Title:
66 Diner on Historic Route 66
Albuquerque (NM), Continental Chrome unused
Description:
Tom Till The 66 Diner in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is an example of the nostalgia seen along the 2400 miles of the Historic Route 66
Smith-Southwestern, Inc
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Title:
Rio Rancho
Albuquerque (NM), Continental Chrome unused
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Title:
Mitchell Hall, University of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
built in Southwestern architecture, is one of the most modern buildings on the campus. It houses numerous classrooms with its finest and latest equipment
Southwest Post Card Co
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Title:
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Hokona Hall, Women's Dormitory
Southwest Post Card Co
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Title:
New Mexico Education Building, University of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
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Title:
Southwestern Architecture, President's Residence, University of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
University President's home is built in the typical southwestern architecture. The same style of Indian Pueblo design is used in many of the various buildings throughout the University campus
Southwest Post Card Co
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Title:
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1956 Sep-27
Description:
The new University Library, on the campus in Albuquerque. The University of New Mexico, built entirely in keeping with traditional Indian-Spanish mission architecture, is world-renowned
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Title:
University of New Mexico Arena - South Campus
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Built to accommodate the tremendous following of the UNM Lobo basketball team, the new arena seats 14,831 fans. A member of the Western Athletic Conference, the Lobos have gained national recognition over recent years. The modern design of the Arena, constructed of a new type, complete span roof, affords an unobstructed view of the playing court from every seat
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Title:
Albuquerque skyline
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Largest city in New Mexico. The Albuquerque skyline, as seen from the Coronado Freeway
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Title:
Central Avenue
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
This interesting air view shows Central Avenue, looking east toward the Sandia Mountains, altitude 10,678 feet. The skyscraper seen, houses east branch of First National Bank and many modern offices
Southwest Post Card Co
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Title:
The Ever-Changing Skyline of this, The Largest City
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
in New Mexico. The majestic Sandia Mountains are in the background
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Title:
Highway U.S. 66
Albuquerque (NM), Linen PM 1950 Jan-14
Description:
A-5 - Highway U.S. 66 entering Rio Grande Valley at Albuquerque, N. Mex., with Sandia Mountains in the background
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Title:
Indian Building and Alvarado Hotel
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Connected with the Station at Albuquerque is the Fred Harvey Indian building, famous to travelers the world over for its interesting exhibits of Indian Arts and Crafts as well as relics of the Spanish Conquest. It was established primarily as a diversion for transcontinental travelers and to create a greater interest in the products of the native peoples along the Santa Fe Lines. All trains stop 10 to 30 minutes at Albuquerque. Conductors give advance notice in the building of the departure of trains
Curt Teich & Co
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Title:
A-27 Santa Fe "Super Chief" Train
Albuquerque (NM), Linen PM 1952 Aug-28
Description:
A crack streamlined train of the Santa Fe Ry., in front of the Depot and Alvarado Hotel, ready to continue its journey from Chicago to Los Angeles
Curteich-Chicago
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Title:
Old Town Plaza
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1958 Jun-11
Description:
250 years old and the original site of the City of Albuquerque, The Old Plaza now consists of unique gift and curio shops, romantic old cafes and a little theatre featuring drama of the Gay 90s
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Title:
Del Webb's Hiwayhouse #2
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1963 Dec-19
Description:
3200 Central Ave. S.E. 60 delightfully weather conditioned rooms all with free television and radio. 24 hour switchboard service. Swimming Pool and Coffee Shop. Free teletype reservation service to all Del Webb Motor Hotels
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Title:
Franciscan Hotel
Albuquerque (NM), Linen PM 1949 Feb-8
Description:
This structure, typical of the architecture brought to the Southwest by the early settlers, is regarded as the most unusual building of its type anywhere in the world. It was built by the Community Spirit of Albuquerque. The Hotel contains 175 guest rooms. Its lobby magnificently decorated, is the most artistic interior in this section of the country. The Hotel is especially adapted to the entertainment of Clubs, Conventions and large social gatherings. Every attention is paid to the comfort of cross country tourists, whose prolonged stay is desirable to all Albuquerque
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Title:
Central Ave., Looking East
Albuquerque (NM), Linen PM 1939 Dec-8
Description:
From Fifth St. may be seen the heart of the business district of the metropolis of New Mexico. The fact that Albuquerque is rated as the best lighted city of its size in the U.S> attests to the progressiveness of the merchants
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Title:
Greetings from Kirtland Field
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Kirtland Field, popularly called "Albuquerque Air Base" is the world's largest Air Field and the nation's foremost Bombardier School. It is named for the 3rd oldest Army Aviator, Roy C. Kirtland. Strategically located to the west coast, it is also glider pilot replacement center for the West Coast Air Forces Training Center. Col. Frank D. Hackett is C.O. in charge
J. R. Willis
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Title:
Tewa Lodge
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1959 Apr-3
Description:
Tewa Lodge on U.S. Highway 66 5715 Central Ave. N.W. Albuquerque, New Mexico 24 air conditioned units-All tile baths, wall to wall carpeting, free tv, telephones, and thermostacally controlled heat in every room. Diners' Club credit cards honored
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Title:
Fred Harvey Indian Building and Alvarado Hotel
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1966 Jul-23
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Title:
Texas Ann Court
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1952 Feb-15
Description:
Three blocks from romantic old Albuquerque; 2305 W. Central; On U.S. Highway 66. "At the sign of the longhorns" 38 - modern units - beautifully landscaped - 38; all air conditioned with garages; wall-to-wall carpeting; tiled baths; twin bed units and family connecting suites; parks - golfing - good restaurants all close by; Telephone 2-3880
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Title:
Lovelace Clinic and Baird Memorial Research Laboratory
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
The Baird Laboratory adjoins the eastern wing of Lovelace Foundation at Ridgecrest and Gibson, S.E. The statue, on the building grounds, shows on its front a memorial to the Country Doctor, who is standing beside his horse and the back depicts the migration to the West. Color by Caplin
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Title:
