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20Mm AA Gun
Title:
20Mm AA Gun
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
This is a 20mm AA Gun. The ship was armed with 52 20mm AA guns for defense against low-flying enemy planes


Os2U Kingfisher
Title:
Os2U Kingfisher
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
This OS2U "Kingfisher" seaplane is the only assembled one on display in the United States. During World War II Three of these planes were assigned to the Alabama for scouting and observation missions. This plane, a gift from the Mexican Navy, was restored by Brookley AFB mechanics during their off-duty hours.



40Mm Gun And Shells
Title:
40Mm Gun And Shells
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
40mm Gun and Shells. This view shows in the foreground two of the 40mm rounds of ammunition. The 40mm mount is just above. Above that is a 5-inch enclosed mount, and the radar antennae can be seen at the top of the superstructure.


Laundry
Title:
Laundry
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Laundry - 2500 men used a lot of cloths. The Navy required all hands to be in clean clothes for battle because there would be less danger of infection in case of injury



U. S. S. Alabama
Title:
U. S. S. Alabama
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
The mighty battleship can be seen in its permanent home in Mobile Bay


Eastern Entrance Of Bankhead Tunnel
Title:
Eastern Entrance Of Bankhead Tunnel
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Bankhead Tunnel, named after a distinguished Alabama statesman, is the first engineering feat of its kind in the deep South. A four million dollar self liquidating traffic artery under Mobile River, which reduces by seven and one half miles the distance between the city and points north and east on the Old Spanish Trail. Total length 3389 feet, under river portion 1147 feet, width of roadway 21 feet, headroom 13 feet 6 inches. Opened to traffic Feb. 20, 1941.



Interior Of Bankhead Tunnel Under Mobile River
Title:
Interior Of Bankhead Tunnel Under Mobile River
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Bankhead Tunnel, named after a distinguished Alabama statesman, is the first engineering feat of its kind in the deep South. A four million dollar self liquidating traffic artery under Mobile River, which reduces by seven and one half miles the distance between the city and points north and east on the Old Spanish Trail. Total length 3389 feet, under river portion 1147 feet, width of roadway 21 feet, headroom 13 feet 6 inches. Opened to traffic Feb. 20, 1941.


Government Street Looking West
Title:
Government Street Looking West
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Government Street, Looking West, showing Bus Terminal and Admiral Semmes Hotel, Mobile, Ala. Admiral Semmes Hotel and Bus Terminal, are both new and modern buildings facing Government Street which is a part of the old Spanish trail. Both buildings are located within two blocks of the entrance of Bankhead Tunnel, which passes under Mobile River.



Unloading Sisal Hemp
Title:
Unloading Sisal Hemp
Mobile (AL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1908 Aug-10


Spring Hill College Chapel
Title:
Spring Hill College Chapel
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Spring Hill College Chapel, Mobile, Alabama… Spring Hill College, established over 100 years ago, a co-educational college operated by the Jesuit Order of the Catholic Church, is located on Old Shell Road.



Marine Hospital
Title:
Marine Hospital
Mobile (AL), Divided Back unused


Providence Infirmary
Title:
Providence Infirmary
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Providence Infirmary is Mobile's finest and largest infirmary. It is situated in the western part of the city, on Spring Hill Avenue.



Hotel Bienville
Title:
Hotel Bienville
Mobile (AL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused


Cawthon Hotel
Title:
Cawthon Hotel
Mobile (AL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1907 Feb-02



Jesuit College Lake
Title:
Jesuit College Lake
Mobile (AL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1907 Feb-01


The Cathedral
Title:
The Cathedral
Mobile (AL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1907 Jan-23



Rodeway Inn, 1-10 Michigan Avenue
Title:
Rodeway Inn, 1-10 Michigan Avenue
Mobile (AL), Chrome PM 1975 Oct-08

Description:
153 rooms. Latest in luxury accommodations, pool, Color TV, Air conditioning, Beef 'N' bare restorent and lounge, entertainment Nitely on 1-10 minutes from downtown, quick beltline access all other points.


North Monterey Street
Title:
North Monterey Street
Mobile (AL), White Border unused

Description:
The ancient live oaks with their spreading branches and evergreen foliage are the crowning glory of Mobile. Many of them were here when Bienville first visited the present site of Mobile, more than 220 years ago.



