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State Flag Of Tennessee

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Title:
State Flag Of Tennessee
(TN), Chrome unused

Description:
The State flag was designed by LeRoy Reeves, of the third Regiment, Tennessee Infantry, who made the following explanation of his design: . . . "The three stars of pure white, representing the three grand divisions of the state are bound together by the endless circle of the blue field, the symbol being three bound together in one . . . an indissolube trinity." The flag was adopted as the official flag of the State of Tennessee by an Act of the Legislature passed in 1905.

A Daughter Of Tennessee

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 08:02:00 +0100

Title:
A Daughter Of Tennessee
(TN), Divided Back PM 1913 Nov-13

House Of Cash With One Piece At A Time

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

Title:
House Of Cash With One Piece At A Time
(TN), Continental Chrome unused

Description:
Cadillac out front

Lookout Mountain

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

Title:
Lookout Mountain
Chattanooga (TN), Real Photo unused

Dixie Lee Motel, Junction U. S. 11 and 70

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 04:36:13 +0100

Title:
Dixie Lee Motel, Junction U. S. 11 and 70
Martel (TN), Linen unused

Description:
20 miles West of Knoxville

Johnny Cash's Home

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Title:
Johnny Cash's Home
(TN), Continental Chrome unused

Greetings From Tennessee

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Greetings From Tennessee
(TN), Chrome unused

Description:
1. State Capitol, Nashville. 2. Doughboy Statue in Overton park, Memphis. 3. The Hermitage, Home of Andrew Jackson. 4. The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. 5. Tennessee State Shrine, "Rocky Mount". 6. Clingman's Dome Parking Area, Great Smoky Mt. National Park. 7. A breathtaking vista. 8. Rhododendrons in the springtime on a mountain side. 9. Davy Crockett's birthplace, Limestone. 10. Bristol International Speedway. 11. The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. 12. Cotton Picking Time. 13. The Delta Queen. 14. Fishing is fine in Tennessee. 15. The Chimneys in the Smoky Mts.

The Glass House

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 06:18:43 +0100

Title:
The Glass House
Helenwood (TN), Real Photo unused

Views In Rock City Gardens

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 05:05:41 +0100

Title:
Views In Rock City Gardens
Rock City (TN), Linen PM Apr-00

Description:
Drive your own car and follow the yellow line up Lookout Mountain to Rock City Gardens where one sees into seven sates. "Every lover of nature should see this spot. Through the years man has planted and developed many beautiful gardens which have grown into great show places but nature took a million years to build Rock City."

Brady's Point Signal Mountain

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 05:05:13 +0100

Title:
Brady's Point Signal Mountain
Cattanooa (TN), Linen unused

The Glass House Restaurant, U. S. 27

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 05:03:13 +0100

Title:
The Glass House Restaurant, U. S. 27
Helenwood (TN), Linen unused

Description:
The Glass House Restaurant and modern cottages steam heat -- hot and cold water showers and toilets in each cottage On U. S Highway 27,65 Miles south of Somerset, Kentucky Forty-seven Miles North of Harriman, Tennessee Helenwood, Tennessee.

New Shelby Motel, U. S. 25 W North Tennessee Ave

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 05:52:40 +0100

Title:
New Shelby Motel, U. S. 25 W North Tennessee Ave
LaFollette (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
Only city on Norris Lake - Modern White Stucco Brick Cabins - Private Bath - Steam Heat and Air Conditioned - Open day or night - Outside Grill and a Play round for children. Telephone 9111. Charles H. Russell, Manager.

Tramway And Building On The Parkway

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 05:52:33 +0100

Title:
Tramway And Building On The Parkway
Gatlingburg (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
The tramway is the latest attraction in Gatlinburg and features a very interesting trip to the top of mount Harrison. The aerial tramway travels a distance of 11,000 ft. (2.1 miles), rising from the parkway station to the mountain station and the trip takes approximately 10 minutes.