Administration Building, Municipal Airport, Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Administration Building, Municipal Airport, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Albuquerque's $1,000,000 Municipal airport is the largest commercial airport in the U.S. it lies on the mesa overlooking the city at an altitude of 5300 feet with the Sandia Mountains as a backdrop for the beautiful Administration Building of typically Spanish design
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Title:
Santa Fe Mission Depot
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
Description:
SANTA FE MISSION DEPOT, ALBUQUERQUE, N. M. - Albuquerque is a very ancient and interesting settlement, being on an elevation of 5,000 feet above sea level. The first explorers of this region were the Spaniards from Mexico. The city was founded by them in 1706. The territory is noted for its many curious and interesting missions which were inhabited by the missionaries in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries
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Title:
Public Library
Albuquerque (NM), Linen
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Title:
Students Union Building, University of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Linen PM 1941 Jun-16
Description:
A unique building designed for the comfort and convenience of the students and operated on a co-operative plan. It contains lunch-rooms, soda fountain, barber shop, book shop, etc. A beautiful ballroom with additional lounges is equipped to take care of all social activities of the university and is furnished and decorated in truly southwestern style
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Title:
U.S. Veterans' Hospital
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Occupying 515 acres of land 5 miles east of Albuquerque, New Mexico, the new Hospital for Ex-soldiers of all wars the U.S. has been engaged in, was built at a cost of $1,250,000.00 and has the capacity of caring for 262 patients with provisions for an increase of twice that number. There are approximately 250 employees including executives, physicians, nurses, etc
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Title:
The Fred Harvey-Alvarado Hotel
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Among the most attractive features of the Alvarado Hotel at Albuquerque are its delightful gardens. Adjoining the hotel is the Fred Harvey Indian Building with its world-famous exhibits of Indian and Mexican arts and crafts
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Title:
White Winrock Motor Hotel
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
175 delightfully appointed rooms. Heated swimming pool. Featuring Diamond Jim's internationally Famous Restaurant and Lounge. Excellent banquet and meeting facilites. In the heart of Winrock Shopping Center
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Title:
Ramada Inn - Route 66
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1964
Description:
Just 5 minutes from downtown. 150 luxurious rooms, 24-hour Coffee Shop, Heated Pool, complete hotel service
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Title:
Albuquerque Imperial 400 Motel
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
701 Central Ave. N.E. Tel. 247-4081 Located in downtown Albuquerque, near the junction of routes 25 and 66. A pleasant place to stay for rest, relaxation, or to make a headquarters for your business trip into the heart of the city. Large swimming pool. Restaurants nearby
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Title:
Albuquerque Imperial 400 Motel
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Located in downtown Albuquerque, near the junction of routes 25 and 66. A pleasant place to stay for rest, relaxation, or to make a headquarters for your business trip into the heart of the city. Large swimming pool. Restaurants nearby
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Title:
Albuquerque Travel Lodge
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1958 Jul-21
Description:
615 Central. N.E. - Highway U.S. 66 Center of Albuquerque, N.m. Phone: CHAPEL 7-8897 40 Units, Heated Pool, Cooled by Refrigeration, Phones, Television in Rooms, Sun Deck Recommended by AAA and Duncan Hines "For the Best Rest, East or West"
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Title:
Western Skies Hotel
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Western Skies Hotel 13400 Central Ave. SE. Albuquerque N. Mex. Southwest's Finest. 250 rooms with every hotel service at Motel rates. Excellent convention facilities. Ballroom accommodating 1,000. 60 foot heated swimming pool. Horseback riding, Golf, Shuffleboard, Ping Pong, Tennis. Shalaka Cocktail room, Ketoh Dining Room. Phone Actel 9-4401 Teletype AQ 91
Dexter
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Title:
White Winrock Motor Hotel
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
175 delightfully appointed rooms. Heated swimming pool. Featuring Diamond Jim's Internationally Famous Restuarant and Lounge. Excellent banquet and meeting facilities. In the heart of Winrock Shopping Center
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Title:
Bow & Arrow Lodge
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
On U.S. Highway 66 - East Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Title:
Ramada Inn Pool
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
RAMADA INN, Albuquerque, New Mexico Located on Route 66 -- Just 5 minutes from downtown. 150 luxurious rooms, 24-hour Coffee Shop. Heated Pool, complete hotel service
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Title:
Longhorn Ranch and Museum
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
The 1860 Saloon at Longhorn Ranch and Museum, 40 miles east of Albuquerque, N.M., on Highway 66
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Title:
Central Avenue
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Looking west on Central from the Santa Fe Railroad overpass. Albuquerque, is reputed to have the most brightly lited main street in America. This galaxy of neon makes it an easily believed fact. Color Photo by Jim Hembree
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Title:
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Largest city in NM. The Albuquerque skyline, as seen from the Coronado Freeway
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Title:
Lava Beds, U.S. 66. near Grants
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
K.556- Lava Beds, Highway U.S. 66 The great Lava Beds begin at the very edge of Grants, N.M., and highway U.S. 66 wends its way through them. The Malpais is the name the Spanish gave the Lava Beds and the Grants formations are some of the most formidable bad lands, found anywhere in the western United States
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Title:
Bow & Arrow Lodge
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
8300 Central Ave., S.E. 255-5515 On U.S. Highway 66-East...Room Telephones, Free T.V. in all Rooms...Tiled Baths, Air-Conditioned & Individual Thermostat Controlled Heat...Wall-to-Wall Carpeting...Conveniently located, near Sandia & Kirtland Military Bases...One of Albuquerque's nicer Motels. Mr. & Mrs. Robert E. McMann, Mrs. Waltreen Blanchard, Owners
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Title:
Casa Grande Lodge
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
2625 Central Ave., N.W.;141 - 24 rooms in lodge - 117 courts - 141; air conditioned - tiled baths; television - swimming pool; phones in all rooms - 24 hour service; Telephone CH 3-1754
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Title:
White Winrock Moter Hotel
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
AAA Best Western, 18 Winrock Shopping Center, N.E. Interstate 40 (U.S. 66) at Louisiana Boulevard Exit In Scenic Albuquerque, New Mexico 175 delightfully appointed rooms. Heated swimming pool. Featuring Diamond Jim's Internationally Famous Restaurant and Lounge. Excellent banquet and meeting facilities. In the heart of Winrock Shopping Center
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Title:
Zia Lodge
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
4611 Central Avenue, N.E. 24 Completely Modern Units with Tiled Combination tub and showers. Wall-to-Wall carpeting Hot Water Heat and Air Conditioned. Phone in every room. Television or Radios. Mr. and Mrs. E. Ewing Wilcox, Owners and Managers