The Ranch Restaurant
Title:
The Ranch Restaurant
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
One of the South's outstanding restaurants. Completely air conditioned. Recommended by Duncan Hines, AAA, Gourmet and A. Lowell Hunt.


Interior Of Cathedral Of The Immaculate Conception
Title:
Interior Of Cathedral Of The Immaculate Conception
Mobile (AL), Linen unused



Patio Of The Bellingrath Home, Bellingrath Gardens
Title:
Patio Of The Bellingrath Home, Bellingrath Gardens
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Bellingrath gardens and home, open the year 'round, are located less than 20 miles south of mobile, on U.S. 90. During the fall and winter months, thousands of camellias, embracing hundreds of varieties, are blooming. Beginning in February and lasting into April, hundreds of thousands of azaleas burst into masses of color. As the seasons progress, hundreds of other common and exotic species take their place in the parade of color. The non-profit (No Suggestions) foundation administers the gardens for the three colleges and two churches that are its beneficiaries.


Scene In Bellingrath Gardens
Title:
Scene In Bellingrath Gardens
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Bellingrath gardens, open the year 'round are located less than 20 miles south of mobile, Ala., on U.S. 90. During the fall and winter months, thousands of camellias, embracing hundreds of varieties, are blooming. Beginning in February and lasting into April, hundreds of thousands of azaleas burst into passionate flower, completely hiding their foliage in solid masses of white, pink, salmon, red, orange and cerise. During the spring and summer, all seasonal flowers and many exotics abound.



Alabama & Historama Railway Co.,, Battleship Parkway
Title:
Alabama & Historama Railway Co.,, Battleship Parkway
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Serving Alabama Historama, Adjacent to the Battleship USS Alabama Park. Enjoy the view of the Park and the Mobile skyline from the train. You'll also thrill to the action-packed dramatic history of Alabama inside Alabama Historama.


Bellingrath Gardens
Title:
Bellingrath Gardens
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Showing the Bellingrath Home, which houses the Bessie Morse Bellingrath collection.



Bellingrath Gardens
Title:
Bellingrath Gardens
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Showing one of the many paths lined with Camellias, Azaleas and other colorful flowers.


Historic Braxton Bragg Home
Title:
Historic Braxton Bragg Home
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Home of Confederate Gen. Brgg. Framed by magnificent live oaks, carpets of green lawn and bordered by colorful azaleas. The beautiful old home is located at 1906 spring Hill Ave. Gen. Bragg Won distinction for his brilliant military strategy at the Battle of Chickamauga.



Mardi Gras
Title:
Mardi Gras
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Showing the King's Float which remains the same every year. Mardi Gras originated in Mobile, the first ball being held on Shrove Tuesday in 1859. However, similar festivals on New Year's Eve date back to 1831.


Scene In Bellingrath Gardens
Title:
Scene In Bellingrath Gardens
Mobile (AL), Chrome PM 1962 Dec-26

Description:
Bellingrath Gardens, open the year round, are located less than 20 miles south of Mobile, Ala., on U. S. 90. During the fall and winter months, thousands of Camellias, embracing hundreds of varieties, are blooming. Beginning in February and lasting into April hundreds of thousands of Azaleas burst into passionate flower, completely hiding their foliage in solid masses of white, pink, salmon. red, orange and cerise. During the spring and summer, all seasonal flowers and many exotics abound.



Stone Container Corp
Title:
Stone Container Corp
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Tentative schedule folding & set up grades. Dates. Whites: Chips: Jutes and Craft: Specialties: Phone Today 1-800-633-3030


Bankhead Tunnel
Title:
Bankhead Tunnel
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Underneath the Mobile River, connecting government Street with U. S. Highway 90, East. This 3,389 feet long underwater tunnel was completed in 1941 at a cist if $4,000,000 and is 49 feet below mean high water level of the river.



Cathedral Of The Immaculate Conception, Claiborne at Dauphin Street
Title:
Cathedral Of The Immaculate Conception, Claiborne at Dauphin Street
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Crypt Chapel - located beneath the sanctuary is notable for its Crucifixion mosaic and altar of Sicilican jasper. Burial Vaults contains four former Bishops of Mobile; Michael Portier, d. 1859; Dominic Manucy, d. 1886; Jeremiah O'Sullivan, d. 1895; Edward P. Allen, d. 1926.


