CardCow Vintage Postcards

Court House

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:29:36 +0100

Court House, Boise Idaho (ID) , Linen, unused
Erected at a cost of $500,000, the Ada Country Courthouse is one of the finest in the nation. Gold from Boise Basin, a two hour drive from the city, first brought Ada County into prominence during the 1860's. This wealthy Basin during its heyday has produced more than $100,000,000.

Union Depot

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:29:35 +0100

Union Depot, Pocatello Idaho (ID) , Linen, unused
Picturesquely situated in the winding Portneuf River Valley, sheltered by mountains, Pocatello combines the charm and beauty of a residential and university city, with the excitement of the old west. The city is a never-ending source of delight to visitors, with Indians from the Fort Hall Reservation in their colorful attire, seen constantly on the streets.

Eighth Green, Ross Park

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:29:34 +0100

Eighth Green, Ross Park, Pocatello Idaho (ID) , Linen, unused
This city is the air, rail and trail center of Idaho. It provides an ideal headquarters for summer vacationists. Sports are varied, scenery is superb, charm and beauty abounds. Picturesquely located in the winding Portneuf River Valley, sheltered by mountains, Pocatello is a place to be visited and revisited.

Pond's Lodge

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:29:33 +0100

Pond's Lodge, Island Park Idaho (ID) , Linen, 1C stamp

Sun Valley

Mon, 6 Oct 2008 04:21:09 +0100

Title:
Sun Valley
Sun Valley (ID), Chrome unused

Description:
Sun Valley Lodge, as seen form Penny Mountian. Some of the world's best skiing, skating, and winter sports can be had at this famous resort.

Syringa Idaho State Flower

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 08:02:12 +0100

Title:
Syringa Idaho State Flower
(ID), Divided Back unused

Description:
With this space and bit of ink I fear I can not make you think Of all the nice things I'd have you know of our fair sister Idaho. Shoshone Falls

State Capitol Gold Embossed

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 08:02:03 +0100

Title:
State Capitol Gold Embossed
Boise (ID), Divided Back unused

Snowslide At Mace

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 08:01:52 +0100

Title:
Snowslide At Mace
(ID), Divided Back unused

Description:
Snowslide at Mace, Idaho, February 27, 1910, showing path of slide down mountain from opposite side of canyon Wrecked houses in the foreground. Twelve persons were killed and many injured.

Snowslide At Mace

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 08:01:52 +0100

Title:
Snowslide At Mace
(ID), Divided Back unused

Description:
Snowslide at Mace, Idaho, February 27, 1910, and wreck of Supt. Pascoe's residence of Federal Mining Co. There were killed and two injured. First house struck by the slide and farthest down the Canyon.

Snowslide At Burke

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 08:01:52 +0100

Title:
Snowslide At Burke
(ID), Divided Back unused

Description:
Snowslide at Burke, Idaho. February 28, 1910, which demolished ten residences and killed five persons. Looking up West Heela gulch, down which the slide came from Custer Peak.

Forest Fire At Payette Lake

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 08:01:48 +0100

Title:
Forest Fire At Payette Lake
(ID), Divided Back PM 1911 Jul-29

Description:
Actual photograph of Forest fire made at Payette Lake during the month of August 1910. Miles upon miles of the national Forest reserve were burned over by this fire and at night the lake was illuminated by the fierce red glow of the flames. Many lives were lost in the National Forest fires and Millions of dollars in lumber was consumed. The fires in many instances burning with such rapidity that razing sheep were unable to escape

Warm Springs Bald Mountain

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Title:
Warm Springs Bald Mountain
Continental Chrome PM 1982 Feb-06

Description:
Warm Springs Chair Lift is one of two accesses that lift skiers to the top of Mt. “Baldy” mountain with an elevation of 9,150 ft. and a vertical rise of 3,310 ft.

Bradley Field Skytel

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

Title:
Bradley Field Skytel
Boise (ID), Real Photo unused

Worlds Longest All Wooden Bridge

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

Title:
Worlds Longest All Wooden Bridge
Sandpoint (ID), Real Photo unused

Description:
Length 2 miles

Electric Terminal

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:27:51 +0100

Title:
Electric Terminal
Coeur D'Alene (ID), Divided Back unused

Description:
Coeur d'Alene is the chief city of Northern Idaho, having a population of 8000. It is 34 miles east of Spokane, Wash, and is connected by the Coeur d'Alene electric railway and the N.P. Ry.

Camp Pend Oroille

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

Title:
Camp Pend Oroille
Sandpoint (ID), Real Photo unused

The Christiania Motor Lodge, Sun Valley Road

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:16:41 +0100

Title:
The Christiania Motor Lodge, Sun Valley Road
Ketchum (ID), Chrome PM 1959 Jun-29

Description:
Combination tubs & Showers, free TV in rooms, heated swimming pool. Hot water heat with individual controls, phones in all rooms. Some kitchenettes and fire places. ?The Newest and Finest in the best vacation land in the World.? Chuck Atkinson. Manager.

Ponderosa Inns

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:14:29 +0100

Title:
Ponderosa Inns
Burley (ID), Chrome unused

Description:
202 air conditioned units, convention center seating 1500 people, beautiful grounds, excellent dining room, coffee shop, gift shop, cocktail lounge, 2 heated swimming pools, nine hole par 3 golf course, beauty shop, barber shop, and gas station. Airport courtesy car service and television and direct dial telephones service in every room are also provided.

The Nobby Inn, Highway 95

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:14:29 +0100

Title:
The Nobby Inn, Highway 95
Moscow (ID), Chrome unused

Description:
On Highway 95 ? in the center of downtown Moscow, Idaho ? within walking distance of the beautiful University of Idaho Campus ? is The Nobby Inn ? whose slogan for 20 years has been, ?Home of Moscow's finest foods and beverages?, and we strive with our every service to live up to this idea.

Boulevard Motel, 1121 Capitol Blvd. U. S. 20-30

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:14:28 +0100

Title:
Boulevard Motel, 1121 Capitol Blvd. U. S. 20-30
Boise (ID), Chrome unused

Description:
21 nicely furnished units with full-tile baths. Central heating. Room telephones and radios. Near City center. Close to good restaurants. TV and Refrigerated Air Conditioning

Campbell's Hotel Rogers

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:14:28 +0100

Title:
Campbell's Hotel Rogers
Idaho Falls (ID), Chrome unused

Description:
160 rooms with bath. 3-hour drive to Yellowstone National Park; 3?-hour drive to Sun Valley; 2 ?-hour drive to Jackson Hole country. Our services include: Coffee Shop ? Dining Rooms ? Cocktail Lounge ? Barber Shop ? Beauty Salon ? Flower Shop ? News Service ? AAA Office ? Public Stenographer. ?One of America's Better Places to Eat and Sleep.?

Franklin County Courthouse

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:14:28 +0100

Title:
Franklin County Courthouse
Preston (ID), Chrome unused

Plaza Motel, 427 South Highway 91

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:14:28 +0100

Title:
Plaza Motel, 427 South Highway 91
Preston (ID), Chrome unused

Description:
16 Ultra Modern Units. Electric Heat, Air-Conditioned, Room controls. Color T.V., Queen Beds. Room Phones. Combination Tub Showers. Quiet. Conveniently located.

Idaho State University