Tichnor
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Title:
Nazareth Sanatorium
Albuquerque (NM), Linen
Description:
Southwest Post Card Co
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Title:
Greetings from Albuquerque New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
The metropolis of New Mexico, Albuquerque is situated on the Rio Grande at an elevation of 4988 ft., and is approximately the center of the state. The busy city of today was founded by Gov. Cuervo in 1706 and named for the Duke of Alburquerque. Later the first R in name was dropped with the coming of the Americans
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Title:
Bow and Arrow Lodge
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1957 Nov-2
Description:
Recommended for the discriminating traveler. 25 Modern Units Near Theaters Shopping Centers Kirtland Field and Sandia Base Telephone 5-1231
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Title:
Bowlin's Running Indian Flying C Ranch
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1969
Description:
Bowlin's Running Indian Flying C Ranch 77 miles east of Albequerque on U.S. Highway 66 & Interstate 10...Mail address Santa Rosa, N.M. Select Indian hand made jewelry and world famous Navajo rugs. Gifts and souvenirs for the entire family...Indian traders since 1912. *Buy with confidence*
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Title:
Americana Motor Inn
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Series 93686-B
A modern oasis in the heart of the Indian Country. 52 completely new modern units, with TV, tile baths, phone, wall-to-wall carpet, ref. air conditioning, hot water heat, restaurant, charming dining room, beautiful heated swimming pool
Dexter Press Inc
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Title:
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1966 Apr-5
Description:
Series K.543
Johnson Gymnasium and entrance to University of New Mexico Albuquerque Indoor sports are centered in Johnson Gymnasium, which includes an indoor pool, two large arenas, handball courts and other specialized areas
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Title:
Navaho Mother And Child Wearing Indian Building
Albuquerque (NM), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
Description:
Series 7994
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Title:
Desert Inn Downtown Motor Hotel, 918 Central Ave. S. W
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Sixty-one DeLuxe Units and Dining room All Centrally Cooled by Refrigeration and Heated with hot water. Telephone in Every Room. Eh Best of Everything for Your Comfort and Enjoyment. Visit our lovely Dining room and Banquet room. Heated Swimming Pool. “The Tops in Stops” Clyde and Goldie Tyler, Owners
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Title:
Desert Inn Downtown Motor Hotel, 918 Central Ave. S. W
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Series 75601
Sixty-one DeLuxe Units and Dining room All Centrally Cooled by Refrigeration and Heated with hot water. Telephone in Every Room. Eh Best of Everything for Your Comfort and Enjoyment. Visit our lovely Dining room and Banquet room. Heated Swimming Pool. “The Tops in Stops” Clyde and Goldie Tyler, Owners
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Title:
Alvarado
Albuquerque (NM), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1907 Feb-09
Description:
Series 9415
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Title:
Pioneer Motel, 7600 Centeral Ave S.E
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1961 Jun-19
Description:
Individually air conditioned units. Singles and doubles; kitchens; tubs and showers. TV Sets. Near good restaurants. Everything modern
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Title:
Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Series 51137-B
Largest city in New Mexico. The Albuquerque skyline, as seen from the Coronado Freeway.
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Title:
The Church Of San Felipe De Neri On The Plaza
Albuquerque (NM), Linen PM 1947 Aug-12
Description:
Series A-17
Originally built by the Franciscans in 1706-7. The Old Spanish garrison Building adjoins the church and the original adobe walls still stand, though now covered with a brick facing. The building is now used by the Jesuit Priests as their home.
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Title:
Air View Of Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Linen PM 1944 Jul-00
Description:
Series A-19
The Village of Albuquerque - the present Old town was founded by Gov. Curve in 1706. in 1885 the railroad arrived, building their depot 3 miles east. A new town sprang up around this and is now the largest city in the state with a population of 50,000 and is the leading commercial center between Kansas City and Los Angeles.
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Title:
Sandia Peak Ski Area
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Skiers and sight-seers begin their ride on the 7500 foot long double chairlift, The lift takes them to an altitude of 10,378 feet. La Madera restaurant and Warming Lodge are seen in the background.
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Title:
Holiday Inn East, 12901 Central Ave., N. E.
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Swimming Pool - Air conditioned - Restaurant Free TV - Free Teletype Reservations Beautiful Bar
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Title:
Mantle Piece Indian Building
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
Description:
The Thunder Bird over the mantle piece is one of the most frequently encountered symbols of Indian mythology. It is the symbol of the lightening, the thunder and the rain, signifing to the primitive people of the arid Southwest all things beneficent and kind, and an enduring talisman of good fortune.
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Title:
Library Tower, University of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Linen PM 1941 Dec-03
Description:
This beautiful building in the pueblo Indian style of architecture, erected at, a cost of $350,000, is the last word in modern convenience. Housing 62,000 volumes, space is provided for additional tiers as needed. The Indian and early Spanish motif is carried out in the decorations, with carvings and other designs by native workmen.
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Title:
Library Tower, University of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Linen PM 1941 Dec-03
Description:
This beautiful building in the pueblo Indian style of architecture, erected at, a cost of $350,000, is the last word in modern convenience. Housing 62,000 volumes, space is provided for additional tiers as needed. The Indian and early Spanish motif is carried out in the decorations, with carvings and other designs by native workmen.
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Title:
Bernilillo County Courthouse, 4th and Tijeras N. W.
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
The newly constructed county courthouse in the foreground. In the back, Albuquerque's new City Hall – located on North Fourth Street in the downtown area.
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Title:
Navaho Silversmith, Indian Building
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
Description:
The Navaho silversmiths learned their art centuries ago from Mexico and there has been comparatively little change in either method or tools, the art being maintained in pure form by them. The geometric forms that prevale in the designs usually have a significance.
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Title:
Elle Weaving Indian Building
Albuquerque (NM), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Stop In Auto Court, On Highway 66 West
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Strictly Modern and up to Date For reservations write, R.R. No. 3, Box 245
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Title:
Fourth Street Looking North
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Shown here on the left is the Simms Building and to the right, The Bank of New Mexico.