Greetings From Mobile
Title:
Greetings From Mobile
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
View of downtown Mobile showing historic Bienville Square, the Waterman Steamship Building, the Merchants National Bank, and the First, National Bank - the tallest building in Alabama.



Alabama Historama, Battleship Parkway
Title:
Alabama Historama, Battleship Parkway
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Alabama Historama, located on the Battleship Parkway, adjacent to the enshrined USS Alabama, is a first for the entire nation. For Alabamians who love Alabama and others who would like to know what makes Alabama "Tick," Alabama Historama is a necessity to see. A family attraction built and operated for your entertainment and education.


Bienville Motel
Title:
Bienville Motel
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
"A home away from home" 5½ miles north of Mobile, Alabama on U. S. 43-5. Twenty-seven air-conditioned units and apartments some with Kitchenettes. All with room phones and TV. Located on spacious grounds well removed form highway noises. Restaurant nearby.



Hotel Admiral Semmes
Title:
Hotel Admiral Semmes
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
"Home of the famous Bellingrath Gardens" Comfort and convenience keynote the Admiral Semmes. 250 guest rooms and suites tastefully appointed and decorated. Completely Air-Conditioned, television, radio, superb food. You'll enjoy Mobile more when you stop at the admiral Semmes. An Affiliated National Hotel.


Bellingrath Gardens, Near Mobile
Title:
Bellingrath Gardens, Near Mobile
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
From every angle and in every nook of these gardens, one sees floral displays and vistas to be remembered always. The country estate of Mr. and Mrs. Walter D. Bellingrath has become world-famed and travelers from all parts of the globe come to visit its landscaped beauty. Near Washington's Birthday thousands of Azalea Plants burst into bloom and create a scene of breath-taking splendor.



Historic Bienville Square
Title:
Historic Bienville Square
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Historic Bienville Square, named in honor of Jean Baptist Le Moyne, Sier de Bienville, the founder of Mobile. Located in the heart of downtown Mobile where the shopper or tourist pauses in the shadow of skyscrapers; to admire this floral beauty.


Oakleigh
Title:
Oakleigh
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Oakleigh, a fine example of a Southern raised cottage showing Greek influence was built in the 1830's. Once in the center of a large plantation, the home is now only a few blocks room the expanding business district of Mobile, Alabama. The home is the headquarters of the Historic Mobile Preservation Society and is open to the public.



Cawthon Hotel
Title:
Cawthon Hotel
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
"Mobile's Favorite Hotel" Free Parking-Fireproof The Cawthon Rose Room serves the finest in Cocktails, Seafoods and Meats P. C. Senn, Manager


Ships Of Many Nations At Alabama State Docks
Title:
Ships Of Many Nations At Alabama State Docks
Mobile (AL), Linen unused



Cochrane Bridge
Title:
Cochrane Bridge
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Cochrane Bridge across the headwaters of Mobile Bay, erected at a cost of $2,500,000.00 crosses the mouth of 5 rivers emptying into Mobile Bay. It is an important link in the Old Spanish Trail-connecting Mobile, Ala. With Pensacola, Florida. The center span is one block long and lifts vertically, 135 long above the water allowing the largest of ocean-going vessels to pass, It is not a toll bridge, but a free bridge.


Interior Of Cathedral Of The Immaculate Conception
Title:
Interior Of Cathedral Of The Immaculate Conception
Mobile (AL), Linen unused



First Baptist Church
Title:
First Baptist Church
Mobile (AL), Linen unused


Interior Of St. Joseph Church
Title:
Interior Of St. Joseph Church
Mobile (AL), Divided Back unused



Phoenix Fire Museum
Title:
Phoenix Fire Museum
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
This restoration memorializes one of the volunteer fire departments of 19th century Mobile. Built in the 1850's and used until shortly after 1900. Fire fighting was an early American sport which in the 18th and 19th century was said to be more popular than baseball - one of the main contests was to see which "team" could shoot water the highest.


Bellingrath Gardens
Title:
Bellingrath Gardens
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Entrance building scene showing beautiful flowers inside and doorway to the "Charm Spot of the Deep South." Open all year, the Gardens are world renowned.



