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

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.

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

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.

Jokake Ranch

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

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

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.

Bullion Plaza School

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:14:31 +0100

Title:
Bullion Plaza School
Miami (AZ), Chrome unused

Santa Rita In The Desert

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:14:31 +0100

Title:
Santa Rita In The Desert
Vail (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Catholic shrine in honor of St. Rita, advocate in desperate cases; built by Mrs. Charles Beach as a memorial to the Takamine family. The church is located on Vail Road from Hwy. 10 to the Colossal Cave. Masses: Saturday at 5:00 p.m. And Sunday at 10:00 a.m.

Hoover Boulder Dam

Mon, 7 Jul 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Hoover Boulder Dam
Boulder Dam (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
This famous scenic attraction is visited by millions annually, particularly as the main highway to all points in Arizona travels right across the top of the Dam as can be seen here. A spectacular view from the top of the Dam and guided tours down into the Dam make a stop here a ?must.?

Carefree Inn And Resort, P. O. Box 708

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 07:54:48 +0100

Title:
Carefree Inn And Resort, P. O. Box 708
Carefree (AZ), Continental Chrome unused

Description:
Where the sun marks time? and every thing is planned with you in mind. The beautiful 18 hole Boulders Golf Course, a 4100 foot paved and lighted airport, convention facilities, tennis, swimming, and memorable desert horseback rides.

Kachina Dolls From Arizona

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 07:54:47 +0100

Title:
Kachina Dolls From Arizona
Kachinas (AZ), Continental Chrome unused

Description:
To the Hopi and Zuni Indians of northern Arizona and New Mexico, kachinas are supernatural beings that help them in their everyday lives. According to ritual, tribesmen impersonate both male and female kachinas and perform dances to call forth assistance from these supernatural forces. The Crow Mother is considered by some Hopis to be hoots disapproval if they are noisy or misbehave. The fierce Black Ogre demands food from the children and threatens to eat them if not satisfied. These 6" hand painted figurines are collected by visitors as token mementos of the many elaborately carved kachinas.

Bullhead City Ariz./Laughlin Nev

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Bullhead City Ariz./Laughlin Nev
Bullhead City (AZ), Continental Chrome unused

Description:
Looking at Casino Row in Laughlin, Nevada from across the Colorado River in Bullhead City, Arizona, the fastest-growing resort community in the country.

Residence Street

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 23:49:06 +0100

Title:
Residence Street
Phonex (AZ), Divided Back unused

The Bad Lands

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

Title:
The Bad Lands
Scenic (AZ), White Border unused

Description:
The North Petrified Forest was discovered by John Muir in 1906 and many finely preserved Sigillaria trees with their peculiar roots and leaf marks show plainly that in this place flourished one of the noblest forests of the Carboniferous Period. The Trees grew where they now lie and there are many standing stumps vislible. This forest is famed for its basin, the north wall of which is sculptured like the Grand Canyon.

Five Mile Landing, Post Office Box 31

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:33:01 +0100

Title:
Five Mile Landing, Post Office Box 31
Topoc (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Some of the finest Bass and Cat fishing along the Colorado River • North of Topoc on the Oatman Road. "Leonard and Eleanor Cooper.

Home On The Range Motel, Highway 86

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:33:00 +0100

Title:
Home On The Range Motel, Highway 86
Bowie (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Giant Kachina dolls welcome the motorist to the sun kissed patio, where the green lawn and sunken lily pools make an oasis in the desert.

Reed's Motor Lodge, U. S. 60 and 260

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:33:00 +0100

Title:
Reed's Motor Lodge, U. S. 60 and 260
Springerville (AZ), Chrome PM 1958 May-13

Description:
Springerville's Newest and Finest Accommodations

Sasabe

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:59 +0100

Title:
Sasabe
Sasabe (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Established and owned by pioneers Carlos and Louisa Escalante the village became the official border crossing into old Mexico. Tourists come here on their way south to fish the waters of Gulf de California. Mexican Cattle and burnt adobe are imported. Large guest and cattle ranches are nearby

Maryland Park Apartments, 6504 West Maryland Avenue

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:59 +0100

Title:
Maryland Park Apartments, 6504 West Maryland Avenue
Glendale (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
5 Minutes to Phoenix 10 Minutes to Sun City 12 Minutes to Luke Air Force Base. 44 Apartments - 1 or 2 Bedroom. Furnished or Unfurnished. By Week, Month, or Year. Heated Pool. Refrigeration. Adjoining Shopping Center. Downtown Glendale 1 Mile.