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Title:
St. Joseph's Sanatorium
Albuquerque (NM), White Border unused
Description:
St. Joseph's Sanatorium, conducted by the Sisters of Charity, is the oldest establishment of its kind in Albuquerque. It has thirty private rooms, forty cottages and two wards with twenty-five beds, for the accommodation of its patrons. It is equipped with every modern convenience.
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Title:
Original Oil Paintings
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM Sep-25
Description:
Original oil paintings by some of the best known artists of the American Southwest are exhibited son the walls in this hallway in La Placita Dining Rooms on the Old town Plaza in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The hand carved walnut balustrade on the stairway was freighted to New Mexico by wagon train down the Old Santa Fe Trail a century ago. La Placita Dining Rooms occupy the historic Casa de Armijo, a Spanish hacienda which dates back to Albuquerque's founding in 1706 as a Spanish villa near the banks of the Rio Grande.
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Title:
Looking East From Franciscan Hotel, Central Avenue
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
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Title:
Masonic Temple
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
The Masonic Orders are especially strong here, having just completed a magnificent temple at a cost of over $75,000. probably the finest fraternal building in this section of the country.
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Title:
Occidental Life Building
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Home Office of Occidental Life Insurance Company Erected in 1917
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Title:
Old Mexican Carreta
Albuquerque (NM), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
Description:
Old Mexican Carreta, Albuquerque Indian Building.
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Title:
Rio Grande Bridge
Albuquerque (NM), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
A Group Of Navahoes
Albuquerque (NM), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1909 Mar-22
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Title:
Navaho Mother And Child Weaving Indian Building
Albuquerque (NM), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Administration Building, University Of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
This building finished in Southwestern Pueblo style-is one of the most perfect in the country from an architectural standpoint. It is 250 feet wide, contains 73 rooms and was erected at a cost of $250,000.
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Title:
Santa Fe Super Chief
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
A crack streamlined train of the Santa Fe Ry., in front of the Depot and Alvarado Hotel, ready to continue its journey from Chicago to Los Angeles.
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Title:
San Felipe De Neri Church, Old Town Plaza
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Built in the early 1700's shortly after the villa of Albuquerque was founded, San Felipe still serves the spiritual needs of Old Albuquerque.
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Title:
Albuquerque Trave Lodge, 615 Central N. E. U. S. 66
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
40 units, Heated Pool, Cooled by Refrigeration Phones, Television in rooms, Sun Deck Recommended by AAA "For the Best Rest, East or West."
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Title:
Tewa Lodge, U. S. Highway 66 5715 Central Ave
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
24 Air Conditioned Units - All tile baths, wall to wall carpeting, free TV, telephones, and thermostatically controlled heat in every room. Diner's Club credit cards honored.
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Title:
Old Town Plaza
Albuquerque (NM), Continental Chrome unused
Description:
An area of unique shops, housed in the aged buildings of Old Albuquerque. The Plaza has both a religious and historic background from its Spanish heritage.
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Title:
President's Residence, University of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Continental Chrome unused
Description:
University President's home is built in the typical southwestern architecture. The same style of Indian Pueblo design is used on many of the various building throughout the University campus
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Title:
Sandia Peak Ski Area
Albuquerque (NM), Continental Chrome unused
Description:
Sandia Peak Ski Area, Albuquerque, New Mexico More than 10 miles of slopes - all groomed to perfection - await the skier, whether novice or expert. With seven major trails, Sandia Peak's longest is two and one half miles with a vertical drop of 1700 feet.
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Title:
Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway
Albuquerque (NM), Continental Chrome unused
Description:
The upped terminal of America's longest tramway. Dine two miles up at the Summit House or enjoy skiing during the winter months. The Tram ride offers the most spectacular view of Albuquerque
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Title:
University Of N. M
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back PM 1914 Aug-09
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Title:
Minton Lodge, 4101 East Central Highway 66
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
For Pleasant stay in "The Land of Enchantment." One of the Newer and Finer Lodges in Albuquerque. Near the University of New Mexico. 4101 East Central - On Highway 66. 21 Large, comfortable, attractively furnished rooms - in single and double units. All rooms facing shaded, restful patio for the convenience of guests. Air Conditioned - For Your Comfort - Steam Heat. Tub and Shower baths-Garages - T.V. for Rooms. Some Kitchenettes. Close to Everything. Good Cafes - shopping District - Theatres.
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Title:
St. Charles Church And Rectory
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
This fine catholic church, located on East Coal Ave. is serving East Albuquerque, comprising University Heights, Nob Hill and Park land Hills districts.
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Title:
Zuyah Chee A Navaho Child
Albuquerque (NM), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1907 Dec-18
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Title:
Work Room Indian Building
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
Description:
In the Indian Building at Albuquerque are a number of Navahos spinning and dyeing wool, weaving blankets, and making silver ornaments with their crude tools. Indians from other tribes Santo Domingo, Isleta, Laguna and San Felipe, may be seen selling their pottery or lounging around in their picturesque costumes.
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Title:
Indian Building
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
Description:
Juana Marie, A Pueblo Indian Of Albuquerque. The Pueblo Indian is the most striking ethnologic figure in our America Today. He is not poor from any point of view. He is the sole aborigine on earth who inhabits many storied buildings and the only man who ever achieved in our land such architecture of unburnt clay. Their costumes are picturesque and even handsome, that of the women in particular. These quaint folks whose facial appearance is generally comely are far from naked savages.
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Title:
Grand Western Motor Inn, 918 Central SW
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1953 Mar-10
Description:
Close to Downtown & Old Town • The Price is Right • Direct Dial Phones • Spacious Rooms • Heated Pool • Dining Room Color TV • Gov. Rates • Courtesy Car to Plane, Train & Bus Station.
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Title:
Administration Building, University Of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1966 Feb-01
Description:
This building, finished in southwestern pueblo style, is one of the most perfect in the country, from an architectural standpoint. It is 250 feet wide and contains 73 rooms.
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Title:
La Posada De Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Continental Chrome unused
Description:
"The small hotel of historic proportions" First opened on June 9, 1939 as the Albuquerque Hilton. 125 Second Street NW Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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Title:
Sandia Mountain
Albuquerque (NM), Continental Chrome unused
Description:
Sandia Mountain seen from downtown Albuquerque, Sandia Crest reaches a height of 10,678 feet (3,257m).