Town House Motor Hotel, U. S. 90, 1061 Government Street
Title:
Town House Motor Hotel, U. S. 90, 1061 Government Street
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Luxurious, resort style living in historic downtown Mobile. Cocktail lounge, banquet rooms and Duncan Hines recommended dining room. All 150 rooms feature air conditioning, combination tub and shower. All color TV, phone, wall t-to-wall carpeting, 100% parking. Room service, limousine service, baby sitters. Swimming pool and sun deck surrounded by a Southern garden.


A View On Dog River
Title:
A View On Dog River
Mobile (AL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1907 Apr-26

Description:
A view on Dog River. Dog River is a local name given to the Escatawpa River. It rises in Washington On Ala., and runs nearly south, passing into the State of Mississippi. It enters the Pascagoula River six miles form its mouth. These placid streams, with picturesque surroundings, abound in the South; some are scarcely, if at all, navigable.



View In Patio, Bellingrath Gardens
Title:
View In Patio, Bellingrath Gardens
Mobile (AL), Real Photo unused


Greetings From Mobile
Title:
Greetings From Mobile
Mobile (AL), Real Photo unused



Augusta Evans Old Home
Title:
Augusta Evans Old Home
Mobile (AL), Divided Back PM 1911


Post Office And Federal Building
Title:
Post Office And Federal Building
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
This is one of Mobile's most handsome buildings. The two federal structures occupy the entire block of frontage on St. Joseph Street, from St. Michael to St. Louis Streets, housing all Federal agencies in the City of Mobile.



The Battle House
Title:
The Battle House
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Fireproof Air - Conditioned. One of America's Fine Hotels


Greetings From Mobile
Title:
Greetings From Mobile
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused



Government St. Presbyterian Church
Title:
Government St. Presbyterian Church
Mobile (AL), White Border PM 1917


St. Mathew's Catholic Church
Title:
St. Mathew's Catholic Church
Mobile (AL), White Border unused



Convent Of The Visitation
Title:
Convent Of The Visitation
Mobile (AL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1906


New Hotel Admiral Semmes
Title:
New Hotel Admiral Semmes
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
An Affiliated National Hotel. "Home of the famous Bellingrath Gardens". Mobile's Newest and Finest ultra-modern hotel. Located at Government and Joachin Streets Easily accessible from any highway and new Bankhead Tunnel. 250 rooms of the most modern in hotel appointments. Visit "The Blue Cove" a restful cocktail lounge, and the Colonial Coffee Shop on the street floor . . . 100% air conditioned.



Iron Lace Work And Spanish Moss, Bellingrath Gardens
Title:
Iron Lace Work And Spanish Moss, Bellingrath Gardens
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Beauty is everywhere in these delightful gardens. The Country estate of Mr. and Mrs. Walter D. Bellingrath has world-wide fame. Travelers from all parts of the globe come to visit its landscaped beauty. The most glorious time is around Washington's Birthday When countless azalea blooms fill the grounds with breathtaking splendor


Bienville Square
Title:
Bienville Square
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
"The Azalea City." Towering in the background the magnificent structure of the Waterman Building and the Merchants National Bank Building.



Mobile
Title:
Mobile
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
An aerial view looking northwest over t he downtown business section, with the Mobile River in the foreground.


Cathedral
Title:
Cathedral
Mobile (AL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused



First Baptist Church
Title:
First Baptist Church
Mobile (AL), Divided Back unused


Government Street Methodist Church
Title:
Government Street Methodist Church
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
THE GOVERNMENT STREET METHODIST CHURCH WAS FOUNDED IN 1826 ON THE CORNER OF FRANKLIN AND ST. MICHAEL STREETS. IT WAS KNOWN AS "THE BEE HIVE." THE CHURCH WAS MOVED AND REBUILT ON THE CORNER OF GOVERNMENT AND BROAD STREET IN 1890, AND THE PRESENT BUILDING WAS COMPLETED IN 1918. IT IS THE "MOTHER CHURCH" OF MOBILE METHODISM. IT IS AIR-CONDITIONED THROUGHOUT.