Cooper Court

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 05:52:32 +0100

Title:
Cooper Court
Gatlingburg (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
A new motel with knotty pine interiors, tiled baths, Simmons metal furnishings, radiant heat, easy chairs. Open all year write, wire or phone for reservations.

The Fort Donelson Visitor Center

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 05:52:31 +0100

Title:
The Fort Donelson Visitor Center
Dover (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
The Fort Donelson visitor center at fort Donelson national battlefield, 'Dover, t Tennessee. It opened in February 1962, the centennial of the battle here, and is administered by the department of the interior, national park service. Here, visitors may browse the museum and see a 15-minute theater program. The battlefield can be seen from the observation deck.

Shiloh National Military Park

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 05:52:31 +0100

Title:
Shiloh National Military Park
Shiloh (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
Shiloh church, on site of original Shiloh church site, here stood the original Shiloh church, from which the bottle took its name. The present church was completed in 1949.

Colonial House, Interstate 75, exit 32

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 05:52:30 +0100

Title:
Colonial House, Interstate 75, exit 32
Caryville (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
Restaurant, gifts, souvenirs and local crafts. Clean rest rooms. Mobil oil products

Holiday Inn Of Caryville

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 05:52:30 +0100

Title:
Holiday Inn Of Caryville
Caryville (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
On 1-75 near Cumberland mountains Norris Dam Oak Ridge Museum excellent fishing restaurant swimming pool

National Boulevard And Cannon Ball Monument

Sat, 24 Nov 2007 22:26:52 +0100

Title:
National Boulevard And Cannon Ball Monument
Chatanooa (TN), Divided Back PM 1909 Aug-16

Dixie Plaza Motel, National Historical Park

Sat, 24 Nov 2007 08:00:00 +0100

Title:
Dixie Plaza Motel, National Historical Park
Tazewell (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
100% Air-Conditioned Free TV Double Beds. Electric Heat Simmons Bedding Spacious Rooms. Dixie Plaza Motel. 10 Mi. South Cumberland Gap. National historical park Recommended by Duncan Hines. Fred M. Hurst Owner-Mgr. U. s. 25E. Tazewell, Tenn.

Edgewater Motel

Sat, 24 Nov 2007 08:00:00 +0100

Title:
Edgewater Motel
Gatlinsburg (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
One of Gatlinburg's Most Distinctive Motels On the bank of the Little Pigeon river in the Center of Town. 33 Units with central heating and air conditioning. Room phones, free TV and Hi-Fi, refrigerator and free coffee in every room. Free baby cribs and strollers. Baby sitters available. Large lounge and conference room. Heated pool on the mountainside at interior sun deck and third floor level. Terrace and walk on the river. Near excellent eating places. One-half block from shopping area. for reservations write Box 421 or phone 436-4151, Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Owner Operated Mr. and Mrs. Buford A. Townsend and Mr. and Mrs. Edward B. Hodges. Open all year.

Greetings From Tennessee Map

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Greetings From Tennessee Map
(TN), Linen PM 1948 Apr-20

Description:
1-Reelfoot Lake, Tiptonville; 2-State Capitol, Nashville; 3-Hermitage, Nashville, 4-Norris Dam, Knoxville; 5-Loop Over, Great Smoky Mountains National Park; 6-Moccasin Bend, Chattanooga; 7-Scene on the Mississippi River, Memphis; 8-Cumberland River Approaching Cunningham Bridge, near Clarksville.

Parking Area At Newfound Gap

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Parking Area At Newfound Gap
(TN), Linen unused

Description:
Parking Area at Newfound Gap as Seen from the Laura Spelman Rockefeller Memorial. This is the highest point on the Newfound Gap Highway which crosses through the center of the National Park and connects Tennessee and North Carolina. It is the starting point of the Skyway Highway to Clingman's Dome, whose peak may be seen in the distance.

