mar-27

Description:
Howdy! I've been dunking of you at the Red Cross Canteen in Phoenix, Arizona. And we in Phoenix Were mighty proud to have your boy visit us.

Jokake Ranch

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 04:39:22 +0100

Title:
Jokake Ranch
Springerville (AZ), Linen PM 1939 Jul-06

Tucson

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:14:33 +0100

Title:
Tucson
Tucson (AZ), Chrome PM 1962 Sep-01

Description:
Looking over the Metro-politan area from ?A? Mountain, one of the famous landmarks. The Santa Catalina Mountains form a backdrop to the north.

Smithsonian Institution

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:14:32 +0100

Title:
Smithsonian Institution
Amado (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Ten Meter Gamma Ray Reflector 7600 Observatory Ridge

Multiple Mirror Telescope

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:14:32 +0100

Title:
Multiple Mirror Telescope
Amado (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
The Multiple Mirror Telescope (MMT) on the 8550-foot summit of Mt. Hopkins. The combined apertures of the six mirrors are equivalent to a 4.5-meter (176-inch) single mirror reflector, thus making the MMT the world's third largest optical telescope. The first of its type, the MMT is a joint project of the Smithsonian Institution and the University of Arizona.

Elks Park, 44th Street and Thomas Road

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:14:32 +0100

Title:
Elks Park, 44th Street and Thomas Road
Phoenix (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Twenty acre recreational area operated by Phoenix Lodge No. 335, B.P.O. Elks, is open year around for enjoyment by Elks and their guests. The Park, in addition to modern swimming and wading pools, includes cocktail lounge, dining room auditorium, outdoor fireplaces and other attractions. Downtown Elks Lodge and club, 330 W. Washington Street.

Phoenix Downtown Travelodge, 402 West Van Buren U. S. 60, 70, 80, 89

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:14:32 +0100

Title:
Phoenix Downtown Travelodge, 402 West Van Buren U. S. 60, 70, 80, 89
Phoenix (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
40 Units ? Heated Pool ? Refrigerated Air ? Phones ? Free Television ? Kitchenettes ? Private Patios

Bullion Plaza School