Dauphin Way Baptist Church
Title:
Dauphin Way Baptist Church
Mobile (AL), Linen PM 1954

Description:
THE DOUPHIN WAY BAPTIST CHURCH IS LOCATED IN THE 1200 BLOCK ON DAUPHIN STREET, IN HER HEART OF MOBILE. WITH THE MEMBERSHIP OF OVER 5500, IT IS THE LARGEST CHURCH IN ALABAMA. THE CHURCH PROPERTY COVERS ALMOST A CITY BLOCK, IS OF ROMANESQUE ARCHITECTURE AND IS CONSIDERED TO BE ONE OF THE MOST MODERN AND COMPLETELY EQUIPPED CHURCHES IN THE NATION. THE PASTOR IS THE REV. DR. HAROLD W. SEEVER.


First Baptist Church
Title:
First Baptist Church
Mobile (AL), Linen unused



Cathedral Of The Immaculate Conception, Claiborne at Dauphin Street
Title:
Cathedral Of The Immaculate Conception, Claiborne at Dauphin Street
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Cornerstone placed, 1835; Consecrated for worship 1850; Twin towers completed in the 1890's. the edifice serves a congregation formally organized in 1704 making it the mother church of Alabama and oldest parish on the Gulf Coast.


First Baptist Church
Title:
First Baptist Church
Mobile (AL), Linen PM 1942



Old Southern Home Amid
Title:
Old Southern Home Amid
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Moss Festooned Oaks and Azaleas


Dauphin Way Baptist Church
Title:
Dauphin Way Baptist Church
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
The Dauphin Way Baptist Church is located in the 1200 block on Dauphin Street, in the heart of Mobile. With a membership of over 5800, it is the largest church in Alabama. The Church property covers almost a city block, is of Romanesque architecture and is considered to be one of the most modern and completely equipped churches in the nation. Pastor is the Rev. Dr. Harold W. Seever.



Trinity Episcopal Church
Title:
Trinity Episcopal Church
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Erected 1853 at Jackson and St. Anthony Sts. Site now marked by pavement tablet. Razed in 1945 and re-erected at 1900 dauphin St., using same material and reproducing in architectural form and dimensions the original buildings.


Home Of Admiral Rafael Semmes, Government Street
Title:
Home Of Admiral Rafael Semmes, Government Street
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Home of Admiral Rafael Semmes, on Government Street. Mobile, Alabama. Adm. Semmes was commander of the confederate Ship "Alabama", famous sea raider of the War Between the States.



Formal Garden In Mobile During Azalea Time
Title:
Formal Garden In Mobile During Azalea Time
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Azalea border in foreground


Ships Of Many Nations At Alabama State Cocks
Title:
Ships Of Many Nations At Alabama State Cocks
Mobile (AL), Linen unused



Eastern Entrance Of Bankhead Tunnel
Title:
Eastern Entrance Of Bankhead Tunnel
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Bankhead Tunnel, named after a distinguished Alabama statesman, is the first engineering feat of its kind in the deep South. A four million dollar self liquidating traffic artery under Mobile River. Which reduces by seven and one half miles in distance between the city and points north and east on the Old Spanish Trail. Total length 3389 feet under river portion 1147 feet, width of roadway 21 feet, headroom 13 feet 6 inches. Opened to traffic Feb. 20, 1941.


Bankhead Tunnel Entrance
Title:
Bankhead Tunnel Entrance
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Bankhead Tunnel, named after a distinguished Alabama statesman, is the first engineering feat of its kind in the deep South. A four million dollar self-liquidating traffic artery under Mobile River, which reduces by seven and one half miles the distance between the city and points north and east on the Old Spanish Trail. Total length 3,389 feet, under river portion 1,147 feet, width of roadway 21 feet, headroom 13 feet 6 inches. Opened to traffic Feb. 20, 1941.



Greetings From Mobile
Title:
Greetings From Mobile
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Key to views on other side : 1. Raphael Semmes Monument 2. Public Library. 3. Blooming Azaleas Along Azalea Trail 4. River Terrace, Bellingrath Gardens 5. Quadrangle, Spring Hill College 6. Watercraft on Mobile Bay 7. Azaleas in Lyons Park 8. A Busy Harbor Scene 9. Soldiers & Sailors Monument, Memorial Park 10. Bienville Cross, Bienville Square.


