Title:
Old and New Louisiana State Capitol Buildings
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome PM 1954 Dec-14
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Title:
Louisiana National Bank
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), White Border unused
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Title:
Governor's Mansion
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back unused
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Title:
National Cemetary
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Greetings from Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen PM 1945 Jan-19
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Title:
Tiger Stadium - L.S.U.
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
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Title:
Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Baton Rouge Refinery Exxon Company, U.S.A.
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
An aerial view of a part of the largest oil refinery in the United States and the most complete in the world.
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Title:
State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Aerial View
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Louisiana State University Campus
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Title:
Colonial Motor Lodge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
South's finest. US Highway 61 and 65 - 4747 Government Street.
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Title:
Lady of the Lake Hospital
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen
Description:
A. S. Bonfanti As seen from top of State Capitol Building
E. C. Kropp Co.
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Title:
Louisiana State University - Field House
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen PM 1940
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Title:
Hollywood Motel and Restaurant
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Modern - Featuring wall-to-wall carpet, Radios, T.V.'s, Telephones, 24-hour Room Service. Completely air-conditioned, centrally heated, carports. 6556 Airline Hwy, on By-Pass U.S. 61-65-71 and 190.
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Title:
Motel Metz and Restaurant
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome
Description:
Located in the deep South - Land of Moss-Draped Oaks, Magnolias, and Leisurely Living - We offer our guests the best of facilities - Swimming Pool, Restaurant, Radio and Telephone in each of our 42 units, TV available for your convenience, Air-Foam Mattresses, and other luxury features. Restaurant Specialty - Hickory Smoked Barbeque.
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Title:
LSU Union
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
The impressive 3-level LSU Union building encloses more than 200,000 square feet of floor space. The Union offers varied services for the amenities of campus living and presents a social- cultural recreational program for the University community.
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Title:
Bellemont Motor Hotel
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
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Title:
Flamingo Hotel Courts
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome PM 1959 Oct-6
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Title:
Palms Motel
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome PM 1960 Jul-4
Description:
101 Modern Air Conditioned Rooms - Recreation Room - Conference Room - Ideal for Business Men - Foam Rubber Mattresses - Carpeted Floors - Tile Baths, Tub & Showers - TV - Room Phones - 24 Hour Switchboard Service - Free Ice - Room Service - Restaurant - Lounge - Spacious Lobby - Swimming Pool - Everything for Your Comfort. 7682 Airline Highway On Bypass Highways 190, 61, 65.
Dexter Press, Inc.
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Title:
Howard Johnson's Motor Lodge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome
Description:
Dexter Press, Inc.
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Title:
The Faye Motel
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen
Description:
E. C. Kropp Co.
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Title:
The Faye Motel...U.S. Hwy 190
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Strictly Modern - Air cooled - Telephone and Radio in each unit - Located at 4850 Florida Street (U.S. Hwy. 190) Baton Rouge, La.
E. C. Kropp Co.
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Title:
Gymnasium Building, Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Curt Teich & Co.
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Title:
Lady of the Lake Hospital
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
As Seen from Top of State Capitol Building
E. C. Kropp Co.
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Title:
Hollywood Motel & Restaurant
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome PM Nov-13
Description:
Mack Sorn Hollywood Motel & Restaurnat 6556 Airline Hwy., Baton Rouge, LA on By-Pass U.S. 61-65-71 & 190 Modern-featuring wall to wall carpet, radios, t.v.'s, telephones, 24 hour room service. Completely air conditioned, centrally heated, carports. Write for reservations. Samuel M. Cashio, Owner Phone 5-7721
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Title:
Governor's Reception Room, Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Romance, history, drama fill this room. The picture on the walls tell the story of "Industrial Louisiana", old plantation homes, slaves, cotton fields, steamboats on the river etc. Representing a story in painting showing when "King Cotton" ruled with an iron hand.
Curt Teich & Co.
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Title:
Flamingo Hotel Court
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
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Title:
Bellemont Motor Hotel
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Title:
Greetings from Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
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Title:
L. S. U. Union
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
B. F. Holmes The L. S. U. Union building contains more than 200,000 square feet of floor space. The 3-level structure is aptly called the living room of the campus, providing varied social and cultural programs for the University community.
