Title:
Spanish Cabinet
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
One of the thousands of actual and varied exhibits occupying more than 22,000 square feet of floor space in the municipally-owned Lightner Museum of Hobbies, the only one of its kind in the world. Gift of O.C. Lightner, Chicago, Ill., publisher of Hobbies Magazine, to the city of St. Augustine, Florida.
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Title:
The Famed Crystal Room
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
One of the thousands of actual and varied exhibits occupying more than 22,000 square feet of floor space in the municipally-owned Lightner Museum of Hobbies, the only one of its kind in the world. Gift of O.C. Lightner, Chicago, Ill., publisher of Hobbies Magazine, to the city of St. Augustine, Florida.
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Title:
The Old Spanish Inn
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
"One of the oldest and most interesting buildings in America's oldest and most interesting city." This charming old building, which dates back to the days when Florida had a Spanish King and Queen, has been restored and now is an Exhibition Building, furnished again with quaint period furnishings brought from Spain. It is located on historic St. George Street, near the old City Gates.
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Title:
Old City Gates
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
The present City Gates were built about 1804, and were part of an older wall that surrounded the ancient city for protection. The drawbridge leading to the gates was raised at sundown in the early days and late comers were forced to obtain special permission to enter.
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Title:
Garden Of Ponce De Leon Hotel
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
View over the magnificent gardens of fabulous Ponce de Leon Hotel built by Henry M. Flagler. He sent Carrere and Hastings to Spain to study architecture there, to design this Hotel.
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Title:
Treasury Street
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
Description:
Narrowest in U. S., 6 feet, 1 inch. Used in Spanish period as a public highway. The Veddes building on the right is probably the oldest in the city.
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Title:
Anastasia Light House
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
Description:
This light house replaces old Spanish Light House that was washed away by the sea
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Title:
The Plaza
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
Description:
The Plaza, showing the Cathedral. The Spanish monument erected in 1812, the new band stand and in the background the Confederate monument.
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Title:
Watch Tower, Fort Marion
St. Augustine (FL), White Border PM 1922 Oct-04
Description:
Commanding a view of approach by both land and sea
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Title:
Fort Marion
St. Augustine (FL), White Border PM 1922 Oct-16
Description:
Approach to Fort Marion. Showing the Barbadian on left with bridge over moat to entrance. In the distance may be seen Anastesia Island and the Light House
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Title:
Entrance To Fort Marion
St. Augustine (FL), Divided Back PM Jan-29
Description:
Old Fort marion, Originally built in 1565 it was destroyed in 1586 by Sir Francis Drake, the present fort was finished in 1756.
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Title:
St. George Hotel And St George Street
St. Augustine (FL), Divided Back PM 1915 Jun-23
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Title:
St. Joseph's Old Spanish Cathedral
St. Augustine (FL), Divided Back unused
Description:
Erected by the Spaniards in 1791; enlarged 1890. One of the bells bears the date of 1682. There are two sets of chimes, one of which is modern.
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Title:
Hispanic Garden
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome PM 1979 May-17
Description:
In the heart of the restoration area, this garden symbolizes a bond between Spain, the mother country, and her colonies. It was made possible by donations and state Garden Club members.
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Title:
Ponce De Leon Shopping Center, King Street
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Ponce De Leon Shopping Center Adjoining Historical Aviles Street to East and Trinity Episcopal church on West
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Title:
Ponce De Leon Statue, Anderson Circle
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Monument to Ponce de Leon, Discoverer of Florida, erected by Dr. Andrew Anderson, unveiled November in San Juan, Porto Rico.
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Title:
Young Three Year Old Baby Alligators, Casper's Gartor Jungle
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Many thousand of rare birds, ostriches, crocodiles and reptiles. Varieties of Merchandise, Shoes and Souvenirs. Visit Casper's Gator Jungle 2 miles North of St. Augustine, Florida on U. S. Highway No. 1.
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Title:
Castillo De San Marcos National Monument And Matanzas Bay
St. Augustine (FL), Linen PM 1949 Sep-21
Description:
This fort was built by the Spaniards in the years following 1672. It is now the oldest existing fortification in the United States. Over it have flown the flags of Spain, Great Britain, the confederacy and the united States.
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Title:
Section Of The Dolls Exhibit In The Lightner Museum
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
One of the thousands of actual and varied exhibits occupying more than 22,000 square feet of floor space in the municipally-owned Lightner Museum of Hobbies, the only one of its kind in the world. Gift of O. C. Lightner, Chicago, Ill., publisher of Hobbies Magazine, to the city of St. Augustine, Florida.