Greetings From Mobile
Title:
Greetings From Mobile
Mobile (AL), Linen unused



Greetings From Mobile
Title:
Greetings From Mobile
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Key to views on other side :- M - Soldiers and Sailors Monument O - A harbor Scene B - Glimpse of Patio, Bellingrath Gardens I - Jesters' Rock Garden, Arlington Pier L - Bienville Cross, Bienville Square E - Azaleas in Blacksher Gardens.


Greetings From Mobile
Title:
Greetings From Mobile
Mobile (AL), Linen unused



Greetings From Mobile
Title:
Greetings From Mobile
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Mobile is one of the most picturesque of Southern cities. Her quaint buildings and beautiful flower gardens attract travelers from near and far


The Battle House
Title:
The Battle House
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Truly "One of America's fine hotels", the air-conditioned Battle House is modern in every detail. Cuisine by the famous restaurant LaFayette adds to the pleasure of those who enjoy Southern hospitality here. Convenient garage.



Scene In Bellingrath Gardens
Title:
Scene In Bellingrath Gardens
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
The Bellingrath Gardens are located on Picturesque Isle-Aux-Oies-River, about 17 miles from Mobile on U. S. Highway 90. The natural beauty of this estate is made more beautiful by the thousands of Azalea Shrubs, which burst into bloom the latter part of February. At the height of the flowering season the blooms completely hide the limbs and leaves of these plants. Solid masses of flowers in shades of white, pink, salmon, red, orange and cerise.


Soldiers And Sailors Memorial
Title:
Soldiers And Sailors Memorial
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Mother's Army and Navy League Memorial Colonnade, dedicated to the World War dead of Mobile and Mobile County. Sixty-one names, of those who died in the service, are inscribed on the bronze tablets. The colonnade is built entirely of Alabama marble, and is located in a beautiful park landscaped almost entirely with Azaleas. Mobile's flower.



Azaleas In Lyons Park
Title:
Azaleas In Lyons Park
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
Pat J. Lyons Park, which is Mobile's most important municipal; playground. The park is named for Pat Lyons, who for many years was mayor of the city, and who took deep interest in the movement that gave the children of the city places to play, to swim, and otherwise to amuse themselves.


Scene In Bellingrath Gardens
Title:
Scene In Bellingrath Gardens
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
The Bellingrath Gardens are located on Picturesque Isle-Aux-Oies-River, about 17 miles from Mobile on U. S. Highway 90. The natural beauty of this estate is made more beautiful by the thousands of Azalea Shrubs, which burst into bloom the latter part of February. At the height of the flowering season the blooms completely hide the limbs and leaves of these plants. Solid masses of flowers in shades of white, pink, salmon, red, orange and cerise.



Azaleas In Bellingrath Gardens
Title:
Azaleas In Bellingrath Gardens
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
The country estate of Mr. and Mrs. Walter D. Bellingrath, dexterously landscaped, is vividly enhanced by Azaleas, Japonicas and other rare shrubs, a place of natural beauty. Azaleas literally burst into bloom about Washington's Birthday, the flowers hiding the leaves, great masses of dazzling scarlet, crimson, pink and white flare up against their natural settings of dark green live oaks and magnolias.


First Baptist Church
Title:
First Baptist Church
Mobile (AL), Linen unused



Government Street
Title:
Government Street
Mobile (AL), Linen PM 1941

Description:
Looking West, showing Bus Terminal and Admiral Semmes Hotel. Admiral Semmes hotel and Bus Terminal, are both new and modern buildings facing Government Street which is a part of the old Spanish trail. Both buildings are located within two blocks of the entrance of Bank head Tunnel, which passes under Mobile River.


Post Office And Federal Building
Title:
Post Office And Federal Building
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
This is one of Mobile's most handsome buildings. The two federal structures occupy the entire block of frontage on St. Joseph Street, from St. Michael to St. Louis streets, housing all Federal agencies in the City of Mobile.



Breakers On The Gulf Mobile
Title:
Breakers On The Gulf Mobile
Mobile (AL), Divided Back unused


Scene In Monroe Park
Title:
Scene In Monroe Park
Mobile (AL), White Border PM 1918

Description:
"Monroe Park" on Mobile Bay is the largest pleasure park around Mobile. It has been the scene of many large gatherings. A large number of church, school and private picnics are given there during the season. Crowds gather nightly to see the free moving pictures, while enjoying the gulf breezes.



