CardCow Vintage Postcards

Skeleton George

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:30:40 +0100

Title:
Skeleton George
(VA), Linen PM 1924 Oct-09

Description:
Caverns of Luray

Dulles International Airport

Mon, 6 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Title:
Dulles International Airport
Dulles (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
The aerial gateway to Washington is the Dulles International Airport. Covering 10,000 acres of Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Northern Virginia. This modern architectural wonder was the first airport designed specifically for jet transports.

The Chamberlin

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

Title:
The Chamberlin
Old Point Comfort (VA), Real Photo unused

Description:
“America's First Resort”

View Of Wheeling

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

Title:
View Of Wheeling
Wheeling (VA), Real Photo unused

Description:
The Suspension bridge showing river front of city and Island in 1850, from a daguerreotype by partridge, picture owned by john f. Richardson Esq.

Romance of American History

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Romance of American History
Grave Creek (VA), Divided Back PM 1910 Jul-15

Description:
Great Mound on the banks of the Ohio. Near Grave Creek. This Mammoth Mound is the largest prehistoric Monument in America. It is 79 ft. high. 900 ft. in circumference at base. Discovered 1772. Opened in 1838 by a tunnel along the natural surface to the center and a shaft from the apex to tunnel. 2 vaults constructed of timber were revealed in which were found 3 human skeletons, and numerous ornaments of copper, iron, mica and bone, also a curiously carved stone, the Characters on which have never been deciphered. Located at moundsville, W. Va. And is now owned by the state of W. Va.

Field Maneuvers

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 06:48:06 +0100

Title:
Field Maneuvers
Manassas (VA), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1904 Sep-06

Description:
Field Maneuvers, Spent., 1904. Soldiers Refreshing Themselves after a hard day's work.

Jamestown Park

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:15:31 +0100

Title:
Jamestown Park
Jamestown Park (VA), Chrome PM 1957 Jul-02

Description:
An artist's conception of Jamestown park, built by the commonwealth of Virginia as a central area for the Jamestown Festival. The permanent park, located a mile on upstream for Jamestown island, includes several main exhibit buildings and authentic restorations of James Fort and the first three ships.

Quality Inn Governor, 6650 Arlington Boulevard Route 50

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 06:05:26 +0100

Title:
Quality Inn Governor, 6650 Arlington Boulevard Route 50
Falls Church (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
A luxurious motor hotel of colonial design, with 123 quality rooms. You will enjoy color TV, swimming pool, recreation room, restaurant and, of course, the convenience of 24-hour phone service and front door parking. There are excellent shopping facilities close by and downtown Washington is only a few minutes away. Also, the Governor's Room offers banquet and conference accommodations.

United States Wireless Station

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:56:40 +0100

Title:
United States Wireless Station
Fort Myers (VA), White Border PM 1916 Apr-18

Description:
Situated at the southwestern end of Fort Myer Military Reservation opposite Washington, D.C. Built by the United States Navy Department Bureau of Steam Engineering. Land ceded to the Navy Department by the War Department. Rated power of station 100 kilowatts. Towers, one 600 feet high 150 feet square at the base, two 450 feet high 120 feet square at the base, located at angles of an isosceles triangle, large tower at the apex base of triangle 350 feet between centers of towers, perpendicular to base 350 feet. Normal range; day 2,000 miles, night 3,000 miles. Cost about $250,000.

Sun Parlor, National Home, B.P.O. Of Elks

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:25:00 +0100

Title:
Sun Parlor, National Home, B.P.O. Of Elks
Bedford (VA), White Border unused

Lodge Room, National Home B.P.O. Of Elks

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:25:00 +0100

Title:
Lodge Room, National Home B.P.O. Of Elks
Bedford (VA), White Border unused

View In Camp Lee

Fri, 30 May 2008 23:34:50 +0100

Title:
View In Camp Lee
Petersburgh (VA), Divided Back unused

Harbor At Tangier Island

Fri, 30 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Harbor At Tangier Island
Tangier Island (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
Showing arrival of the Mail and Passenger Boat from Crisfield, Maryland. The Motor Scooter is the only powered vehicle used on the Island.