Dexter Press, Inc.
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Title:
L.S.U. Campus Scene
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
B.F. Holmes A familiar sight to L.S.U. students and visitors is the 175 foot Campanille which dominates the campus.
Dexter Press
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Title:
Aerial View of City
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen PM 1957 Apr-22
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Title:
State Capitol of Louisiana
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Holiday Inn
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Airline Highway & Greenwell Street
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Title:
Colonial Motor Lodge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
South's finest. US Highway 61 and 65 - 4747 Government Street
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Title:
U.S. Post Office and Court House
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
A tall red cypress stripped of its bark once stood on the present site of Louisiana's Old State Capitol. It marked the boundary between the hunting grounds of the Houma and the Bayou Goula Indians. The early French explorers gave the tree a name, le bayou rouge (red stick) and that is the name the city bears today
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Title:
Baton Rouge General Hospital
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
A general, short term hospital owned and operated by Louisiana Baptist Convention
MWM Co
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Title:
Post Office and Custom House, Baton Rouge, La
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), White Border unused
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Title:
State Capitol, on the Illinois Central System
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), White Border unused
Description:
The Illinois Central System serves the historic cities along the Mississippi River
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Title:
The Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back
Description:
Louisiana has its state capitol in the picturesque city of Baton Rouge, which is popularly called the "Creole State," has an area of 48,720 square miles, and was admitted to the Union in 1812. The magnolia is the state flower. The name Louisiana was bestowed by the explorer LaSalle in 1682, in honor of Louis XIV, of France
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Title:
Aerial View of Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
BH - 32 Photo by B.F. Holmes
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Title:
The Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back unused
Description:
Has its state capitol in the picturesque city of Baton Rouge, which is popularly called the "Creole State", has an area of 48,720 square miles, and was admitted to the Union in 1812. The magnolia is the state flower. The name Louisiana was bestowed by the explorer La Salle in 1682, in honor of Louis XIV, of France
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Title:
Boulevard Looking East From 3rd Street
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back PM 1913 Dec-23
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Title:
State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Rising 450 feet (34 stories) into the air is America's most beautiful capital. Completed March 1, 1932 at a cost of $5,000,000 it is surrounded by 27 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. From the free observatory on the the 27th floor one can see for miles around
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Title:
Hollywood Motel and Restaurant
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome PM 1958 Jul-14
Description:
6556 Airline Highway
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Title:
The Louisiana State Capitol and Seal
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back unused
Description:
Louisiana has its Stat Capitol in the picturesque city of Baton Rouge. Louisiana, which is popularly called the "Creole State," has an area of 48,720 square miles, and was admitted to the Union in 1812. The magnolia is the State flower. The name Louisiana was bestowed by the explorer La Salle in 1682 in honor of Louis XIV of France
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Title:
Views of Baton Rouge La Multi View
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Beautiful New Department of Highways' Building
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome
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Title:
Alumni Hall, Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen PM 1941 Apr-24
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Title:
Columns, Senate Chamber, Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Scene showing the massive columns in the Senate Chamber. These violet shaded with yellow marble columns are from France
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Title:
Louisiana State Capitol - Senate Chamber
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Title:
Circuit Court of Appeal, Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Marble used in constructing is from Vermont, U.S.A. Ceiling is made of Celotex, a Louisiana product. Furniture - American Walnut, African Thuya Wood and Australian Laurel. Mural represents "Deut. IV-14"
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Title:
State Supreme Court, Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
The mural shown represents Psalm 94-15 which reads "But judgement shall return unto righteousness and all the upright in heart shall follow it". Marble used in this chamber imported from southern Spain
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Title:
Roy's Motor Hotel
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
"Fit for a King." 30 New and Modern Air-Conditioned. Private Courts with Bath - Beauty Rest Mattress, Mengle Furniture, Kitchenettes, Radio, Television - Phones in every room. Dial 7-3196. 2805 Scenic Hwy. U.S. Route 61 & 65. North Side of Baton Rouge
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Title:
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Gymnasium Building, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, La