Post Office
Title:
Post Office
Mobile (AL), White Border unused

Description:
This is Mobile's most handsome building; it occupies a space of 116 ft. x 160 feet. The construction work was begun August, 1914, and completed Sept 1916. The building is two stories high and fireproof, the exterior is Alabama white marble, while the screen work, boxes, etc., are bronze. There are very elaborate decorations throughout the building, the gold leaf decorations alone costing approximately $2,500.00. the heating system is the latest, thermostat controlled. The approximate cost of site, building, equipment and furnishing is $425,000.00.


Sunset On Mobile Bay
Title:
Sunset On Mobile Bay
Mobile (AL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1906

Description:
One of the most beautiful sights is to witness the glorious sunset on Mobile Bay, the exquisite blend of colors being most impressive. Mobile Bay is the largest harbor in the world; it admits vessels drawing 23 feet of water.



A View On Dog River
Title:
A View On Dog River
Mobile (AL), Post Card (Undivided Back)

Description:
Dog River is a local name given to the Escatawpa River. It rises in Wash. Co., Ala., and runs nearly south, passing into the State of Mississippi. It enters the Pascagoula River six miles from its mouth. These placid streams, with picturesque surroundings, abound in the south; some are scarcely, if at all, navigable.


Spring Hill College
Title:
Spring Hill College
Mobile (AL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1908



The Ranch Restaurant, U.S. Highway 90 West
Title:
The Ranch Restaurant, U.S. Highway 90 West
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
One of the South's outstanding restaurants. Completely air conditioned. Recommended by Duncan Hines, AAA, Gourmet and A. Lowell Hunt.


Mobile Public Library
Title:
Mobile Public Library
Mobile (AL), Linen PM 1943

Description:
Mobile Public Library, built by muncipal bond issue and costing $250,000.00, was opened Sept. 17th 1928 - now contains over 60,000 books. Located on beautiful Government Street, which is part of Mobile's Azalea trail.



Soldiers And Sailors Memorial
Title:
Soldiers And Sailors Memorial
Mobile (AL), Linen PM 1943

Description:
Mother's Army and Navy League Memorial Colonnade, dedicated to the World War dead of Mobile and Mobile Country. Sixty-one names, of those who died in the service, are inscribed on the bronze tablets. The Colonnade is built entirely of Alabama marble, and is located in a beautiful park landscaped almost entirely with Azaleas, Mobile's flower.


Azaleas And Spanish Moss in the Sunny South Scene In Bellingrath Gardens
Title:
Azaleas And Spanish Moss in the Sunny South Scene In Bellingrath Gardens
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
The Bellingrath Gardens are located on Picturesque Isle-Aux-Oies-River, about 17 miles from Mobile on U. S. Highway 90. The natural beauty of this estate is made more beautiful by the thousands of Azalea Shrubs, which burst into bloom the latter part of February. At the height of the flowering season the blooms completely hide the limbs and leaves of these plants. Solid masses of flowers in shades of white, pink, salmon, red, orange and cerise.



Government Street Scene
Title:
Government Street Scene
Mobile (AL), Divided Back unused


Turner Terminals
Title:
Turner Terminals
Mobile (AL), White Border unused

Description:
Privately Owned, affording shipside delivery of freight by rail and water. On the left are storage warehouses and transit sheds; on the right the lumber yard and timber dump.



Academy Of The Visitation
Title:
Academy Of The Visitation
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
The Academy of the Visitation, a boarding and day School for Young Ladies, was founded in 1833 and chartered in 1847. The Academy enjoys the rights and privileges of a first-class Institution, and is affiliated with the Catholic University. Washington. D.C.. and with the Alabama State University. Situated in a most healthful and picturesque spot in suburban Mobile, with its spacious grounds, the latest addition, a fine Swimming Pool, it offers most ideal environments for Young Ladies.


Home Of Admiral Rafael Semmes, Government Street
Title:
Home Of Admiral Rafael Semmes, Government Street
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Adm. Semmes was commander of the Confederate Ship "Alabama", famous sea raider of the War Between the States.