National Boulevard

Sat, 8 Sep 2007 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
National Boulevard
Missionary Ridge (TN), Divided Back PM 1909 Apr-28

Watts Bar Dam

Mon, 3 Sep 2007 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Watts Bar Dam
Watts Bar Dam (TN), Chrome unused

Beautiful Buffalo River

Wed, 25 Jul 2007 06:42:25 +0100

Title:
Beautiful Buffalo River
Buffalo (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
Interstate Forty crossing of the Buffalo River at Buffalo, Tennessee. The Buffalo River valley of Southern Tennessee offers unusual rural beauty and sporting interest. Many boating and fishing enthusiasts enjoy the fast current and clear water of the lower Buffalo for canoeing and "float trips."

Tennessee State Capitol

Tue, 24 Jul 2007 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Tennessee State Capitol
Baton Rouge (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
The Tenn. State Capitol Building was erected in 1845-1853 at a cost of$2,500,000.00. The architecture is that of a Greek lonic Temple. It is located on a plateau 175' above the Cumberland River and is a landmark for the entire area.

Out From Jim Hutchcraft's Place

Tue, 3 Jul 2007 01:56:22 +0100

Title:
Out From Jim Hutchcraft's Place
Reelfoot Lake (TN), Linen unused

Description:
Reel foot Lake, Tennessee, a state park of 20,000 acres of water and uncounted miles of shore line, was once the hunting grounds of the Chicasaw Indians. He lake was formed by a series of earthquakes in 1811 and 1812. Known as the "Fisherman's Paradise", it is equally attractive for hunting, boating, and swimming. It is partronized by sportsmen and vacationists from every state in the Union.

Old Main Freed Hardeman College, Freed-Hardeman College

Tue, 3 Jul 2007 00:44:55 +0100

Title:
Old Main Freed Hardeman College, Freed-Hardeman College
Henderson (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
For over seventy years the Bell Tower atop Old Main has been the symbol of Freed-Hardeman College. Today the building built in 1908 by A. G. Freed and N. B. Hardeman, houses administrative and faculty offices, general classrooms, music studios and practice rooms, the historical collection, and Chapel Hall.

A Contact Plant For Making Strong Sulphuric Acid

Mon, 2 Jul 2007 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
A Contact Plant For Making Strong Sulphuric Acid
Copperhill (TN), Chrome PM 1959 Apr-08

Description:
A Contact Plant for making strong sulphuric acid, Copper Basin, near Copper hill, Tenn. The Tennessee Copper Company has a series of contact plants in the Basin producing strong sulphuric acid for use in manufacturing synthetic textile fibers, plastics, and other chemical products.

Mt. Aetna Entrance Building

Mon, 2 Jul 2007 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Mt. Aetna Entrance Building
Mt. Aetna (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
The Spectacular ride from the spacious Gift Shop and Entrance Building ascends 2800 feet to the summit of Mt. Aetna. Breathtaking views of Lookout Valley and Chattanooga. Don't miss the subterranean tour in beautiful Crystal Cave! Just 4 1/2 miles from Chattanooga, Tenn. on U. S. 41 North.

Methodist Episcopal Church

Mon, 2 Jul 2007 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Methodist Episcopal Church
Athens (TN), Linen unused

Description:
Now Trinity United Methodist Church, adjacent to Tennessee Wesleyan College.

Tennessee State Girl

Sun, 24 Jun 2007 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Tennessee State Girl
(TN), Divided Back PM 1907 Aug-29

First Baptist Church, 505 South Main

Sun, 3 Jun 2007 02:23:59 +0100

Title:
First Baptist Church, 505 South Main
Jellico (TN), Chrome unused

Bird's Eye View Of Fort Oglethorpe

Tue, 22 May 2007 04:11:43 +0100

Title:
Bird's Eye View Of Fort Oglethorpe
Near Chattanooga (TN), White Border unused

Description:
Only Southern city with a Brigade Post with an area of 17,600 acres; 77 buildings, to accommodate 5,000 U.S. Troops. Only eight miles over a perfect boulevard, or trolley line, to the great National Chickamauga Park.