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Title:
Lady of the Lake Hospital, as Seen from the Top of State Capitol Building
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Title:
Holiday Inn
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome PM 1961 Aug-27
Description:
Airline Highway & Greenwell Street; Route 61 & 190 by-pass; 5955 Airline Highway - PO Box 2621; teletype: BR, 55-X; telephone: ELgin 6-2531; swimming pool; air conditioned; restaurant
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Title:
State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back unused
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Title:
The State Capitol at Night
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Thirty-four stories high. Tallest building in the South being 450 fett high. There are 249,000 square feet of usable floor space. Cost of Capitol $5,000,000. Over 30 varieties of marble and stone were used in its construction, which were imported from Italy, France, Spain, Greece and Belgium
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Title:
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Episcopal Student Center and Catholic Student Center
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Title:
Lady of the Lake Hospital
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
As seen from top of State Capitol Building
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Title:
Capitol House
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
A wonderful haven for vacationers, in downtown Baton Rouge, Jack Tar Capitol House, overlooking the beautiful Mississippi River, provides a warm welcome to a friendly oasis of luxury for business people on the go. Free Parking - Drive-in Registration - TV Phones - Rooftop Swimming Pool Private Baths - Completely Air Conditioned
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Title:
Capitol of Louisiana
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back PM 1910 Feb-6
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Title:
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
2250 Main St
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Title:
Capitol House
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome
Description:
A wonderful haven for vacationers in downtown Baton Rouge, Jack Tar Capitol House, overlooking the beautiful Mississippi River, provides a warm welcome to a friendly oasis of luxury for business people on the go. Free parking, drive-in registration, TV, phones, rooftop swimming pool, private baths, completely air conditioned
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Title:
State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Title:
Governor's Mansion
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Located on the first highlands above the Gulf of Mexico, the Mississippi swirling past its doors, Baton Rouge is one of the most beautiful and historical cities south of Mason and Dixon's line. The Governor's Mansion, a fine old structure is one of the city's outstanding attractions
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Title:
Music and Fine Arts Building, Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen PM 1947 Dec-3
Description:
Francis Pullen
Curt Teich & Co
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Title:
Tiger Stadium, L.S.U
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Ranked 18th in the nation in seating capacity, it seats 67,473. Dormitory rooms built into the stadium can accommodate 4,904 students. The original horseshoe stadium cost $1,816,210.58. The addition to close in the South end cost $1,528, 342.00
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Title:
The Shades Motel
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome PM 1957 Sep-13
Description:
By pass US 61-65-70-190. 1/2 mile north of Traffic circle. 8282 Airline Highway. Television, wall to wall carpet, private telehpones, tile baths, excellent restaurant nearby. Mr. & Mrs. J.C. Temple, owner-managers
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Title:
Oak Manor Motor Hotel
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome PM 1969
Description:
8181 Airline Highway On U. S. 190, 61, 65 & 71 By-Pass - Baton Rouge, La. Louisiana's Most Beautiful Restaurant - Lounge - Swimming Pool - Private Dining Rooms and Meeting Rooms. 200 Modern Rooms and Suites - Completely Air-Conditioned - Centrally Heated Hotel Room Service. Phone: WAlnut 1-8102
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Title:
Assembly Center at the University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Has a seating capacity of 14,327 persons. Everything about the Center is distinctive. All seats are upholstered in the famous purple and gold. The scoreboard is as efficient as any in the world. Facilities are of the finest in the nation
Curt Teich & Co
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Title:
The State Capitol at Night
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Thirty-four stories high. Tallest building in the South, being 450 feet high. There are 249,000 square feet of usable floor space. Cost of Capitol $5,000,000. Over 30 varieties of marble and stone were used in its construction which were imported from Italy, France, Spain, Greece and Belgium
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Title:
Holiday Inn South Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Jct. Rt. 61 and and I-12 9940 Airline Hwy., P.O. Box 3178 Ph: 924-7021 - AC: 504
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Title:
Alamo Plaza Hotel Courts
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen PM 1942 Feb-21
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Title:
Our Lady of the Lake Sanitarium, Baton Rouge LA
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), White Border unused
Description:
This Space For Writing Messages
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Title:
West Wing and South Wing of Hollywood Motel
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Hollywood Motel and Restaurant 6556 Airline Hwy. - Baton Rouge, LA. On By-Pass U.S. 61-65-71 and 190 Modern - Featuring wall-to-wall carpet, Radios, T.V.'s, Telephones, 24-hour Room Service. Completely air-conditioned, centrally heated, carports. Write for reservations. Samuel M. Cashio, Owner - Ph. 5-7721
