Official Souvenir, World's Fair St. Louis 1904, Grand Lagoon at Night
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Night scene at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair, featuring the illuminated buildings and the Grand Lagoon with people in gondolas and other small boats. A crescent moon is visible in the sky. Handwritten text on the front includes 'Grand Lagoon' and a message dated 'July 5 '04 4 P.M.' starting 'This is magnificent. Had a lovely ride tonight - The palace was ablaze with electric lights...'. The postcard is postmarked St. Louis, MO, July 6, 1904, from the Expo Station. |