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Title:
Nazareth Sanatorium, Route 4. ox 270
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
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Title:
The Fred Harvey-Alvarado Hotel
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
With its deep porticos, long arched corridors, stately towers and charming gardens, the Alvarado Hotel represents a distinct achievement in the Spanish Mission style of architecture.
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Title:
Albuquerque High School
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
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Title:
Public Library
Albuquerque (NM), Linen PM 1949 Apr-30
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Title:
Indian Sanatorium
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Constructed in 1934 by the Indian Service at a cost of $500,000. Administered by the United Pueblos Agency for Indian patients, composed principally of southwestern Indians. Pueblo and Navajo Indians are treated for Tuberculosis at no charge. Non-Indians are not admitted.
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Title:
Westward Ho Motel, Highway 66 - 7500 Central Ave
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
12 New Modern Air Conditioned Units - Safe Vented Heat - Radios and Alarm Clocks in every room - Complete family accommodations with two room connecting units.
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Title:
Fred Harvey's Alvarado Hotel
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Fred Harvey's Alvarado Hotel on the corner of First Street & Central . . . 118 delightfully appointed air conditioned guest rooms . . . Located conveniently in downtown Albuquerque . . . Free parking . . . Delicious food in the tradition of Fred Harvey . . . Spotlight Room Cocktail Lounge . . . Beautiful grounds and gardens
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Title:
Rio Grande Bridge
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Sandia Mountains
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Our Lady Of Fatima Church
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Located at the corner of Lomas Blvd. and Morningside, this church was completed in 1958. It is one of the most up to date Catholic buildings in the city and has a beautifully striking postal interior.
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Title:
Entrance To Indian Building
Albuquerque (NM), White Border unused
Description:
The Indians of nearby villages have been permitted to establish a little market place in front of the Indian Building at Albuquerque. They may be seen here in greatest numbers during the seasons when not occupied in planting or harvesting. The women are usually from Isleta, the men from San Domingo. Due to some native custom the conservative San Domingans do not permit their women to appear in public.
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Title:
Kim America's Foremost Indian Theatre
Albuquerque (NM), White Border PM 1933 Jul-24
Description:
The KiMo Theatre Building expresses architecturally, in its composite design, the traditions of New Mexico and the old southwest. One of the few typically American Indian architectural expressions, with a suggestion of the Spanish in its contours, this unusual edifice, both inside and out, provides an atmosphere of historical romance unequalled elsewhere in America.
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Title:
The Alvarado Santa Fe Hotel
Albuquerque (NM), White Border PM 1926 Dec-09
Description:
Fred Harvey The Station Hotel at Albuquerque, with its deep porticos, long arched corridors and stately towers, is a distinct achievement in carrying out the Spanish Mission style of architecture. It is named after Hernandez de Alvarado, a captain of artillery in Coronado's famous expedition.
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Title:
The Alvarado
Albuquerque (NM), White Border unused
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Title:
The Alvarado
Albuquerque (NM), White Border PM 1907 Jun-11
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Title:
Old Mexican Carreta Albuquerque Indian Building
Albuquerque (NM), White Border unused
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Title:
Commercial Club
Albuquerque (NM), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1907 May-01
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Title:
Air View Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
This air view shows the heart of the city, looking east toward majestic Sandia Mountains, elevation of 10,378 ft. Albuquerque is situated on the Rio Grande and is about the center of the State.
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Title:
El Parian
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Albuquerque retains the charming atmosphere of colonial times in the fascinating shops, Restaurants and quaint patios of Old Town, established by the Spanish in New Mexico.
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Title:
Johnson Gymnasium, University Of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Indoor sports are centered in Johnson Gymnasium, which includes an indoor pool, two large arenas, handball courts and other specialized areas.
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Title:
Plaza And San Felipe Church
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
This old church, built in 1706, is the most important historical landmark in Albuquerque to-day. Building on left houses Sister Blandina Convent and on right, The Old Spanish Garrison Building recently remodeled, is now used by the Jesuit Priests as their home.
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Title:
Albuquerque Skyline, Central Avenue
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Central Avenue, looking west from Pan-American Freeway Albuquerque, New Mexico. This skyline view shows, to the left, The Bank of New Mexico Building, the Simms Building and U. S. Government Buildings. Prominent buildings on the right are the First National Bank Building and the Hilton Hotel.
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Title:
Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
The metropolitan area, looking West from the Santa Fe Train Station.
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Title:
Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Up the rugged west side of the Sandia Mountains, the tram climbs 2.7 miles in ten minutes. Sandia Peak Tramway is the longest clear and unsupported span in North America, third longest in the world.
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Title:
Central Avenue From Fourth Street
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
This corner is the "heart of the City" where the two main throughfares cross and the center of the business district
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Title:
Minton Lodge
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Centrally Located and One of the Newer and Finer Lodges in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 4101 Central Ave. East - On Highway 66. 21 Large, attractively furnished rooms - in single and double units. All rooms facing shaded, restful patio for the convenience of guests. Air Conditioned - For your comfort - Steam heat. Tub and shower baths. T-V and Radios for rooms. Some Kitchenettes. Close to Everything. Good Cafes - Shopping District - Theatres.
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Title:
Greetings From Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
"The Duke City" The metropolis of New Mexico, Albuquerque is situated on the Rio Grande at an elevation 4988 ft., and is approximately the center of the state. The busy city of today was founded by Gov, Cuervo in 1706 and named for the Duke of Albuquerque. Later the first R in the name was dropped, with the coming of the Americans.
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Title:
Church Of San Felipe
Albuquerque (NM), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1905
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Title:
Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
The metropolitan area, looking west from the Santa Fe Train Station.
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Title:
Welcome To Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1964
Description:
Rio Grande Bridge, West side Albuquerque.