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Title:
Lady of the Lake Hospital
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Lady of the Lake Hospital, Baton Rouge, LA. As seen from the top of state capitol building
E.C. Kropp, Co
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Title:
The State Capitol at Night
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Thirty-four stories high. Tallest building in the South, being 450 feet high. There are 249,000 square feet of usable floor space. Cost of Capitol $5,000,000. Over 30 varieties of marble and stone were used in its construction, which were imported from Italy, France, Spain, Greece and Belgium
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Title:
Memorial Hall, Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Memorial Hall is Louisiana's Hall of Fame. Its ceiling, floor, walls, and murals form a setting of beauty, dignity, and inspiration for the State's glorious ancestry. The marble used in constructing this hall comes from Italy
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Title:
From Top of Louisiana Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
BH-40 Night View of Downtown Baton Rouge From Top of Louisiana Capitol Photo by B. F. Holmes
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Title:
Baton Rouge Dome
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Representing a new era in industrial architecture is this giant dome-structure at Baton Rouge, La., which serves as a regional tank car repair plant for the Union Tank Car company. Big enough to enclose a football field or a baseball park, the all-steel Dome has a diameter of 384 feet and rises to a height of 120 feet - as high as a 10-story building. Along with a similar dome that Union Tank Car has built at Wood River., Ill., the Baton Rouge plant is the largest circular building in the world without internal supports
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Title:
Oak Manor Motor Hotel
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Restaurant… Lounge… Swimming Pool... Pitch and Putt Golf Course - PUtting Green... Play Day or Night. 8181 Airline Highway... On U.S. 190, 61, 65 & 71. Beautiful... 200 Modern Rooms & Suites... Completely Air-conditioned. Centrally Heated... Hotel Room Service
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Title:
Mount Hope Plantation
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Built in 1817, this magnificent early Louisiana plantation home has been Indians,Spanish rule. Confederate troops encamped on its ground, and the invation of Northern soldiers during the wars between the States.Open to the public daily, outstanding beauty and authenticity are the hallmarks most noted by this many visitors
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Title:
Lion's Club, P. O. Box 3591
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Series P1877
Let Mr. Lion put enthusiasm in your Lion's Club at State and National Conventions District Governors Meeting Gain recognition in your city as you visit hospitals, schools, etc. Even during your fund raising projects, Mr. Lion will be a main attraction. Unlimited possibilities for Mr. Lion.
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Title:
Skyline Of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Series 34392-D
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Title:
South View From The Louisiana Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Series 17172 showing the beautifully landscaped front gardens and downtown Baton Rouge on the bank of the Mississippi River
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Title:
State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Palm Motel, 7682 Airline highway
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
101 Modern Air Conditioned Rooms - Ideal for Business Men - Foam Rubber Mattresses - Carpeted Floors - Tile Baths, Tubs & Shower - TV - Room Phones - 24 Hour Switchboard Service - Room Service - Free Ice - Restaurant - Spacious Lobby - Swimming Pool - Everything for Your Comfort
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Title:
Senate Chamber Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen PM 1949 Dec-31
Description:
Senate Chamber. With pilasters of French Violet Brocatelle and German Violet Famosa, Ceiling of Celotex. Marble imported from France.
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Title:
Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen PM 1956 Sep-28
Description:
The New Louisiana State Capitol is the tallest building in the South, 34 floors, height to top of beacon light 450 feet, construction begun January 1,1931, located on the site of the old State University Campus on University Lake.
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Title:
Columns Senate Chamber
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Scene showing the massive columns in the Senate Chamber. These violet shaded with yellow marble columns are from France
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Title:
House Of Representatives
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
The house of Representatives is located on the east wing of the main floor. The marble used in constructing this magnificent room was imported from France
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Title:
View Of Downtown Baton Rouge From The Top Of The State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
The capitol Garden in foreground, Baton Range, Louisiana
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Title:
South view from Louisiana Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
South view from Louisiana Capitol showing the beautifully landscaped front gardens and down-town Baton Rouge on the bank of the Mississippi River
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Title:
Jack Par Capitol House
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
A wonderful haven for vacationers in downtown Baton Rouge, Jack Tar Capitol House, overlooking the beautiful Mississippi River, provides a warm welcome to a friendly oasis of luxury for business people on the go. Free Parking - Drive-in Registration - TV Private Baths - Completely Air Conditioned.