Bird Cage Theater

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:59 +0100

Title:
Bird Cage Theater
Tomstone (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
A famous theatre in a famous town, the Bird Cage was the stage for the old timers who were venturesome enough to play to an audience of miners, gunmen, rustlers and desperados in a town drenched in sin and silver.

Kenyon Ranch

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:58 +0100

Title:
Kenyon Ranch
Tumacacori (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Guests trail riding with the beautiful Santa Rita Mountains in the background

Kaibab Lodge

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:58 +0100

Title:
Kaibab Lodge
Fredonia (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Kaibab Lodge, located on Highway 67, five miles from north entrance Grand Canyon National Park, at an elevation of 8,900 feet in the heart of Kaibab National Forest, the largest and most beautiful virgin forest in the world that supports the largest deer herd in the world and the only home of the Kaibab Whitetail Squirrel.

Castle Hot Springs Hotel

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:55 +0100

Title:
Castle Hot Springs Hotel
Castle Hot Springs (AZ), Chrome unused

Lavender Pit & Copper Mill

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:53 +0100

Title:
Lavender Pit & Copper Mill
Bisbee-Lowell (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Operated by Phelps-Dodge Corporation, this Copper Pit and Mill are where once stood many homes and business buildings. Highway 800 had to be re-routed to make room for this operation.

The Old Store

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:53 +0100

Title:
The Old Store
Pearce (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Just off highway 666 on the Old Ghost Town Trail, Founded in 1893 an original adobe structure the largest in southeastern Arizona - Still Housing the operation of a General Store much the same as it did 3 quarters of a century ago, one can still buy anything from a spool of thread - can of beans to a rare mineral or antique. Ginger and John Thurman - Proprietors.

Camelback Inn

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:53 +0100

Title:
Camelback Inn
Phonix (AZ), Chrome PM 1956 Oct-28

Description:
One of the most enchanting resorts anywhere in the world. Famous for the quality of its food, accommodations and hospitality, camelback each winter attracts a distinguished following from every state in the Union. Open from October to May 1, Camelback accommodates 160 on American Plan. Its glass enclosed pool is 100° in the sun almost any winter day.

Phelps Dodge Smelter

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:52 +0100

Title:
Phelps Dodge Smelter
Bisbee-Douglas (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
This aerial view shows the smelter with it's slag pile in the foreground

The Amerind Foundation Inc.,

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:51 +0100

Title:
The Amerind Foundation Inc.,
Dragoon (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Seminar Center

View Of The Main Hall, Amerind Museum

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:51 +0100

Title:
View Of The Main Hall, Amerind Museum
Dragoon (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
View of the Main Hall of Archaeology of the Amerind Museum, Dragoon, Arizona, 85609, containing many of the original items excavated by the Foundation.

View Of The Fulton-Hayden Art Museum, Amerind Museum

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:51 +0100

Title:
View Of The Fulton-Hayden Art Museum, Amerind Museum
Dragoon (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
View of the Fulton-Hayden Art Museum and The Amerind Museum, Dragoon, Arizona, 85609. Looking East.

Fort Verde Museum

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:51 +0100

Title:
Fort Verde Museum
Camp Verde (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Established as Camp Lincoln, 1864. Name changed to Camp Verde, 1868 - to Fort Verde, 1879 and abandoned April 10, 1890. Now an Arizona State Park.

Becker Lake

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:50 +0100

Title:
Becker Lake
Springerville (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Two miles west of town, this hundred acre lake offers the finest trout fishing. Free by permit only Elevation 7000 feet.