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Title:
Court Yard
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Castillo De San Marcos
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Title:
Hotel Bennett
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Located on the bay, three blocks from post Office, close to Castillo de San Marcos and City Gates, two of the most interesting relics of the Spanish rule in Florida. Strictly modern, new, and up-to-date. Choice steam-heated rooms with or without private baths. Electric elevators. Private sunny terraces overlooking bay and ocean.
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Title:
Garden At The Oldest School House
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
The Oldest City in the United States. The old wooden schoolhouse, under three flags stands on quaint old St. George Street, just within the old city Gates. As evidence a Spanish Map of 1788 shows this red cedar house in fair condition. It is being used in recent exhibitions as contrast to the most modern types of school administration.
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Title:
Old Cathedral
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
A Vista of unusual beauty - The Roman Catholic Cathedral by Night. Built in the Moorish type of architecture, it was dedicated December 8th, 1796. Partially destroyed by fire in 1887, it was rebuilt extending the North wall and lengthening the arms of the Cross. The original chimes still hang in the facade, one bears the date 1682. The campanile was built in 1888 and contains the new Peal of Bells.
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Title:
Nuestra Senora De La Leche
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
The Shrine of Nuestra Senora de la Leche is the Oldest Mission in the United States. Now the National Shrine of Motherhood, it stands on the site of our country's First Mass, September 8, 1565. Open to all.
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Title:
Indian Burial Ground, Fountian Of Youth Park
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
The Oldest city in the United States. On April 13th, 1934 while preparing to set out full grown orange trees, workmen came in contact with human bones. The Smithsonian Institute at Washington was immediately notified. They sent Dr. M. W. Sterling, head of the Department of Ethnology, under who supervision the excavations were made. In his report he stats that in has opinion these skeletons were part of an ancient Burial ground, made during the early mission and military period of the Spanish regime which dates after St. Augustine was established in 1565. There are over one hundred skeletons exposed in the exact positions as they were found, housed in an appropriate building of Indian Communal design. Archaeologist say that there are thousands of Indian Skeletons buried on this location.
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Title:
United States Post Office
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
The Oldest City in the United States. This building was rebuilt by the United States Government at an approximate cost of over $200,000.00. It follows the architecture of the original building that was formerly used as the Spanish Governor General's Palace. The east wall still remaining as part of the present building was constructed by Gonzalo Mendez de Canzo, 1597 - 1603. Purchased by the King of Spain in 1603 as a dwelling for the Governor of Florida; at a cost of 1000 ducats; from that time on it was officially recognized and known as the Governor's mansion. Under Spanish flag, over 200 years, under British flag 20 years, under American flag since July 10th, 1821.
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Title:
Potter's Wax Museum
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Biblical figures displayed at Potter's Wax Museum. Figures sown on this card are - Abraham, Moses, Solomon and Ruth.
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Title:
Old Spanish Quarter, Aviles Street
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Aviles Street, where there is much of the old world atmosphere, showing overhanging balconies. Old house of don Toledo in foreground. The artist's mecca for Florida.
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Title:
Old Cathedral
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Oldest Roman Catholic Church in the U. S. Built 1793-97. the disastrous fire of 1887 left little of this old building besides the walls. Restored in 1888 when tower was added. The altars are of fine Carrara marble. Located on the Plaza
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Title:
Hotel Bennett
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Located on the bay, three blocks from post office, close to Castillo de San Marcos and City Gates, two of the most interesting relics of the Spanish rule in Florida. Strictly modern, new, and up-to-date. Choice steam-heated rooms with or without private baths. Electric elevators. Private sunny terraces overlooking bay and ocean.
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Title:
Hotel Monson
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Delightfully located on Matanzas Bay, overlooking the Atlantic. Newest and most modern hotel in Saint Augustine. Fire sprinkler system throughout. Excellent golf, bathing, fishing, boating and other sports. On U. S. 1-Fla. 4.
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Title:
Explore St. Augustine
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
One of the Largest and Oldest Live Oak Trees in St. Augustine. Estimated to be 450 years old, a Land Mark. The million Dollar Live Oak Tree above in the center of the Court should be seen by everyone interested in the natural beauty of St. Augustine. Office, Palms Motor Court, Where a courteous attendant awaits you. St. Augustine's leading Motor Court, 137 San Marco Ave. Visit our many attractions, enjoy the good food served at many nice places to eat, while relaxing and enjoying a comfortable rest at, Palms Motor Court, centrally located in the City, only 5 blocks north of, Castillo de San Marcos; National Monument, directly across street from. Fountain of Youth, 2 blocks from La leche Shrine. The Oldest House (under 4 flags), Old Wooden School House, Slave market, Old Spanish Treasury, Curiosity Shop, Lightner Museum, Villa Zoraydo, Ripley's "Believe it or not" Museum, etc. are in walking distance. The Ostrich Farm north of City. The St. Augustine Alligator Farm on the road to St. Augustine Beach and Marine Studios. The well landscape grounds of the Palms with shade trees makes this modern motor court one of the stops that you will enjoy and appreciate adding to the enjoyment of your vacation.
