This image shows a corner of the imposing Boldt Castle, a private home built by George Boldt, the general manager of two prestigious hotels in New York. It is a typical example of the extravagance of the Gilded Age.
The description states:
BOLDT CASTLE ON HEART ISLAND
One of the principal attractions among the 1000 Islands and a regular stop for 1000 Island Cruise Boats.
1000 Islands, Ontario, Canada
–The structure was never completed, as it was intended as a gift to the builder’s wife, who died during construction, after which work was abandoned.
Boldt Castle was acquired by the 1000 Islands Commission to maintain the property, which includes many outbuildings and structures on another island as well. However, the building has also been completed and modernized for more productive use and contains designs and materials not from the original work.
This image likely dates from the 1950s.
Tag: 1950s
Motel Auberge du Boulevard Laurier, Quebec, Canada
This image shows a view of the Motel Auberge du Blvd. Laurier, a large but fairly conventional motel for the era.
The description states:
Motel
Auberge du Blvd. Laurier Inc.
Quebec Bridge, Quebec 10, Canada
Telephone (area 418) 653-7221
Located on route 2 North side of Quebec Bridge, at the traffic circle — junction of routes no. 1-2-3-5-9-15-23 and 54. L’Auberge du Blvd Laurier is one of the finest and most modern Motels in Canada with 140 units, steam heated and fully air-conditioned, individually controlled, with tub, shower, radio, television, and telephone. Dining room, coffee shop, Bar and Irving Service Station. Large, heated swimming pool and wading pool. 100’x64′.
—The motel still exists at the present location, but after being purchased by a larger chain has been completely reconstructed with more modern buildings and rooms, and fewer total units.
The cars in this image indicate it dates from the 1950s.
Thousand Islands Tourist Boat, Ontario
This image shows a typical day boat transporting sightseers through the Thousand Islands area of Ontario Canada. This particular section is known as Lost Channel.
The description states:
CRUISE BOATS IN LOST CHANNEL
Thousand Islands, Ontario, Canada
—The tours are still conducted, and as might be expected, the boats have been considerably expanded and upgraded since this picture was taken.
This image likely dates from the 1950s.
Thousand Islands Bridge Arch Section, Ontario
This image shows the same bridge as yesterday, but instead focuses more closely on the center of the previous image, where the arch section of the bridge was shown.
The description states:
THE ARCH SPAN of the 1000 Islands International Bridge, joining the United States and Canada, and is one of the three spans on the Canadian side of the 1000 Islands, Ontario, Canada.
–Two other spans complete the connection within the boundary of the United States. The entire bridge is operated by an international bridge authority.
This image likely dates from the 1950s.
Thousand Islands Bridge, Ontario, Canada
This image is an aerial view of the Thousand Islands Bridge, which connects Canada and the United States over the St. Lawrence River between Ontario and New York. It is distinctive by having three different kinds of bridge form: truss, arch and cable suspension.
The description states:
Aerial View of the Thousand Islands International Bridge — in the heart of the Thousand Islands — Ontario, Canada.
–In total there are five sections to the bridge, which was completed in 1937.
This image likely dates from the 1950s.
Bulk Loading Terminal, Port Arthur, Ontario
This is an aerial image of two loading docs for bulk materials in the town of Port Arthur, Ontario, Canada.
The description states:
Iron ore from Steep Rock area mines is loaded here onto Lake Boats for shipment to Great Lakes steel mills. Alongside grain is handled by one of many Lakehead elevators. Father along the waterfront is Northern Wood Preservers plant while out in the harbour pulpwood for one of the four Lakehead paper mills is in transit.
Stirret’s Drug Store.
PORT ARTHUR, ONTARIO, CANADA
—Port Arthur was merged with Fort William to form the community of Thunder Bay.
This card is unusual as it bears the name of the company where the cards were sold, as a marketing tool for the drug store listed.
This card likely dates from the 1950s.
U.S. Highway 66 through the Sandia Mountains, New Mexico
This image shows a section of the historic highway U.S. 66 as it ascends into the Sandia Mountains east of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The description states:
HERE IS SEEN A BREATH-TAKING PANORAMA as U.S. Highway 66 winds through the picturesque Sandia Mountains towards the City of Albuquerque. Approaching the city thru Tijeras Canyon is a thrilling sight as this scenic highway emerges from the base of the Sandias to the beautiful vista of the Rio Grande.
–U.S. 66 has been replaced along most of its original course with Interstate 40, and some of the original roadway was abandoned when a more optimal route was established for the replacement highway. It can be seen that the quality of road construction at this point was fairly simple and basic, and in some cases did not allow for the expansion required for the new Interstate system.
This post card was used and is dated 12 July 1953.
Main Library, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque
This illustration shows the front exterior and an architectural detail from the main library on the campus of the University of New Mexico at Albuquerque.
The description states:
THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY — contains more than 125,000 volumes with a total capacity of over 300,000. Of Pueblo-style architecture, this beautiful building was opened in 1938. The carvings are in the symbolic Indian motif and the furniture and other ornamentations are entirely authentic of the Southwest.
THE GREAT CHANDELIER — in the reference room is said to be the largest of its type ever made by hand. it follow the design of the lamps used by the early Spanish conquistadors.
–There are now four libraries on the campus, and they contain over 3 million volumes.
This image likely dates from the 1950s.
Administration Building, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque
This illustration shows the main entrance to the Administration building at the University of New Mexico. It is built in the style of the Native American adobe pueblos that were common in New Mexico for thousands of years.
The description states:
ADMNISTRATION BUILDING
UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, N. M.
…built in Spanish-Pueblo design, this building contains 73 rooms on three floors. The atmosphere and architecture of the University itself reflect the unique character of New Mexico. The campus is beautifully located on a high mesa overlooking the city of Albuquerque, about one mile from the downtown business section. The bronze status of the symbolic Lobo Wolf hands an a concrete pedestal at the entrance to the athletic stadium.
–This card was used and is dated 12 July 1953.
Acoma Pueblo Potters, New Mexico
This image shows two women decorating small pottery pieces for sale to the tourists who visit their home at Acoma Pueblo in New Mexico.
The description states:
K100 — POTTERY MAKERS
The women of various Indian Pueblos are all skilled in making Pottery. The clay is mixed, worked and smoothed all by hand. After drying it is decorated and then fired. As illustrated these women from Acoma Pueblo are decorating their Pottery. They offer their wares or sale at the Villages and also along the Highways.
–This image likely dates from the 1950s.