U. S. Wireless Station

Fri, 30 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
U. S. Wireless Station
Fort Myer (VA), Divided Back unused

Description:
The United States Naval Radio Station at Radio, Virgina. Situated at the southwestern end of the Fort Myer Military Reservation opposite Washington, D. C. Built by the United States Navy Department (Bureau of Steam Engineering). Land ceded to the Navy Department by the War Department. Rated power of station 100 kilowatts. Towers, one 600 feet high 150 feet square at the base, two 450 feet high 120 feet square at the base, located at angles of an isosceles triangle, large tower at the apex, base of triangle 350 feet between centers of towers perpendicular to base 350 feet. Normal range day 2000 miles night 3000 miles. Cost about $250,000.

Washington St. Alexandria Looking North

Tue, 20 May 2008 01:11:05 +0100

Title:
Washington St. Alexandria Looking North
St. Alexandria (VA), Divided Back PM 1912 Aug-17

A Robert Meyer Hotel

Sun, 18 May 2008 21:50:41 +0100

Title:
A Robert Meyer Hotel
Roakone (VA), Linen unused

Description:
400 rooms with bath, Ceiling Fan, Circulating Ice Water. Garage direct entrance to lobby.

Mt. Vernon Wharf

Tue, 6 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Title:
Mt. Vernon Wharf
(VA), Divided Back unused

Wharf

Tue, 6 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Title:
Wharf
(VA), Divided Back unused

Scotchtown, Highway 685

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:51:39 +0100

Title:
Scotchtown, Highway 685
Hanover County (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
Scotchtown - Patrick Henry's home 1771 - 1778. Dolley Madison's girlhood home. Situated on Highway 685 in Hanover County, Virginia. Open April - October, 10 AM - 4.30 PM.

Triple R Ranch

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:51:35 +0100

Title:
Triple R Ranch
Chesapeake (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
In addition to Horseback Riding, ranchers enjoy Archery, Swimming, Riflery, Canoeing & Crafts.

Sugar Tree Hollow Koa Campground, Highway 56

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:51:35 +0100

Title:
Sugar Tree Hollow Koa Campground, Highway 56
Vesuvius (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains overlooking the Shenandoah Valley

The Pink House, U. S. No. 17 at 43rd Avenue

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:51:32 +0100

Title:
The Pink House, U. S. No. 17 at 43rd Avenue
Myrtle Beach (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
This distinctive Club Hotel is one block from and overlooks the ocean, and is renowned for its superb dining. In beautiful setting of five acres, the manor House and its surrounding guest homes are authentic architectural replicas of Colonial Williamsburg, Va. Three air-conditioned dinning rooms and an exclusive gift shop are located in the main Manor House. House guests are the evening dinner guests are selected by reservation only. Located on North Kingshighway (U.S. No. 17) at 43rd Avenue, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Main Dock

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:51:28 +0100

Title:
Main Dock
Comfort (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
Main Dock, Old Point Comfort, Virginia seen from Hotel Chamberlin - Originally built in 1862 for the landing of the Army of the Potomac when Maj. Gen. George B. McClellan tried to capture Richmond by advancing up the Virginia Peninsula. The island in left background is Ford Wool, which, with Fort Monroe, controlled the channel into Hampton Roads.

Powhatan Moor Lodge, Route 60

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:51:28 +0100

Title:
Powhatan Moor Lodge, Route 60
Norge (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
Ten minutes west of Williamburg. Twenty modern units. Air conditioned. Private Tile Bath. Television. Owned and managed by Eva and George Hitchens. Phone 564-3308

Tourinns Motor Courts

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:51:13 +0100

Title:
Tourinns Motor Courts
Pitsburgh (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
Open year around, 100% air conditioned. Restaurant. Service Station. The "Best." AAA Superior Duncan Hines. Located near: Ft. Wayne, Ind.; Pittsburgh, Pa.; Allentown, Pa.; Wilmington, Del.; Stevensville, Md. (Annapolis); Kiptopeke Beach, Va. (Norfolk).