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Title:
Charlotte Street Of Olden Days
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
In every period of the city, Spanish, English, Spanish again, and American, Charlotte Street played an important. Part in historic and civic events. It picturesque buildings and homes sheltered influential business and descendants of early settlers.
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Title:
Castillo De San Marcos National Monument And Matanzas Bay
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
This fort was built by the Spaniards in the years following 1672. It is now the oldest existing fortification in the United States. Over it have flown the flags of Spain, Great Britain, the confederacy and the united States.
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Title:
Take A Boat Ride
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Conducted Scenic and Historical Cruise of St. Augustine Waterfront and beautiful Matanzas Bay, featuring 75 Points of Interest, aboard the 64 ft. Pleasure-boat "Victory II". This trip shows: National's Oldest City from North, South, East and West; Matanzas Bay, North river, San Sebastian River and Atlantic Ocean; Five Islands and Two Inlets; Castillo de San Marcos; Oyster beds and Salt Marshes; Wild Sea-Fowl and Porpoises; Numerous Waterfront Hotels and Homes, and other Points of Interest. Cruises start from Usina's Bay St. dock near Fort, where Fares and Schedules may be found. For further information Phone 1819-J or write Capt. Francis E. Usina, Box 301, St. Augustine, Fla.
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Title:
Ostrich Alligator Farm
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
St. Augustine Alligator-Ostrich Farm - Containing over 6,000 Alligators. The largest collection in the world. On the Ocean Shore Highway. Reached by auto or bus.
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Title:
Post Office
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
On the Plaza de la Constitution, in the center of the city, beside the Cathedral with its quaint Moorish belfry, stands the old Governor's Palace, now used as a Post Office and Public Library. The building is a beautiful example of the Old Spanish architecture.
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Title:
The Famed Crystal Room In The Lightner Museum Of Hobbies
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
One of the thousands of actual and varied exhibits occupying more than 22,000 square feet of floor space in the municipally-owned Lightner Museum of Hobbies, the only one of its kind in the world. Gift of O. C. Lightner, Chicago, Ill., publisher of Hobbies Magazine, to the city of St. Augustine, Florida.
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Title:
Bridge Of Lions At Twilight
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
The million dollar Bridge of Lions, erected by the people of St. Augustine, connects the quaint old city with Anastasia Island and St. Augustine Beach, a fifteen mile stretch of driving san, 300 feet wide, the finest in the world.
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Title:
Skyline Overlooking Bridge Of Lions And Matanzas Bay
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Oldest City in the U.S.A
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Title:
Municipal Dock
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Bridge of lions and the Atlantic Ocean. Viewed from any point, the Municipal Dock, Bridge of Lions and the Atlantic Ocean combine an unequalled picture. Many north and south bound yachts, traveling by the coastal water ways, stop at the Municipal Dock to take advantage of its many conveniences.
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Title:
Skyline Overlooking Bridge Of Lions
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Skyline overlooking bridge of lions ant cadenzas bay St. Augustine, Florida oldest City in the U. S. A.
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Title:
Old City Gates
St. Augustine (FL), Linen PM 1937 Jan-20
Description:
Built 1743. consisting of two square pillars of coquina rock, 20 feet in height. 10 feet thick walls are 30 feet in length and 10 feet thick. Space between pillars is 12 feet and were protected with heavy iron bound gates, and the approach was by way of a draw-bridge over the moat or ditch.
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Title:
Fort Matanzas National Monument
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Fort Matanzas National Monument was erected in 1737 by the Spanish. It is located on Rattlesnake Island, fourteen miles south of St. Augustine on State highway 140.
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Title:
Garden At The Oldest School House
St. Augustine (FL), Linen PM 1944 Feb-06
Description:
The old wooden schoolhouse, under three flags stands on quaint old St. George Street, just within the old City Gates. As evidence a Spanish map of 1788 shows this red cedar house in fair condition. It is being used in recent exhibitions as contrast to the most modern types of school administration.