The Amerind Foundation Inc.,

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:50 +0100

Title:
The Amerind Foundation Inc.,
Dragoon (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
The Amerind Foundation, Inc., Dragoon, Arizona, 85609. Aerial view looking northeast depicting the Little Dragoon setting of The Amerind Foundation in Texas Canyon.

Reed's Restaurant And Cocktail Lounge, U. S. 60 and 260

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:49 +0100

Title:
Reed's Restaurant And Cocktail Lounge, U. S. 60 and 260
Springerville (AZ), Chrome PM 1960 Jun-18

Description:
Small or large Groups and Conventions welcome on U. S. 60 and 260 Springerville, Ariz.

Madonna Of The Trail

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:49 +0100

Title:
Madonna Of The Trail
Springerville (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Looking east past the "Madonna of the Trail" statue and the Post Office and Federal Building.

Rainbow Lake Lodge

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:47 +0100

Title:
Rainbow Lake Lodge
Lakeside (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
19 Solid Log Cabins. Two rooms each, all modern, and fully Equipped for housekeeping. Kitchenettes with gas range, electric refrigerator, etc. For reservations or information write C. Lloyd Rhoton, P. O. Box 504 Lakeside, Arizona.

Apache Pines Motel, Jct. Highway 60 & 173

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:47 +0100

Title:
Apache Pines Motel, Jct. Highway 60 & 173
Show Low (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
In the Heart of the White Mountains. Right in the center of Town - Newest - Largest - This Beautiful Motel of 35 Large Units and Spacious Lounge has Wall to Wall Carpets, Panel Ray Heat, Instant Hot Water, Luxurious Franciscan and Baumritter Furnishings.

Famous Cathedral Rock

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:47 +0100

Title:
Famous Cathedral Rock
Sedona (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Provides a colorful back ground for this scene near Sedona, Arizona.

Lake Havasu Travel Trailer Park, P. O. Box 100

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:46 +0100

Title:
Lake Havasu Travel Trailer Park, P. O. Box 100
Lake Havasu (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Drive across world famous London Bridge to the Finest year round family recreation, on the tip of the island on beautiful Lake Havasu. Delightful surroundings and full hookups.

Tuzigoot National Monument

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:45 +0100

Title:
Tuzigoot National Monument
Clarkdale (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
City on the hill. Located in the Verde Valley of Arizona on Hwy. 89A near Clarkdale. This 800 year old apartment complex was inhabited for over 300 years by pueblo-type farming Indians called the Sinagua

Salt River Bridge

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:45 +0100

Title:
Salt River Bridge
Tampe (AZ), Chrome PM 1949 May-14

Arizona State Prison

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:44 +0100

Title:
Arizona State Prison
Florence (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Territorial Prison constructed in Yuma 1875. Transferred to Florence in 1910. Became Arizona State Prison 1914 at Statehood. Inmate Population capacity 1700

Dateland

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:44 +0100

Title:
Dateland
Dateland (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Cool and refreshing is this lovely desert oasis on Interstate 8, located 70 miles East of Yuma, 115 miles West of Phoenix. Majestic date palms cast their cooling shade and beautiful Oleanders and natural desert flowers make a colorful sight. Dateland has a post office, Cafe and Date Shop, Gift Shop, Motel, Trailer Park, Standard Station and Swimming pool.

Carefree International Restaurant

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:44 +0100

Title:
Carefree International Restaurant
Carefree (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Seven distinctive yet interconnected dining areas in this gracious 25,000 square foot restaurant provide an exciting variety of eating atmospheres. Its unique Carefree desert forest setting is as enjoyable as its delightful international cuisine. Serving lunch, Cocktails and dinner, year-round.

Yarnell

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:32:42 +0100

Title:
Yarnell
Yarnell (AZ), Chrome unused

Description:
Yarnell, Arizona sits on the hill named for the town adjacent to lovely peoples Valley and near Prescott the state's first capital. Ranching, mining and recreation offer a promising feature. Winter and summer temperatures are moderate. Air is clean and fresh at this 4782-foot elevation.