Pohick Episcopal Church, Fairfax County

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:51:09 +0100

Title:
Pohick Episcopal Church, Fairfax County
Lorton (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
This historic Colonial Church was built between 1769 and 1774. George Washington of Mount Vernon and George Mason of Gunston Hall, both vestrymen for many years, were members of the Building Committee. The ground plans and elevation were drawn by Washington.

Warm Springs Inn

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:51:09 +0100

Title:
Warm Springs Inn
Warm Springs (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
This attractive dining room with plate collection was made possible by our visiting guests and friends. This room was once the court room of the Bath County Court House, built in 1791. The Routiers aim to render up to date continental service, yet still retaining the old air of Southern hospitality, and home-like atmosphere.

The Square, Gristmill Square

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:51:09 +0100

Title:
The Square, Gristmill Square
Warm Springs (VA), Chrome unused

Warm Springs Presbyterian Church

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:51:09 +0100

Title:
Warm Springs Presbyterian Church
Warm Springs (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
Organized 1824. This delightful little valley church has served the mountain folk and many famous visitors to this Virginia "Shang-ri-La."

Philip Morris's Manufacturing Center

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:51:02 +0100

Title:
Philip Morris's Manufacturing Center
South Richmond (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
Philip Morris's Manufacturing Center, located in south Richmond, Virginia n I-95. The Manufacturing Center is part of an Operations Center, which also includes Research & Development, Finance, and Engineering. Currently producing more than 400 million cigarettes per day, the manufacturing facility will have a capacity of 140 billion cigarettes per year, making it the largest cigarette producing facility in the world.

Brook Run Lodge Motel, Highways 1 and 301

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:50:55 +0100

Title:
Brook Run Lodge Motel, Highways 1 and 301
North Richmond (VA), Chrome PM 1965 Aug-22

Description:
On Highways 1 & 301, just North of Richmond City Limits. A Modern Motel of 52 Rooms, with Tile Baths. Some Rooms Air-Conditioned. Beautifully Landscaped Grounds. Restaurants Nearby. Only 15 Minutes from downtown Richmond. 5221 Brook Road, Richmond 27, Virginia.

Jamestown Park

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:50:51 +0100

Title:
Jamestown Park
Jamestown Park (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
An artist's conception of Jamestown Park, built by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a central area for the Jamestown Festival. The permanent park, located a mile upstream from Jamestown Island, includes several main exhibit buildings and authentic restorations of James Fort and the first three ships.

Reception Center, Festival Park

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:50:51 +0100

Title:
Reception Center, Festival Park
Jamestown Park (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
Reception Center at Festival Park, Jamestown, Virginia

Lazy Susan Inn, U. S. Route 1

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:50:47 +0100

Title:
Lazy Susan Inn, U. S. Route 1
Woodbridge (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
Located junction Shirley Freeway and U.S Route 1, just North of Woodbridge, Virginia. On "Kings House Hill" overlooking Potomac and Occoquan Rivers. Family dining in the country. "Susan" table service. Lunch and Dinner 12:00 noon- 10:00 P.M. Telephone GYpsy 4.4937.

Arya Motor Hotel

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:50:47 +0100

Title:
Arya Motor Hotel
Avlington (VA), Chrome PM Apr-24

Description:
1 Mile West of Wash., D.C. on U.S # 50 Sight-seeing Tours 133 Air Conditioned Rooms - Swimming Pool Restaurant - T.V. -FM Radio -Phones - Immediately adjacent to a Beauty and Barber Shop - Dry Cleaning and Laundry facilities - Drugstore - etc.

Interstate Campground

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:50:45 +0100

Title:
Interstate Campground
Chilhowie (VA), Chrome unused

Description:
Just off 1-81 at exit 14,39 miles north of Bristol. Virginia-Tennesee state line. Five miles south of Marion. Virginia at entrance to Mount Rogers National Recreation Area, in beautiful mountains of Southwest Virginia. Swimming pool, laundry, showers, all hookups, grocery store, miniature golf and game room. Interstate Campground P.O. Drawer AM- Chilhowie. VA (703) 646-8384 Reservations accepted

Norfolk Virginia