Central Presbyterian Church, Dauphin & Ann St.
Title:
Central Presbyterian Church, Dauphin & Ann St.
Mobile (AL), White Border


Bank of Mobile
Title:
Bank of Mobile
Mobile (AL), Private Mailing Card unused

Description:
National Banking Association



The Wharf
Title:
The Wharf
Mobile (AL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused


Wharf Scene
Title:
Wharf Scene
Mobile (AL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused



Chapel At Spring Hill College
Title:
Chapel At Spring Hill College
Mobile (AL), Linen


First Christian Church
Title:
First Christian Church
Mobile (AL), Linen

Description:
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH, STYLED IN BEATIFUL GOTHIC ARCHITECTURE, IS LOCATED AT GOVERNMENT AND STOCKING STREETS, IN THE HEART OF THE RESIDENTIAL SECTION OF MOBILE. BUILT IN NORTH ALABAMA SANDSTONE AND COMPLETED JULY 6, 1941.



Trinity Episcopal Church
Title:
Trinity Episcopal Church
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH, ERECTED 1853 AT JACKSON AND ST. ANTHONY STS. SITE NOW MARKED BY PAVEMENT TABLET. RAZED IN 1945 AND RE-ERECTED AT 1900 DAUPHIN ST., USING SOME MATERIAL AND RE-PRODUCING IN ARCHITECTURAL AND DIMENSIONS OF ORIGINAL BUILDINGS.


St. Mary'S Church
Title:
St. Mary'S Church
Mobile (AL), Linen unused

Description:
A BRONZE TABLET IN THE GROUNDS OF ST. MARY'S READS: "THIS IS THE SIDE OF THE CHURCH AND HOME OF THE POET-PRIEST, FATHER RYAN (1877-1882)." ANOTHER TABLET IN A WINDOW IN THE CHURCH. DEDICATED FEBRUARY 5, 1928, BEARS THIS INSCRIPTION: "IN MEMORY OF FATHER RYAN,PRIEST,PATRIOT, AND POET, BY THE CHILDREN OF THE CONFEDERACY." THE NEW ST. MARY'S IS A STRIKING EXAMPLE OF SPANISH RENAISSANCE ARCHITECHTURE.



St. Mary's Church
Title:
St. Mary's Church
Mobile (AL), Linen PM 1942

Description:
A bronze tablet in the grounds of St. Mary's reads: "this is the site of the Church and Home of the Poet-Priest, Father Ryan (1877 - 1882)." Another tablet on a window in the Church, dedicated February 5, 1928, bears this inscription: "In memory of Father Ryan Priest, Patriot, and Poet, by the Children of the Confederacy." The new St. Mary's is a striking example of Spanish Renaissance Architecture.


Moonlight On Mobile Bay, Arlington Park
Title:
Moonlight On Mobile Bay, Arlington Park
Mobile (AL), Linen unused



The New Battle House
Title:
The New Battle House
Mobile (AL), White Border unused

Description:
Grand dining room "Alabama's Meeting Place." The finest and most up-to-date hotel structure in the south. Catering to tourists and commercial trade. Beautiful, Sanitary coffee room just installed which finds a warm spot in the heart of the commercial tourist. 300 rooms - 200 with bath. The most thoroughly fire - proof structure of any hotel in the south.


Dauphin St. & Conception St
Title:
Dauphin St. & Conception St
Mobile (AL), White Border unused

Description:
"Dauphin Street" runs east and west through the city and serves as a dividing line. It is the main business street; there are also many beautiful residences on it.



Bankhead Tunnel
Title:
Bankhead Tunnel
Mobile (AL), Chrome unused

Description:
Underneath the Mobile River, connecting Government Street with U. S. Highway 90, East. This 3,389 feet long underwater tunnel was completed in 1941 at a cost of $4,000,000 and is 49 feet below mean high water level of the river.


Cawthon Hotel
Title:
Cawthon Hotel
Mobile (AL), Divided Back PM 1909



Birdseye view of Mobile
Title:
Birdseye view of Mobile
Mobile (AL), Linen PM 1946


Bienville Cross Bienville Square
Title:
Bienville Cross Bienville Square
Mobile (AL) unused





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