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Title:
University Of New Mexico, Administration Building
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1960
Description:
University of New Mexico buildings are outstanding examples of the influence of ancient Indian Spanish Mission architecture on modern Rio Grande Valley structures
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Title:
Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Nearing Timberline on the Sandia Mountain Crest, this gnarly sentinel holds out againest nature's elements
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Title:
Charles Church And Rectory
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
THIS FINE CATHOLIC CHURCH, LOCATED ON EAST COAL AVE. IS SERVING EAST ALBAQUERQUE, COMPRISING UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, NOB HILL AND PARKLAND HILLS DISTRICTS.
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Title:
First Baptist Church
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
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Title:
First Baptist Church
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
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Title:
St. George Greek Orthodist Church
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
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Title:
The Ramada Inn
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Located on Route 66 . . . Just five minutes from downtown Albuquerque . . . 132 beautifully decorated rooms . . . 24-hour coffee shop . . . Heated swimming pool . . Complete hotel service. 4501 Central Ave., N. E. Airport Courtesy Car - Phone (505) 265-7901.
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Title:
Moonlight view
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
The ever-changing skyline of downtown Albuquerque, the largest city in New Mexico. This moonlight view shows watermelon-colored Sandia Mountain in the background.
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Title:
Sleepy Hollow Court, 1021 W. Central Ave
Albuquerque (NM), Linen PM 1933
Description:
"For people who care" Sleepy Hollow court. Offering 22 units of comfort and convenience to the most exacting traveler is located three blocks form the main shopping district of Albuquerque.
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Title:
Immaculate Conception Church
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
This modern Catholic Church is located downtown at Sixty and Copper Streets. In 1959, the old building was torn down and this new edifice was erected to serve the large parish of the city.
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Title:
Bernilillo County Courthouse, 4th and Tijeras, N. W.
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
The newly constructed county courthouse in the foreground. In the back, Albuquerque's new City Hall - located on North Fourth Street in the downtown area.
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Title:
Greetings From Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
This fabulous building is one of the most beautiful and unique in the world. There are no visible supports to its distinguished dome roof. This was accomplished by piling dirt inside the upright structural steel for the walls, forming the shape of the roof, then reinforcing steel laid and concrete poured. When this was cured, the dirt was taken out, and there was the solid steel and concrete dome. Albuquerque Municipal Airport Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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Title:
Scene In Tijeras Canyon
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
This "City of rocks" is traversed on Highway 66 in Tijeras Canyon of the Sandia Mountains about near the west entrance of the Canyon.
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Title:
Administration Building Municipal Airport
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Albuquerque's $1,000,000 Municipal airport is the largest commercial airport in the U. S. It lies on the mesa overlooking the city at an altitude of 5300 feet with the Sandia Mountains as a background for the beautiful Administration Building of typically Spanish design.
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Title:
Greetings From Kirtland Field
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Kirtland Field, popularly called "Albuquerque Air Base" is the world's largest Air Field and the nation's foremost Bombardier School. It is named for the 3rd oldest Army Aviator, Roy C. Kirtland. Strategically located to the west coast, it is also glider pilot replacement center for the West Coast Air Forces Training Center. Col. Frank D. Hackett is C. O. in charge.
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Title:
Greetings From University Of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
You May be greeted by students from many states of the U. S. on the campus of the U. of N. M., due to the efficiency of its personnel and the opportunity afforded for the study of archeology, anthropology and foreign languages in this "the cradle of the nation". The Lobo football team makes history in the sport world.
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Title:
Air Views Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
This air view shows the heart of the city, looking east toward majestic Sandia Mountains, elevation of 10,378 ft. Albuquerque is situated on the Rio Grande and is about the center of the State.
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Title:
Greetings From Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
The Duke City The metropolis of N. M., Albuquerque is situated on the Rio Grande at an elevation of 4988 ft., and is approximately the center of the state. The busy city of today was founded by Gov. Cuervo in 1706 and named for the Duke of Albuquerque. Later the first R in the mane was dropped, with the coming of the Americans.
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Title:
Greetings From Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
"The Duke City" The metropolis of N. M., Albuquerque is situated on the Rio Grande at an elevation of 4988 ft., and is approximately the center of the state. The busy city of today was founded by Gov. Cuervo in 1706 and named for the Duke of Albuquerque. Later the first R in the mane was dropped, with the coming of the Americans.
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Title:
Greetings From Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
The Duke City The metropolis of N. M., Albuquerque is situated on the Rio Grande at an elevation of 4988 ft., and is approximately the center of the state. The busy city of today was founded by Gov. Cuervo in 1706 and named for the Duke of Albuquerque. Later the first R in the mane was dropped, with the coming of the Americans.
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Title:
Texas Ann Court
Albuquerque (NM), Linen PM 1940
Description:
2029 West Central, Will Rogers Highway U. S. 66 Albuquerque, New Mexico. Texas Ann Court, in romantic old Albuquerque, New Mexico. Three blocks form old Spanish fort, erected in 1706, and San Felipe Church, 240 years old Two blocks to the Rio Grande River. Golfing, bathing fishing, horseback riding. Accommodations for one or the family. Showers floor heat, excellent beds. With or without kitchenettes. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Sparlin, Phone 377.
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Title:
Santa Fe Super Chief
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
A crack streamlined train of the Santa Fe Ry., in front of the Depot and Alvarado Hotel, ready to continue its journey from Chicago to Los Angeles.
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Title:
Public Library
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
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Title:
Air View Of Old Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
In this old Town Plaza was founded the City of Albuquerque in 1706. The church facing the Plaza is San Felipe de Neri, which still has the original walls, five feet thick. Surrounding the Plaza are quaint specialty shops and famous eating establishments.
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Title:
Indian Building And Santa Fe Station
Albuquerque (NM), White Border unused
Description:
Possibly hundreds of years before Coronado discovered them, the Pueblo Indians of he Rio Grande Valley fashioned their cooking, storage and practically all household utensils from native clay. Women from Isleta and men from San Domingo are here selling examples of this pottery, bows and arrows, etc.,
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Title:
Santa Fe Mission Depot
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back PM 1916
Description:
Albuquerque is a very ancient and interesting settlement, being on an elevation of 5,000 feet above sea level. The first explorers of this region were the Spaniards from Mexico. The city was founded by them in 1706. The territory is noted for its many curious and interesting mission which were inhabited by the missionaries in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.