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Title:
Trinity Episcopal Church
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
Description:
Juan Ponce de Leon discovered Florida in 1513, landing at an Indiana Village, where St. Augustine now stands. Pedro Menendez landed in 1565 with 2,600 souls and founded St. Augustine, the e first permanent white settlement in the United States. Fort Marion was begun 1586, completed in 1756, and was never taken by an enemy.
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Title:
Sea Wall
St. Augustine (FL), White Border PM 1924 Oct-21
Description:
Sea wall, showing Hotel Monson, Bennett House, Matanzas Apartments and Fort Marion in the Distance.
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Title:
Inside Old Fort Marion Court Yard
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
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Title:
Concert Hour Court Of Ponce De Leon Hotel
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
Description:
Court, Ponce de Leon Showing Frog Fountain and Main Entrance. Tourists enjoying the daily Concert.
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Title:
Concert Hour In The Court Of Ponce De Leon Hotel
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
Description:
Showing tourists enjoying the daily concert in the court of the Ponce de Leon Hotel, which is considered one of the finest hotels in the world.
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Title:
Hotel Ponce De Leon
St. Augustine (FL), White Border PM 1922 Mar-11
Description:
Front of the Ponce de Leon, showing Portcullus and Logga. The Ponce de Leon is probably the finest example of Spanish architecture in America.
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Title:
The Bennett
St. Augustine (FL), White Border PM 1925 Nov-21
Description:
Located on the Bay, three blocks from Post Office, Close to Old City Gates and Fort Marion, two of the most interesting relics of the Spanish rule in Florida. Everything Modern, New and Up-to-date. Elegant steam heated rooms with or without private baths. Electric Elevators. Private sunny piazzas overlooking Bay and Ocean.
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Title:
Villa Zorayda
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
A Castle of Old Granada, Spain, the Alhambra. A rare privilege awaits visitors as they view within, the amazing collection of priceless relics and countless treasures. Open to the public daily.
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Title:
Sterchi Lodge & Motor Court, U. S. No. 1
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
"For Quality and Comfort". Located in the heart of St. Augustine on U. S. No. 1, one block from business center. 21 rooms, private baths. Cool in summer and heated in winter. St. Augustine, Florida.
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Title:
Charlotte Street
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
One of St. Augustine's quaint streets, showing old houses of coquina and overhanging balconies. Formerly the center of business activity. Completely destroyed by the big fire of April 2, 1914.
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Title:
Oldest School House
St. Augustine (FL), Linen PM 1937 Apr-01
Description:
On quaint old St. George Street, just inside the City Gates, stands the Oldest School House. Under three flags. A Spanish map of 1788 shows this house of wood "in fair condition". A replica of this Oldest School House was used in comparison with the most modern school building at A Century of Progress Exposition. This old red cedar school house is open to visitors daily.
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Title:
Hotel Ponce De Leon
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Hotel Ponce De Leon
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
The Oldest House In America
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Bird's Eye View From Fort Marion
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
Description:
The 250 - year old fort of San Marco, now Fort Marion, on the sea front of St. Augustine (at its northeast end), is probably the most interesting feature of this three century old settlement. Viewing the city from this point, the imagination leaps from the thrilling days of the sixteenth century to an appreciation of the richest elements of modern life.
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Title:
Charlotte Street
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
The Old House On St. George Street
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Old City Gate
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
The City Gates
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
The Plaza, Old Market and Cathedral
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
The Sea Wall
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Villa Zorayda
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Alcazar And Cordova Hotels
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Cathedral
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1905 Feb-18
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Title:
Hotel Alcazar
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Hotel Ponce De Leon
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Hotel Ponce De Leon
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1905 Jan-25
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Title:
The Sea Wall
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Birds Eye View From Fort Marion
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Fort Marion
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Old Fort Marion
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Showing Fort Marion
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1907 Mar-22
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Title:
The Doorway Of Fort Marion
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Alcazar Hotel
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Charlotte St
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Constitution Monument
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1909 Jun-30
Description:
New and Old Spanish Cathedral
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Title:
Post Office
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
The Oldest House In St. Augustine
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Treasury Street
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1907 Mar-09
Description:
The Narrowest Street in the U. S. A curious feature of St. Augustine is the remaining narrow thoroughfares with which the city was originally laid out. Most of the streets averaged only twelve to fifteen feet in width, and many were narrower still. The most conspicuous among these is Treasury Street, the narrowest regular thoroughfare in the country, extending between Bay and Cordova Streets, and being only seven feet wide.
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Title:
The Cathedral
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1910 Jul-24
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Title:
Charlotte Street
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1911 Mar-23
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Title:
Shrine Of La Leche
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
The Shrine of Nuestra Senora de la Leche is the Oldest Mission in the United States. Now the National Shrine of Motherhood it stands on the site of our country's First Mass, September 8, 1565. Open to all.
