This image shows an unusual subject, a simple but radical curve in a highway in Oklahoma. Because of the greater than 180 degree turn in the road, these features are pretty much universally described as horseshoe curves.
The description states:
HORSESHOE CURVE
This beautiful curve is located on highway 77 in the Arbuckle Mountains near the beautiful Turner Falls recreational area. Also close by is Price Falls.
–The description places this road feature in south central Oklahoma. Turner Falls are not particularly imposing at only 77 feet, but are tied for the highest waterfall in Oklahoma.
This postcard likely dates from the 1960s.
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Fankoma “Wagon WheelS” Pottery
This image shows the Frankoma pottery pattern called “Wagon Wheels”, which is self-explanatory.
The description states:
WAGON WHEELS — Eulogizing the pioneers of the Great Southwest. Many other pieces have cattle brands, horse shoes, etc., as decoration, available in complete table service. Made in Prairie Green, and Desert Gold. Write for free catalog of Frankoma. Visitors always welcome at Factory Display Rooms, open weekdays 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
FRACKOMA POTTERY — Sapulpa, Oklahoma
–The color scheme shown here is obviously Prairie Green. This pattern seems to be more popular than the Westward, and now comes in a larger range of colors.
This image likely dates from the 1960s.
Frankoma Pottery “Westwind” Design
Shown in this image are many of the standard pieces that make up the “Westward” pattern of dinnerware sold at that time by Frankoma Pottery. The pattern refers to the form of the pottery, not the coloring used.
The description states:
WESTWIND — Clean, sweeping lines form this lovely serviceable pattern. Made in Woodland Moss, Peach Glow, and Prairie Green. Write for free catalog of Frankoma. Visitors always welcome at Factory Display Rooms, open weekdays 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
FRANKOMA POTTERY — SAPULPA, OKLAHOMA
–This is an example of the Woodland Moss color scheme. These designs are now widely traded through online selling sites and can be purchased in pieces or collections.
This card likely dates from the 1960s.
Frankoma Pottery, Sapulpa, Oklahoma
This image shows the main building housing the Frankoma Pottery, a business known for it’s locally dug clay products and particularly their dinnerware designs.
The description states:
This is the Home of Frankoma Pottery, designers and manufacturers of Art Pottery, Sculpture, Dinnerware and Ceramic Tile. Write for free catalog.
FRANKOMA POTTERY — Sapulpa, Oklahoma
–The business was established in 1933, and moved to the current location in 1938. This image is clearly from the 1960s as indicated by the parked cars.
Ellis Lodge, Drummond Island, Michigan
This is a view of one of the buildings that made up Ellis Lodge, providing sleeping accommodations along with fishing gear and boats for tourists.
The description states:
ELLIS LODGE on Old Fort Bay
Seven modern units, boats, motors, baits, complete grocery and meat service.
Drummond Island, Michigan
–It appears that this establishment is no longer in operation. There are a number of other interesting historical photos of this island and the buildings there at this site.
This image is dated 1961.
Tourist Boat Dock, H & H Resort, Drummond Island, Michigan
This image shows the collection of boats available to visitors staying at the H&H Resort on Drummond Island.
The description simply states:
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H & H Resort, Drummond Island, Mich.
The resort is a campground and marina for visiting boats and boat rentals for tourists visiting the island. It continues to operate today, including the same moorings seen in this picture.
The card is dated 1961.
Dolomite Quarry, Drummond Island, Michigan
This image shows the extensive dolomite quarry works on Drummond Island, Michigan, and the ferry dock at the far left.
The description states:
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Showing the Dolomite Quarry on the right, and the ferry landing on the left. Drummond Island, Michigan.
—Dolomite is used for many purposes, including as a source of limestone in home gardening and the production of float glass. This image is dated 1961.
Drummond Island, Michigan
This is an aerial view of the small unincorporated village on Drummond Island, Michigan, located at the extreme eastern end of the Upper Peninsula.
The description states simply:
Drummond Island Settlement
Drummond Island, Michigan.
–The settlement is on the north shore of the island, and is surrounded by Lake Huron. The settlement is only about 1000 people at this writing, and was considerably smaller when this image was made in 1961.
Lake View through Trees, Michigan
This image shows a moderate sized lake as seen through the upper branches of a pine tree along the shore.
The description states:
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A gnarled pine frames the blue waters of a Northland lake.
Vacationland Scene
–This card does not clearly identify its location other than in Michigan, most likely on the upper peninsula, but possibly in the upper half of the lower peninsula. This card is dated 1958.
Fawn and Doe, Beulah, Michigan
This image is a an artwork depicting a whitetail doe with its fawn as they stand in a meadow.
There is no description on the back of this card. Beulah, Michigan is on the lower peninsula of Michigan, near the Lake Michigan shoreline, a short distance southwest of Traverse City.
This card was used and is dated 16 Aug 1956.