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Title:
Santa Fe Mission Depot
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
Description:
Albuquerque is a very ancient and interesting settlement, being on an elevation of 5,000 feet above sea level. The first explorers of this region were the Spaniards from Mexico. The city was founded by them in 1706. The territory is noted for its many curious and interesting mission which were inhabited by the missionaries in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.
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Title:
Morning Greetings
Albuquerque (NM), White Border unused
Description:
Most of the Isleta Indians still adhere to their costume - Although the men are gradually giving up their native costume, the women still wear the colored native dresses, which have been worn for hundreds of years. They cover their feet with a moccasin of buckskin which terminates in a long broad strip that is wound about their leg.
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Title:
Rio Grande Bridge
Albuquerque (NM), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Albuquerque Trave Lodge, 615 Central N. E
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1960
Description:
40 Units. Heated pool, cooled by refrigeration phones. Television in rooms, sun deck recommended by AAA and Duncan Hines. "For the Best rest east or west."
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Title:
Indian Pueblo Of Isleta
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Isleta (Island) is one of the largest Indian Pueblos of the province of ancient Tiguex, mentioned as early as 1541. It is located 13 miles south of Albuquerque on the Rio Grande. The site of the Pueblo is one of the oldest in America, and the fortlike Church dates back to 1605-1617 and is therefore as old as any in the country.
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Title:
Sandia Loop Road
Albuquerque (NM), Linen PM 1938
Description:
The scenic Rim Drive over the crest of the Sandia Mts. To Bernalillo is one of surpassing beauty and interest. From the summit one gets a marvelous view of the Rio Grande valley, the extinct volcanoes and the city of Albuquerque. To the north Bernalillo and several other villages are visible, while to the west Mount Taylor, 75 miles distant, dominates the scene on a clear day.
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Title:
Library, University of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome
Description:
Typical Indian Pueblo and Early Spanish Mission architecture has been adapted on this building and a number of others on the University Campus. The Library, housing some 70,000 volumes, has Indian and Early Spanish Motif carried out in interior decorations.
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Title:
Library, The Great Hand made Chandelier in the Main Reading Room, University of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
The University Library - contains more than 125,000 volumes with a total capacity of over 300,000. Of Pueblo-style architecture, this beautiful building was opened April 1, 1938. The carvings are in the symbolic indian motif and the furniture and other ornamentations are entirely authentic of the South-west. The Great Chandelier - in the reference room is said to be the largest of its type ever made by hand. It follows the design of the lamps used by the early Spanish conquistadors.
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Title:
Cedro Canyon, South of Highway 66
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
This scenic spot, about a mile south of Sandia Loop Drive Junction on Highway 66, is in Cedro Canyon of the Cibola National Forest leading to Mountainair, N. Mex.
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Title:
The Alvarado
Albuquerque (NM), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Bataan Memorial Methodist Hospital
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
This fine hospital is one of the most modern and best-equipped institutions of the Southwest. The fire-proof structure of Southwestern Architecture is located in Albuquerque's Hospital Center on 5400 Gibson Blvd., S. E.
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Title:
Wright's Trading Post
Albuquerque (NM), White Border unused
Description:
The Show place of the west wright's trading post. Albuquerque, N.M. Headquarters for Indians and their Curios. The building is modeled after Indian Architecture. Rises three stories; each terrace being built back over the one below, answers as the front yard to the above story. Note bake ovens on roof above round dome shape. Beside Indian is a Navajo Sweat house where the Medicine Man cures the sick
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Title:
US 66 Four Lane Highway Tijeras Canyon
Albuquerque (NM) unused
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Title:
Roosevelt Park
Albuquerque (NM) unused
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Title:
Indian building and Santa Fe station
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
Description:
Possibly hundreds of years before Coronado discovered them, the Pueblo Indians of the Rio Grande Valley fashioned their cooking, storage and practically all household utensils from native clay. Women from Isleta and men from San Domingo are here selling examples of this pottery, bows and arrows, etc
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Title:
Entrance to Indian building
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
Description:
The Indians of nearby villages have been permitted to establish a little market place here. They may be found in greatest numbers during the seasons when not occupied in planting or harvesting. The women are usually from Isleta, the men from San Domingo. Due to some native custom the conservative San Domingans do not permit their women to appear in public
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Title:
General View, Interior of Indian Building
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
Description:
The Indian and Mexican Buildings at Albuquerque, New Mexico, houses the finest, rarest, and most interesting collection of Indian and Mexican handiwork in this country. In this building you can see Indian women carding, spinning and dyeing wool and weaving blankets. The men making primitive silver ornaments. All this carried on in the very crude way handed down by generations long past
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Title:
H-1936 Navaho Blanket Weavers, Indian Building
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
Description:
This is not an uncommon sight in Arizona and New Mexico, for the Navaho Indians are the principal blanket weavers in the various Indian tribes of the Southwest. The art of blanket weaving, amont the Navahos, was probably learned from the Pueblo Indians some three or four hundred years ago, and the Navahos, being a shrewd, business-like people, developed the Art until their product became famous throughout the civilized world. Many of their old blankets especially rival the old Persian and Oriental rugs
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Title:
The Alvarado, Fred Harvey Hotel
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
Description:
The Station Hotel at Albuquerque, with its deep porticos, long arched corridors and stately towers, is a distinct achievement in carrying out the Spanish Mission style of architecture. It is named after Hernandez de Alvarado, a captain of artillery in Coronado's famous expedition
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Title:
Rio Grande Bridge, Albuquerque, N.M
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back PM 1912 Jan-25
Description:
Printed in Switzerland Detroit Publishing Co
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Title:
Downtown Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1953 Aug-26
Description:
In the heart of the Indian Country this famous city has played an important role in the development of the southwest. In this photograph we are looking east on central aver. The Sandia Mountains are in the background. The building in the left foreground partially covered by trees is the Masonic temple
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Title:
Central Avenue Looking East
Albuquerque (NM), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Albuquerque Skyline, Central Avenue
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome PM 1965 May-22
Description:
This skyline view shows to the left, The bank of New Mexico Building, The SIMMs Building and U. S. Government Buildings. Prominent buildings on the right are the First National Bank Building and the Hilton Hotel.