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Title:
Entrance To The Fountain Of Youth, S. A. 7 San Marco Avenue
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
"The Fountain of Youth" a St. Augustine, Florida is the mecca of visitors from all parts of the world. According to tradition this bubbling fountain supposedly marks the exact spot where Ponce de Leon, the Spanish explorer, in search of this fabled "Fountain of Youth" first landed in the new world, April 2, 1513 and planted the cross, taking possession in the name of Spain.
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Title:
Eddy's Caravan Restaurant, 2500 Ponce De Leon Blvd.
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Famous for Charcoal Broiled Steaks, Shish Kabob, Prime Rib of Beef and Outstanding Fresh Florida Sea Food.
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Title:
$8 Up Days Inn, P. O. Box 156
St. Augustine (FL), Continental Chrome unused
Description:
Budget Luxury Motels
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Title:
Ponce De Leon, P. O. Box 98
St. Augustine (FL), Continental Chrome unused
Description:
Resort and Convention Center P.O Box 98 Saint Augustine, Florida 32085-0098 904-824-2821 In State Call 1-800-228-2821 Out of State Call 1-80-824-2821
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Title:
Section Of The Dolls Exhibit In The Lightner Museum Of Hobbies
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
One of the thousands of actual and varied exhibits occupying more than 22000 square feet of floor space in the municipally-owned Lightner Museum of Hobbies, the only one of its kind in the world. Gift of O. C. Lightner, Chicago, Ill. Publisher of Hobbies Magazine, to the city of St. Augustine, Florida.
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Title:
The Oldest Store
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
The Old Speissegger Drug Store
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Title:
River View Motel, Hwy. A1A
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Modern Units - Heated - Tile Baths - Private Beach - Fishing - No Railroad or Truck Traffic - Quiet, Restful Atmosphere, Located East End Bridge of Lions, North side of Highway Ala. Two blocks to business district.
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Title:
Hotel Marion On The Bay
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
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Title:
Memorial Church
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
St. George Hotel
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
Description:
November to May Electric Lights, Elevator, Steam Heat Throughout, Unexcelled Cuisine, Comforts without Extravagance.
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Title:
Court Fort Marion
St. Augustine (FL), White Border PM 1930 Jan-21
Description:
This view shows the famous arch without a Reystone entrance to the dungeons and the chapel, also watch-tower.
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Title:
Lightner Museum
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
St. Augustine City Hall Formerly the Alcazar Hotel, constructed in 1888 by Henry M. Flagler. Enter a world of yesterdays. Lightner Museum, housed in yesteryear's elegant Alcazar Hotel and bequeathed to the City by Otto C. Lightner, features "A World of Yesterdays". The Museum, located on King Street, St. Augustine, Florida, is open daily.
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Title:
Greetings From St. Augustine Beach
St. Augustine Beach (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Over 40 miles of unexcelled beach, offering swimming, sunbathing and surf casting. The Fishing Pier shown is Free, and has an excellent bait & tackle shop. Nearby are other amusements and shops, making St. Augustine Beach the ideal place for family fun.
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Title:
Nation's Oldest City
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Aerial view of historic St. Augustine showing the famous Bridge of Lions connecting St. Augustine with Anastasia Island
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Title:
Oldest City In U.S.A
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Aerial View of Downtown St. Augustine, Florida.
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Title:
Zorayda Castle
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Famous old Spanish Castle inspired by renowned Alhambra of Granada, Spain. Houses fabulous treasures and secrets, amid Moorish splendor.
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Title:
Leathercrafts - Hand Crafted Candles
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
This quaint old building is located across the street from the Oldest Wooden School House
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Title:
Greetings From St. Augustine Beach
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Over 40 miles of unexcelled beach, offering swimming, sunbathing and surf casting. The Fishing Pier shown is Free, and has an excellent bait & tackle shop. Nearby are other amusements ad shops, making St. Augustine Beach the ideal place for family fun.
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Title:
Lightner Museum, King Street
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Lightner Museum, housed in yesteryear's elegant Alcazar Hotel and bequeathed to the City by Otto C. Lightner, features "A World of Yesterdays". The Museum, located on King Street, St. Augustine, Florida, is open daily.
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Title:
Nation's Oldest City
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Aerial view of historic St. Augustine showing the famous Bridge of Lions connecting St. Augustine with Anastasia Island
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Title:
Leathercrafts Hand Crafted Candles
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
This quaint old building is located across the street from the Oldest Wooden School House
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Title:
Oldest City In U.S.A
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Aerial View of Downtown St. Augustine, Florida.
