This image shows the main sanctuary building of the North Park Covenant Church, located on the campus of North Park College in the northern districts of Chicago, Illinois.
The description states:
NORTH PARK COVENANT CHURCH
3250 North Christiana Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625
–The college was renamed North Park University in 1997, and the building still exists today as a church. The University is affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Church.
The inclusion of a postal ZIP code indicates this card likely dates from the 1960s.
Month: May 2017
Metropolitan Church, Detroit, Michigan
This image shows the net-gothic building housing the Metropolitan Church in Detroit, Michigan. It is operated by United Methodist Church.
The description on the back is comprised of a map showing the building location in Detroit, and hours of worship:
CHURCH SCHOOL – 10:00 A.M.
SUNDAY WORSHIP – 11:00 A.M.
–The building was erected in 1926.
The cars visible in the picture indicate the image dates from the 1950s. Oddly, the card was still in use and was mailed in the 1970s.
Cattle in Cimarron Canyon, New Mexico
This image shows a small herd of Hereford cattle being moved along a rural road through Cimarron Canyon in New Mexico.
The description states:
K64 — PALISADES IN CIMARRON CANYON, NEW MEXICO
Between Raton and Taos we find some of the most beautiful views in this section of the Rockies.
–In 1979 the area was set aside as Cimarron Canyon State Park.
This card likely dates from the 1950s.
Hereford Cattle Grazing, New Mexico
This image shows a small group of Hereford cattle, likely part of a larger herd, grazing on open range in the American Southwest.
The description states simply:
HEREFORDS AT HOME ON THE RANGE
–The description alludes to a popular folk song titled “Home on the Range” which references cattle in the lyrics.
This card was used and is dated 12 July 1953.
Cattle Herd, New Mexico
This image is an artist’s rendition of a typical Hereford cattle herd on the range in the southwest United States, likely New Mexico.
The description states:
188 CATTLE ON THE RANGE IN THE SOUTHWEST
The western cattle ranges feed most of the U. S. There were no cattle in America when the Spaniards cam (only buffalo). The brought a breed of “Long Horn” cattle which had their origin in Portugal. By the time Texas was annexed to the U. S. the Southwest was over-run by “Long Horns”. Thousands were driven to northern markets. They are now replaced by better stock, great herds of which supply our finest beef steaks.
–This herd is the common white-faced Hereford common throughout cattle areas in the United States.
This card was used and is dated 11 July 1953.
Fair Grounds Court, Albuquerque, New Mexico
This image shows an artist’s rendition of the motel in Albuquerque, New Mexico named the Fair Grounds Court, located at the time on Central Ave. in the city.
The description states:
FIAR GROUNDS COURT
T. J. ROBERTSON, Managing Owner
MODERN CABINS
Air-Conditioned — Innerspring Mattresses
6522 E. CENTRAL — ON HIGHWAY 66
Phone — 5-0085
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
— The motel is long gone and since replaced by a small strip mall. The name was given due to its location across U.S. 66 from the State Fairgrounds.
This image likely dates from the 1940s.
Central Avenue, Albuquerque, New Mexico
This image is an artist’s rendition of the view down one of the main streets in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Central Avenue.
The description states:
Here in Downtown Albuquerque, N. M. you can see the lofty peaks of the picturesque Sandia Mountain Range. History rich, this 188 year old city retains much of the fascination of Old Spain — yet is had been assigned a vital role in America’s future. Albuquerque lies in the heart of Atomic America — in one of the most interesting and historic areas of the entire United States.
At Albuquerque you are also in the heart of the Indian Country and within short driving range of a matchless variety of scenic attractions.
–The Masonic Temple in this image does not appear to have survived. This image dates from the 1940s.
Of Cabbages and Kings Gift Shoppe, Indian River, Michigan
This image shows the front and main entrance of the establishment called “Of Cabbages and Kings Gift Shoppe”, a reference to a line in the poem “The Walrus and the Carpenter” from the book Alice In Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.
The description states:
Of Cabbages and Kings
Located 1/2 mile off M-75 interchange on Old 27 in the heart of Indian River, Michigan.
This truly unique shoppe in the quaint setting of an old railroad depot is a delightful tourist attraction.
“Distinctive Antiques and Gift from all over the world.”
–The business opened in 1960 and closed in 1988. This image likely dates from the 1960s.
Veterans Hospital, Omaha, Nebraska
This is an artist’s rendition of the Omaha, Nebraska Veterans Hospital as it looked shortly after construction.
There is no description on the back of this card. The legend states simply:
Veterans Hospital, Omaha, Nebraska.
–The facility still exists and provides 100 acute care beds for Veterans as well as outpatient treatment facilities.
This card was used and is dated 13 June 1955.
Tower Lodge Motel, Holdrege, Nebraska
This image shows the Tower Lodge Motel, which had a rare combination motel design, with the older cabin style in the center and long single building rooms on either side. It was located in Holdrege, Nebraska.
The description states:
TOWER LODGE MOTEL
U. S. 6-34 West – Holdrege, Nebr.
Phone 995-4488
40 Modern Units individually heated and air conditioned. room Phones and TV. Shaded Grounds. Play Area. Fine Restaurant nearby.
–This establishment appears to have been recently demolished, as there are a few listings for it but the site is an empty lot.
This image likely dates from the 1950s.