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Title:
Central Ave.And Forth St. In The Heart Of Aibuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Looking northeast in diwntown Albuquerque.Straight ahead is Central Ave.,which becomes Highway 66 east and west.Fourth St., becomes Highway 85,north to Santa Fe and Taos,South to Ei Paso ,texas
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Title:
Central Ave. And Fourth St5.In The Heart Of Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Looking east on Central Ave.whioch is Highway 66 east and west.Forth Stret is Highway 85 ,north Santa Fe and Colorado points,south to EI Paso,Texas ,and Old Mexico
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Title:
Central Ave., Looking East Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
From Fifth St. may be seen the heart of the business didtrict of the metropolis of New Mexico.The fact that Albuqurque is rated as the best lighted city of size in the U.S.attests to the progressiveness of the merchants
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Title:
Air View Of University Of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
The University, following the unique theme, have all buildings constructed along a modified Pueblo architectural style.
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Title:
Historic Old Mission Church, Isleta Indian Pueblo
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
THIS PUEBLO IS ONE OF THE OLDEST AND LARGEST IN AMERICA -- AND A STRIKING FEATURE IS THE OLD CHURCH OF SAN ANTONIO DE ISLETA. IT IS EASILY DISTINGUISHED BY THE TWO IMMENSE BELL TOWERS AND IS THOUGHT TO HAVE BUILT SOMETIME BETWEEN 1605 - 1621. THE MISSION SANCTUARY AND ALTAR ARE VERY BEAUTIFULLY DECORATED WITH MANY HISTORIC PAINTINGS AND STATUES
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Title:
Huning Castle
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Franz Huning came to America a boy. The gold excitement of 49 started him for California, landing in Albuquerque in 1856. The attractions and opportunities of the Rio Grande held him. He started one of the first large general stores of Old Albuquerque. Huning Castle was built in 1883, modeled from the builder's memory of an old castle on the Rhine. It is now the private home of his son, Arno Huning.
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Title:
Greetings From U. Of N. M
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome unused
Description:
Top: Johnson Gymnasium The new $2,000,000 Gym on the Campus of the University of New Mexico. Bottom: University Library Building.
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Title:
Central Ave
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Looking west by night
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Title:
Greetings From Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
The Duke City The metropolis of N. M., Albuquerque is situated on the Rio Grande at an elevation of 4988 ft., and is approximately the center of the state. The busy city of today was founded by Gov. Cuervo in 1706 and named for the Duke of Albuquerque. Later the first R in the mane was dropped, with the coming of the Americans.
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Title:
Greetings From Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
In this plaza were enacted A. D. 1706 By governor and captain general Don Francisco Quervo Y Valdez cermonies incident to the founding of the villa of Albuquerque named after the Spanish viceroy Don Francisco Fernandex De La Enriquez Duke of Albuquerque. Marker in old - Town plaza commemorating the founding of Albuquerque. There are two Albuquerques. Historic Old Town founded seventy years before the signing of the Declaration of Independence - and the new Modern City, one hundred and seventy-four years later. The two places, so different in tempo and appearance, are joined by Central avenue (U. S. Highway 66). Nestling at the base of the beautiful Sandia Mountains the present Albuquerque is spread out over 100 square miles with a population approximating 100,000. all around is the fascination of N. M. and the picturesque Indian Country.
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Title:
Library , University Of New Mexico
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
This beautiful building in the Pueblo Indian style of architecture, erected at a cost of $350,000, is the last word in modern convenience. Housing 62,000 volumes, space is provided for additional tiers as needed. The Indian and early Spanish motif is carried out in the decorations, with carvings and other designs by native workmen.
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Title:
Hotel Hilton
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
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Title:
Railroad Avenue
Albuquerque (NM), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
New U. S. Veterans' Hospital
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Occupying 515 acres of land 5 miles east of Albuquerque, New Mexico, the new Hospital for Ex-soldiers of all wars the U. S. has been engaged in, was built at a cost of $1,250,000.00 and has the capacity of caring for 262 patients with provisions for an increase of twice that number. There are approximately 250 employees including executives, physicians. nurses, etc.,
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Title:
Indian Pueblo Of Isleta
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Isleta (Island) is one of the largest Indian Pueblos of the province of ancient Tiguex, mentioned as early as 1541. It is located 13 miles south of Albuquerque on the Rio Grande. The site of the Pueblo is one of the oldest in America, and the fortlike Church dates back to 1605-1617 and is therefore as old as any in the country.
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Title:
Enchanted Mesa Encantada
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Mesa Encantada, 430 ft. An ancient Legend is that once upon a time the Acoma Indians lived upon this Mesa. That during a busy season every one was at work in the fields below except three sick women who remained on top. An earthquake came causing their entrance to fall leaving the three women to die. It is still impossible to climb to the top of the Mesa.
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Title:
Greetings from Albuquerque
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Marker In old - Town Plaza Commemorating the Founding of Albuquerque There are two Albuquerques. Historic Old Town founded seventy years before the signing of the Declaration of Independence--and the new Modern City, one hundred and seventy - four years later. The two places, so different in tempo and appearance, are joined by Central Avenue ( U. S. Highway 66). Nestling at the base of the beautiful Sandia Mountains the present Albuquerque is spread out over 100 square miles with a population approximating 100.000. All around is the fascination of New Mexico and the Picturesque Indian Country.
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Title:
Continental Divide
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
The Great Continental Divide extends from Alaska through the Western United States, Mexico, Central America and South America to Patagonia. From this "Divide" the water (streams) run definitely east or west. We cross this Highway "66" just about 115 miles west of Albuquerque and 30 miles east of Gallup, N. M. This spectacular view of the Red Rocks is from the village at the Divide.
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Title:
Highway U. S. 66 Entering Rio Grande Valley at Albuquerque N. Mex. With Sandia Mountains in the Background
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
Rio Grande Valley At Albuquerque
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Title:
Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway
Albuquerque (NM), Chrome
Description:
Just before sunset on Sandia Peak Tram, the longest clear and unsupported span in New America. Daytime, sunset, or after dark the 2. A rule ride to the top, is an experience to be remembered.
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Title:
Ernie Pyle's Home
Albuquerque (NM), Linen unused
Description:
The residence of the famous Scripps Howard Columnist was donated to the city of Albuquerque. The home is now used as a branch Library containing about 6000 volumes
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