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Title:
St. Augustine By The Sea At Waikiki World Famous
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
A Stopping Place for Tourists and servicemen. The original Lattice Church, Built in 1901 and the New Sanctuary, Built in 1961. Completely Air Conditioned with a seating capacity of 1,000.
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Title:
St. Augustine's Historic Gates
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Restoration copies of St. Augustine's historic gates add charm to Florida Power & Light Company's Cutler power plant south of Miami. The plant's beautiful tropical landscaping won top honors from the American Association of Nurserymen
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Title:
Zorayda Castle
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Famous old Spanish Castle inspired by renowned Alhambra of Granada, Spain. Houses fabulous treasures and secrets, amid Moorish splendor.
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Title:
Palm Motor Inn & Restaurant, 137 San Marco Avenue
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
The old senator in the court yard of the Palms Motor Inn, and merely 600 feet away from the famed Fountain of Youth. The magnificent Live oak Tree, is one of the most remarkable trees in North America, reputed to be well over 500 years old, and was no doubt enjoyed by Ponce de Leon upon landing in St. Augustine.
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Title:
San Marca Court, 231 San Marco Avenue
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome PM 1960 Jan-03
Description:
"Just a Shade Better" An ultra modern court of 38 units, situated in a shady oak grove, near restaurants. Hot water heat. 100% air conditioned. Free T.V. in all rooms. Tile shower baths.
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Title:
The Briny Deep Restaurant
St. Augustine Beach (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Located on the ocean, opposite the Ocean Pier, on Highway A1A, South. Specializing in all Seafoods, Prime Steaks cooked to your taste. Famous for Homemade Pies.
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Title:
The Buckingham Hotel
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome PM 1958 Mar-00
Description:
Best location in the City, directly opposite the Lightner Museum of Hobbies and Ponce de Leon Hotel. Modern in all appointments, beautiful grounds, large verandas and sun parlors. Hospitality and comfort at reasonable prices.
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Title:
Hotel Monson And Court
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Air conditioned. Ample free parking. Delightful Coffee Shop and Dining Room. Overlooking waters of Matanzas Bay, in center of the City. One block to attractions, churches, shopping, etc.
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Title:
Ponce De Leon
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome PM 1976
Description:
A picturesque Spanish setting in America's oldest city provides resort activities for vacations and business group meetings. Challenging 18-hole golf course, putting green, tennis, lawn bowling, cloverleaf pool and nearby beaches. Superb sightseeing in historic St. Augustine.
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Title:
Sightseeing Carriages
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome PM 1961 Jun-17
Description:
Colorful horse drawn carriages are a traditional method of sightseeing in historic St. Augustine, Florida. These carriages await visitors on St. Augustine's beautiful Bayfront.
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Title:
Great Cross And The Prince Of Peace Church
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
These two monuments, the 208-foot stainless steel "Great Cross" (left) and the Prince of Peace Church (right) were erected on the grounds of famous Mission of Nombre de Dios in St. Augustine, Florida, in observance of the mission's 400th anniversary (1565-1965). The mission is the birthplace of Christianity in the United States.
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Title:
Old Spanish Treasury
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Built by the king of Spain between 1690-1695, this fascinating old building is full of the glamorous history of past days. Interesting features are the Strong Room, treasury chests, rare furniture, paintings, pieces of eight and many other authentic relics. The Old Treasury Building is the property of the City. The Board of Managers of the Woman's Exchange are custodians.
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Title:
Plaza De La Constitution
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Plaza de la Constitution, St. Augustine, has the layout of a typical 16th century Spanish colonial town.
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Title:
San Agustin Antiguo
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Hispanic Garden creates a typical Spanish "Plazoleta" in front of the Pan American Center, on the historic old Spanish Calle Real, modern St. George St.
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Title:
The New St. John's County Court House
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Built in 1888 as a luxury hotel . . . . Was purchased by St. Johns Country and rebuilt in 1967 at a cost of more than a million dollars
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Title:
Flagler College
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
A four-year, coeducational, liberal arts college with an enrollment under 500 students. Students from 28 states and 3 foreign countries, excellent faculty student ration, small classes and individualized instruction. Built originally by Henry M. Flagler in 1888 as the Ponce de Leon Hotel.
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Title:
Howard's Seabreeze Cottages
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Modern appointments, air conditioned, restaurant adjoining, quiet, convenient to beaches and downtown. Electric Kitchenetts. U. S. A. 1. A.- 208 Anastasia Boulevard (Davis Shores).