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Title:
Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
The Louisiana Capitol,conceived and built by the late u.s.senator Hury P.Long,is the tallest building in the South ,34 floors,hight to top of beacon light 450 feet,located on the site of the old State university Campus on Univercity Lake
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Title:
Early Spring In Louisiana
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome PM 1993
Description:
Scenes such as this are to be seen throughout Lovely Louisiana in the Eagle Spring. This picture was made in the Capitol Gardens at Baton Rouge
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Title:
Lake And Park
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen PM 1944
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Title:
Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Completed in 1932, the story structure rises 450 feet into the air. Called America's most beautiful capitol, it is surrounded by 27 acres if formal gardens,
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Title:
First presbyterian church
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Title:
Methodist church
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Title:
Air View Of Capitol Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
The Louisiana State Capitol, conceived and built by the late U. S. Senator Huey P. Long, is the tallest building in the south. 34 floors, height of top of beacon light 450 feet, located on the site of the old State University Campus on University Lake.
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Title:
Lady Of He Lake Hospital
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
As seen from top of state capitol building
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Title:
Air View Of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Baton Rouge, Capital City of Louisiana on the east bank of the mighty Mississippi. In the foreground is the gothic architecture of the old state capitol, constructed in 1847: designed by the French architect, Daquien. In contrast with the old state capitol, is the new capitol building looming up in the background, completed in 1933 at a cost of $5,000,000. Farther to the north is the gigantic industrial area of Baton Rouge, representing an investment of over $350,000,000
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Title:
Greetings From Louisiana
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Title:
The State Capitol At Night
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Thirty-four stories high. Tallest building in the South, being 450 feet high. There are 249,000 square feet of usable floor space Cost of Capitol $5,000,000. Over 30 varieties of marble and stone were used in its construction, Which were imported form Italy, France, Spain, Greece and Belgium.
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Title:
Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
This view of the Capitol shows the Lady of the Lake, lake situated at the back. Important facts are: Cost of Capitol $%,000,000. It is 34 stories high or 450 feet. Today it is considered the finest capitol building in the United States.
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Title:
Old Louisiana Stat Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Louisiana's beautiful old State Capitol was erected in 1847, an impressive structure of gothic architecture, closely allied with the interesting history of the state. It was burned during the Civil War, but was rebuilt in 1880 to become one of the many points of historical interest visited by large numbers of tourists annually.
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Title:
Governor's Mansion
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Located on the first highlands above the Gulf of Mexico, the Mississippi swirling past its doors. Baton Rouge is one of the most beautiful and historical cities south of Mason and Dixon's line. The Governor's mansion, a fine old structure, is one of the city's outstanding attractions.
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Title:
Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
The Louisiana State Capitol, conceived and built by the late U. S. Senator Huey P. Long, is the tallest building in the south, 34 floors, height to top of beacon light 450 feet, located on the site of the old State University Campus on University Lake. New Orleans - America's Most Interesting City.
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Title:
The State Capitol At Night
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Thirty-four stories high. Tallest building in the South, being 450 feet high. There are 249,000 square feet of usable floor space. Coast of Capitol $5,000,000. Over 30 varieties of marble and stone were used in its construction, which were imported from Italy, France, Spain, Greece and Belgium.
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Title:
U. S. Post Office And Court House
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
A tall red cypress stripped of its bark once stood on the present site of Louisiana's Old State Capitol. It marked the boundary between the hunting grounds of the Houma and the Bayou gouda Indians. The early French explorers gave the tree a name, le baton rouge (red stick) - and that is the name the city bears today.