Cumberland Motel, U. S. 41

Sun, 11 Feb 2007 00:26:25 +0100

Title:
Cumberland Motel, U. S. 41
Manchester (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
South of City on U. S. 41 - 70 Units - Tiled Baths Combination Tub and Shower - Wall to Wall Carpets - Electric Heat - 100% Air Conditioned - TV and Telephone In Every Room - Heated Swimming Pool - Shuffleboard - Glass House Restaurant Adjoining. Telephone Parkway 8-3561

Holiday Inn, 350 Harding Place & 1-24

Sun, 11 Feb 2007 00:26:25 +0100

Title:
Holiday Inn, 350 Harding Place & 1-24
Nashvile (TN), Chrome unused

Description:
Come park your coach and enjoy our unique western-style full service restaurant. Grody's Place . . . While you are in the area, sit a spell in our Water hole Lounge, it's a pleasure.

Grammar School

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 22:06:00 +0100

Title:
Grammar School
Oneida (TN), Real Photo unused

Ocoee Gorge

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 22:05:00 +0100

Title:
Ocoee Gorge
Ducktown (TN), Real Photo unused

Description:
U. S. 64.

Entrance Cumberland State Park

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 21:57:00 +0100

Title:
Entrance Cumberland State Park
Crossville (TN), Real Photo PM 1957

New Moneagle Hotel

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 08:00:00 +0100

Title:
New Moneagle Hotel
Cumberland Plateau (TN), Real Photo PM 1935

Description:
Cumberland Plateau Elv. 2000 Ft. U. S. 41

Campus Scene, Martin College

Sat, 16 Dec 2006 05:48:50 +0100

Title:
Campus Scene, Martin College
Pulaski (TN), Linen unused

Description:
Campus of Martin College founded 1870 by gift from Thomas Martin, a prominent citizen of Pulaski. Owned and operated by the Methodist Church. Co-educational. Specializes in liberal arts and teacher training.

Bloody Pond, Shiloh National Military Park

Thu, 14 Dec 2006 04:28:59 +0100

Title:
Bloody Pond, Shiloh National Military Park
Pittsburg Landing (TN), Divided Back PM 1916

U. S. Post Office

Wed, 13 Dec 2006 19:51:00 +0100

Title:
U. S. Post Office
Manchester (TN), Linen unused

Pete Smith'S Watts-Bar Resort

Sun, 10 Dec 2006 00:56:09 +0100

Title:
Pete Smith'S Watts-Bar Resort
Watts Bar Dam (TN), Chrome PM 1971

Description:
COMPLETE RESORT FACILITIES FOR YOUR VACATIONING

Greetings From Tennessee

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 19:17:00 +0100

Title:
Greetings From Tennessee
(TN), Chrome unused

Description:
Greetings from the Moonshine State. Tennessee is Habit Forming. It's a place where traditions are cherished and progress is a way of life. - - - Keep Tennessee Green, Bring Money!

Greetings From Tennessee

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 19:16:00 +0100

Title:
Greetings From Tennessee
(TN), Chrome unused

Description:
"Volunteer State" Capital: Nashville, Area: 42,244 sq. mi. Population: 3,567,089. Motto: Agriculture, Commerce. Flower: Iris. Bird: Mockingbird. Tree: Tulip Poplar. 16th State admitted to the Union.

Greetings From Tennessee

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 19:13:00 +0100

Title:
Greetings From Tennessee
(TN), Chrome unused

Description:
Nickname - Valunteer State. State Capital - Nashville. State Flower - Iris Area in Sq. Miles 42,022. Entered the Union, June 1, 1796.

Spring St. Presbyterian Church

Sun, 29 Oct 2006 05:51:02 +0100

Title:
Spring St. Presbyterian Church
McMINNVILLE (TN), White Border unused

Diagram Of TVA Water Control System

Mon, 9 Oct 2006 08:33:00 +0100

Title:
Diagram Of TVA Water Control System
(TN), Linen PM 1951

Description:
26 dams are operated as a unit. Reservoir levels are balanced against power needs and flood dangers. An inexhaustible natural resource is put to use