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Title:
Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
"Halt All Evil", One of the two Chinese immortals that stand at the entrance to the grounds of the Ripley's believe it or not museum, St. Augustine, Florida. They stand guard just as they stood at the gates of one of the Buddhist temples in China before they were obtained by Mr. Ripley.
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Title:
The Skyline Of St. Augustine
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome PM 1954 Mar-08
Description:
The Skyline of St. Augustine, Florida, oldest city in U.S.A. as seen from the ridge of Lions.
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Title:
Trinity Episcopal Church
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
On October 28, 1821 the Rev. Andrew Fowler came here from South Carolina to found an Episcopal Parish. The corner-stone of the Church was laid June 23, 1825. The building was opened for worship June 5, 1831, enlarged in 1890 and again in 1902.
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Title:
Wells Print Shop
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
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Title:
Zorayda Castle
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Famous old Spanish Castle inspired by renowned Alhambra of Granada, Spain. Houses fabulous treasures and secrets, amid Moorish splendor.
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Title:
Fountain Court, 110 San Marco Ave
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Centrally located in historic St. Augustine, Florida 27 rooms with individually controlled air conditioning or heat, TV, phones, tub-shower combination, and carpeting. Swimming Pool. Corner House Restaurant next door. Away from truck, train and airport noises.
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Title:
Flagler Memorial Church
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Henry M. Flagler, great "empire builder" of Florida erected this inspiring example of Venetian Renaissance architecture in 1889, as a memorial to his daughter. Flagler and members of his family lie in the mausoleum of Italian marble. The church has one of the finest pipe organs in the country. Open every day, visitors welcome.
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Title:
The Arch At Castillo De San Marcos National Monument
St. Augustine (FL), Linen PM 1955 Aug-16
Description:
The massive arch, built without a keystone, is one of the finest constructions of its kind; of Moorish design. The stairway on the right was formerly used as a ramp to transport canon from the ground to the terreplein above. Construction was started in 1672-completed in 1756. Built entirely of coquina, this fortification is one of the finest preserved in the world today.
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Title:
The Lightner Museum Of Hobbies
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
The lightner museum of hobbies, the only one of its kind in the world. Gift of O.C. lightner, publisher of hobbies magazine, Chicago, Illinois, to the city of sty. Augustine.
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Title:
Button Map Of U. S. A
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Button map of U. S. A. Exhibit in the lighter museum of hobbies St. Augustine, Florida. One of the thousands of actual and varied exhibits occupying more than 22,000 square feet of floor space in the municipally owned lighter museum of hobbies, the only one of its kind in the world. Gift of O.C. Lightner, Chicago, Ill., publisher of Hobbies Magazine, to the City of St. Augustine, Florida.
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Title:
Court Of Lions Villa Zorayda
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
One of the thousands of actual and varied exhibits occupying more than 22,000 square feet of floor space in the municipally owned lighter museum of hobbies, the only one of its kind in the world. Gift of O.C. lighter
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Title:
Spanish Cabinet
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Spanish Cabinet, Year 1497 in the Lightner Museum of Hobbies St. Augustine, Florida. One of the thousands of actual and varied exhibits occupying more than 22,000 square feet of floor space in the municipally-owned lighter museum of hobbies, the only one of its kind in the world. Gift of O.C. Lightner, Chicago.
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Title:
The Oldest City In The United States
St. Augustine (FL), Linen PM 1953 Nov-13
Description:
The massive arch, built without a keystone, is one of the finest constructions of its kind; of Moorish design. The stairway on the right was formerly used as a ramp to transport canon from the ground to the terreplein above. Construction was started in 1672 - completed in 1756. Built entirely of coquina, this fortification is one of the finest preserved in the world today.
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Title:
East Gate Ponce De Leon Hotel
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
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Title:
Trinity Episcopal Church
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Trinity Episcopal Church, an unostentatious bit of English Gothic ecclesiastical architecture stands at the corner of St. George and King Streets. The cornerstone was laid in June 1825 with portions of the original structure still standing. It is the oldest Episcopal Church erected in Florida.
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Title:
Ancient City Baptist Church
St. Augustine (FL), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Bird's Eye View Of Memorial And Baptist Churches
St. Augustine (FL), Divided Back unused
Description:
Bird's eye View of Memorial and Baptist Churches, from Ponce de Leon Hotel.