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Title:
Swimming Pool, Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen PM 1942
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Title:
The State Capitol At Night
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Thirty-four stories high. Tallest building in the South, being 450 feet high. There are 249,000 square feet of usable floor space. Cost of Capitol $5,000,000. Over 30 varieties of marble and stone were used in its construction, which were imported from Italy, France, Spain, Greece and Belgium
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Title:
Girls' Dormitory, Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Title:
Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
The Louisiana State Capitol is the tallest building in the south, 34 floors, height to top of beacon light 450 feet, construction begun January 1, 1931, located on the side of the old State University Campus on University Lake
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Title:
Greetings From Southern University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Title:
Camellias
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Jack Taylor The semi-tropical climate of Baton Rouge produces flowers of some variety the year 'round and punctuates a city of beautiful homes with color. Located on the first bluff bordering the mighty Mississippi, the forces of North, South and Central America blend to make Baton Rouge "Lousiana's Fastest Growing City."
Dexter Press, Inc.
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Title:
Bob and Jake Steak House
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Located at 2647 Government Street. Specializing in all U. S. prime steaks, oysters on the half-shell, sea foods, and your favorite beverage from our beautiful lounge.
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Title:
Campanile, Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Title:
City Market
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Prince Murat Inn
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
PRINCE MURAT INN 1480 Nicholson Drive (1 block from I-10 on La. Hwy.) Baton Rouge, Louisiana Telephone (504) 387-1111 This is the Prince Murat Inn, Baton Rouge's most luxurious motel. Its exquisite accommodations include 310 attractive guest rooms (Color TV in each room); complete banquet and convention halls; the elegant Le Richelieu Dining Room; the distinctive Cavalier Lounge; and an outdoor swimming pool
McGrew Color Graphics
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View of Municipal Docks and Boats
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), White Border unused
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View of North Boulevard
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), White Border PM 1920 Jun-11
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Istrouma Baptist Church
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
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3000 Tecumseh Street
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House of Representatives, Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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The House of Representatives is located on the east wing of the main floor. The marble used in constructing this magnificent room was imported from France
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The Sleep Shop
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
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Title:
Louisiana State University - Campanile
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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The Village Restaurant
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome
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U.S. Highway 190 By-Pass. Phone WA 1-2551. A Restaurant of Distinction for the Connoisseur of Fine Foods - Famous for Italian Foods - All Italian Foods prepared by Italians. Mr. and Mrs. Vince Distefano, Owners
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Oak Manor Motor Hotel Restaurant & Lounge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome PM 1957 Feb-1
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8181 Airline Hwy., Baton Rouge, La., on By-Pass U.S. 61-65-71 & 190 Louisiana's most beautiful 100 modern rooms and suites completely air conditioned - centrally heated - hotel room service. PHone WAlnut 1-1447
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Wyandotte's Geismar Works
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome PM 1963 Mar-14
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Caustic Soda and Chlorine - Southern style. The mild climate invites an open plant design. Shown are the chlorine purification unit (see towers) and pipelines (foreground) that carry products to ships and barges in the Mississippi for economical shipment
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Bellemont Motor Hotel
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
7370 Airline Hwy. US 61-65-71-190. Ph. 357-8612. 400 rooms, 2 patio pools, 40 spacious suites, including the famous "Pan American" suite with its own private pool, 24-hour restaurant, Gift Shop, Convention facilities catering to groups of 20 to 1500. "Specializing in Luxury at No Extra Cost"
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The bronze plaque, Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen
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This bronze placque is located in the center of the floor in the main lobby of Memorial Hall. It measures 10 feet, 2 inches in diameter and weighs 3,290 pounds. Made of solid bronze. Molded into this plaque are the names of the 64 Parish and each parish also shows its leading products
Curteichcolor
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L.S.U. Campus Scene
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
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B. F. Holmes A familiar sight to LSU students and visitors is the 175-foot Campanille which dominates the campus
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Fraternity Row, Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Series 3B-H701
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The Oak Manor Motor Hotel
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Restaurant... Lounge... Swimming Pool... Pitch and Putt Golf Course - Putting Green... Play Day or Night. Louisiana's Most Beautiful... 200 Modern Rooms & Suites... Completely Air-conditioned. Centrally Heated... Hotel Room Service
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Travel Lodge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Located in downtown Baton Rouge overlooking the Mississippi river, three blocks from the State Capitol and 1 1/2 miles from LSU, the Baton Rouge TravelLodge features 141 centrally air conditioned units; heated pool; televisions; automatic telephones; elevators; Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge. Suites available
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Hollywood Motel and Restarant
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome PM 1958 Jul-30
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Modern - Featuring wall-to-wall carpet, Radios, T.V.s Telephones, - 24-hour Room Service. Completely air-conditioned, centrally heated, carports. Write for reservations. Samuel M. Cashio - Owner
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Senate Chamber, Louisiana State Capital
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Senate Chamber, with pilasters of French Violet Brocatelle and German Violet Famosa, Ceiling of Celotex. Marble imported from France
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Door to Senate Chamber, Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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The Mural shown hereon represents "Agriculture" by Jules Guerin in which he portrays the "Abundance of the Earth" which has made the State of Louisiana a "land of plenty". The bronze door panels represent scenes from the history of the state
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Louisiana State Capitol at Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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The Louisiana State Capitol is the tallest builing in the south, 34 floors, height to top of beacon light 450 feet, construction began January 1, 1931, located on the site of the old State University Campus on University Lake
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Title:
Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
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Rising 450 feet (34 stories) into the air is America's most beautiful capitol. Completed March 1, 1932 at a cost of $5,000,000 it is surrounded by 27 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. From the free observatory on the 27th floor one can see for miles around
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State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Series 19655
The Louisiana State Capital is the tallest building in the South, 34 floors, height to top of beacon light 450 feet. The Huey P. Long Bridge is 4.4 miles long including approaches, the finest span across Mississippi, central pier, 409 feet high equal to a 36 story office building; 135 feet vertical clearance for steamers; 790 feet horizontal clearance; cost $13,000,000
E. C. Kropp Co
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Bellemont Motor Hotel Swimming Pool & Patio
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
Description:
Series 42777
This large 75' filtered pool is a vacation spot enjoyed by many travelers coming to Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Flanked on each side by large coccus palms, the pool and its patio present a tropical atmosphere of unusual delight. Beverages and food are available from the famous belle Mont Restaurant. Pool is free to guests of the Bellemont Motor Hotel, Louisiana's Largest and Finest
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Arial View Of Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Chrome unused
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Series 57502-D
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Title:
State Capitol Gold Embossed
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back unused
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Title:
State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), White Border unused
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Sacred heart catholic church
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen PM 1946
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Louisiana State Capitol
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen PM 1938
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This view of the Capitol shows the Lady of the Lake, lake situated at the back. Important facts are: Cost of Capitol $5,000,000. It is 34 stories high or 450 feet. Today it is considered the finest capitol building in the United States.
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Title:
Greetings From Louisiana
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Baton Range
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The Campus, Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Divided Back PM 1912
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Baton Rouge Bridge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Over the Mississippi River, Baton Rouge. The Baton Rogue Bridge over the Mississippi was completed in 1940. It required three years in building and cost the State of Louisiana ten million dollars. As with all Louisiana state bridges three years in building and cost the State of Louisiana state bridges there is no toll, and it accommodates both motor, and railway traffic.
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Baton Rouge Bridge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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A view of the new bridge across the Mississippi with Baton rouge, Louisiana, the thirty-four story Capitol, and the Standard Oil Company of Louisiana in the background. Although two hundred miles inland, Baton Rouge is the 19th ranking port for ocean shipping in the United States.
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Title:
Greetings From Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Key To Views On Other Side :- B - The Capitol on University Lake A - River steamboat T - High School O - Stadium, La. State University N - Scene at the Municipal Docks R - Campanile, La. State University O - East Baton rouge Parish Court House U - Oaks Covered with Spanish Moss G - Governor's Mansion E - Watermelon Time.
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Title:
Greetings From Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Key To Views On Other Side : - B - The Capitol on University Lake A - River Steamboat T - High School. O - Stadium, La. State University N - Scene at the Municipal Docks R - Campanile, La. State University O - East Baton Rouge Parish Court House U - Oaks Covered with Spanish Moss G - Governor's Mansion E - Watermelon Time.
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Title:
Greetings From La. State University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
Description:
Campanile.
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Greetings From Southern University
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen unused
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Title:
Greetings From La
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Linen PM 1941
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Scene On Amite River
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1906
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North Boulevard
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1907
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L.S.U. Football Team
Baton Rouge Louisiana (LA), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1907
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