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Title:
The Roman Catholic Cathedral
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
General view of sanctuary in restored Cathedral of St. Augustine
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Title:
The Mission Of Nombre De Dios
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome PM 1967 Feb-28
Description:
The Mission of Nombre de Dios (Name of God) and the Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche in St. Augustine, Florida, are on America's Most Sacred Acre. Here, at the cradle of our American beginnings, September 8, 1565. Don Pedro Menendez planted the Cross, Father Francisco Lopez de mendoza Grajales offered the first parish Mass, and our American life began. This al took place 55 years before the pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock.
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Title:
Zorayda Castle
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
Famous old Spanish Castle inspired by renowned Alhambra of Granada, Spain, Houses fabulous treasures and secrets, amid Moorish splendor.
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Title:
The Mission Of Nombre De Dios
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome unused
Description:
The Mission of Nombre De Dios and The Shrine of our Lady of La Leche. The Shrine of our Lady of La Leche. The Oldest Mission and Shrine in the United States, are on the site of the founding of St. Augustine, September 8, 1565, by Don Pedro Menendez and the offering of the first parish Mass by Father Lopez de mendoza Gajales.
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Title:
Memorial Church
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
Memorial (Presbyterian) Church was erected by Mr. Henry M. Flagler in memory of his daughter. Mr Flagler's remains now lie at rest in the mausoleum at the west side of the church
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Title:
The Roman Catholic Cathedral
St. Augustine (FL), Chrome PM Nov-30
Description:
Catholic Cathedral of St. Augustine. Build in Moorish Spanish type of architecture 1797. Damaged by fire 1887. Restored and rededicated March 9, 1966. The original bells hang in the façade - one dating back to 1682.
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Title:
Holding The Fort
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
Description:
A popular amusement with both the tourists and natives
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Title:
On Top Of Old Fort Marion
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
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Title:
Entrance To St. Augustine
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
Description:
Once the only entrance to the old city. Showing over hanging balconies on St. George Street
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Title:
Fort Marion The Old Watch Tower
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
Description:
Main Watch Tower, commanding a view of all approaches by land or sea.
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Title:
Hotel Ponce De Leon
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
Description:
Hotel Ponce De Leon the Moorish tower form West Grounds
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Title:
King Street
St. Augustine (FL), White Border unused
Description:
Looking east Past the Ponce De Leon
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Title:
Hotel Ponce De Leon
St. Augustine (FL), Real Photo unused
Description:
Alacazar Grounds background
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Title:
Slave Market
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Main Entrance Hotel Ponce De Leon
St. Augustine (FL), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
The Old Slave Market
St. Augustine (FL), Real Photo unused
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Title:
First Mass Celebrated In St. Augustine
St. Augustine (FL), Divided Back unused
Description:
This picture is an exact reproduction of the famous painting which hung on the walls of the Old Cathedral, on the Plaza, and which was destroyed in the fire of 1887.
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Title:
King Street And Plaza
St. Augustine (FL), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Bridge Of The Lions Across
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
THE BEAUTIFUL NEW BRIDGE OF LIONS WAS COMPLETED BY THE PEOPLE OF ST. AUGUSTINE AT A COST OF A MILLION DOLLARS ON APRIL 27th 1927. IT IS THE CONNECTING LINK BETWEEN THIS AGE-GOLD CITY OF ANASTASIA ISLAND AND ST.AUGUSTINE BEACH THE FINEST IN THE WORLD
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Title:
Castillo De San Marcos
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
THIS ANCIENT FORTRESS, ON THE MATANZAS RIVER WAS ORIGINALLY BUILT IN 1565. IT WAS DESTROYED IN 1586 BY SIR FRANCIS DRAKE. THE PRESENT FORT WAS FINISHED IN 1756.
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Title:
Charlotte Street
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
ONE OF ST.AUGUSTINE'S QUAINT STREETS, SHOWING OLD HOUSES OF COQUINA AND OVERHANGING BALCONIES. FORMERLY THE CENTER OF BUSINESS ACTIVITY COMPLETELY DESTROYED BY THE BIG FIRE OF APRIL 2.1914.
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Title:
Eleven Of The Principal Views
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
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Title:
Skyline Overlooking Bridge Of Lions And Matanzas Bay
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
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Title:
The Old Spanish Treasury
St. Augustine (FL), Linen PM 1950
Description:
OLD MANSION BUILT IN 1690, USED BY SPANIARDS TREASURY NOW OCCUPIED BY WOMAN'S EXCHANGE ON EXHIBITION; IN OLD HOUSE TERASURY ROOM , FUMITURE, SILVER AND GLASS.
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Title:
Watch Tower, Fort Marion
St. Augustine (FL), Linen unused
Description:
COMMANDING A VIEW OF APPROACH BY BOTH LAND AND SEA
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