San Antonio in Vintage Postcards

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Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780738508795
Total Pages : 136 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (87 download)

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Book Synopsis San Antonio in Vintage Postcards by : Mel Brown

Download or read book San Antonio in Vintage Postcards written by Mel Brown and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2000 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Postcards are an important element of understanding our history, for they provide future generations with a rare glimpse into the past. Since the late 1800s, photographers have traveled around the nation to places such as San Antonio to capture scenes of everyday life and preserve them in this unique form. San Antonio began as a small mission village, a wild west frontier town, and starting point for huge cattle drives northward, and quickly grew into a bustling economic and cultural center for South Texas, luring residents and tourists with its colonial missions, diverse people, prominent military bases, long-standing traditions, and festive celebrations.

Eyes Right!

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Publisher : Maverick Books
ISBN 13 : 9781595347282
Total Pages : 110 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (472 download)

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Book Synopsis Eyes Right! by : Lewis F. Fisher

Download or read book Eyes Right! written by Lewis F. Fisher and published by Maverick Books. This book was released on 2010 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 200 vintage postcards depicting San Antonio's military

New Orleans in Vintage Postcards

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Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780738502069
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (2 download)

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Book Synopsis New Orleans in Vintage Postcards by : Scott Faragher

Download or read book New Orleans in Vintage Postcards written by Scott Faragher and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 1999 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the 1890s through the 1920s, the postcard was an extraordinarily popular means of communication, and many of the postcards produced during this "golden age" can today be considered works of art. Postcard photographers traveled the length and breadth of the nation snapping photographs of busy street scenes, documenting local landmarks, and assembling crowds of local children only too happy to pose for a picture. These images, printed as postcards and sold in general stores across the country, survive as telling reminders of an important era in America's history. This fascinating new history of New Orleans showcases more than two hundred of the best vintage postcards available.

Palm Springs in Vintage Postcards

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Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780738529790
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (297 download)

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Book Synopsis Palm Springs in Vintage Postcards by : Judy Artunian

Download or read book Palm Springs in Vintage Postcards written by Judy Artunian and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Palm Springs has been a desert vacation oasis for nearly a century and remains the ultimate posh desert spa in pop culture. Film stars put Palm Springs on the map as a destination for weekend getaways. In the postwar era, it became a centerpiece for golfers and a second home for such Hollywood icons as Bob Hope and Bing Crosby. Over the years, postcards portraying Palm Springs have concentrated on its hotels, spas, golf courses, celebrities, and other aspects that have fed the national reputation of the city and its environs as a playground for the rich and famous.

Postcard America

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Publisher : University of Texas Press
ISBN 13 : 0292726619
Total Pages : 521 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (927 download)

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Book Synopsis Postcard America by : Jeffrey L. Meikle

Download or read book Postcard America written by Jeffrey L. Meikle and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2016-01-20 with total page 521 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Great Depression through the early postwar years, any postcard sent in America was more than likely a “linen” card. Colorized in vivid, often exaggerated hues and printed on card stock embossed with a linen-like texture, linen postcards celebrated the American scene with views of majestic landscapes, modern cityscapes, roadside attractions, and other notable features. These colorful images portrayed the United States as shimmering with promise, quite unlike the black-and-white worlds of documentary photography or Life magazine. Linen postcards were enormously popular, with close to a billion printed and sold. Postcard America offers the first comprehensive study of these cards and their cultural significance. Drawing on the production files of Curt Teich & Co. of Chicago, the originator of linen postcards, Jeffrey L. Meikle reveals how photographic views were transformed into colorized postcard images, often by means of manipulation—adding and deleting details or collaging bits and pieces from several photos. He presents two extensive portfolios of postcards—landscapes and cityscapes—that comprise a representative iconography of linen postcard views. For each image, Meikle explains the postcard’s subject, describes aspects of its production, and places it in social and cultural contexts. In the concluding chapter, he shifts from historical interpretation to a contemporary viewpoint, considering nostalgia as a motive for collectors and others who are fascinated today by these striking images.

Pasadena in Vintage Postcards

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Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 143962805X
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (396 download)

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Book Synopsis Pasadena in Vintage Postcards by : Marlin Heckman

Download or read book Pasadena in Vintage Postcards written by Marlin Heckman and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2001-02-15 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The postcard has been a popular part of American communication for over a century, documenting both the interest of a place and its history. Captured here in nearly 200 vintage postcards is the unique history of this California town, translated in Chippewa as "Crown of the Valley." The City of Pasadena, just north of Los Angeles, sits against the majesty of the Sierra Madre mountain range. Incorporated in 1885, the city was originally known as a resort city, filled with tourists from all over the world. Showcased here through the use of the author's personal postcard collection are vintage images of Millionaires Row, the Tournament of the Roses Parade, the Mt. Lowe Railway, and the Alpine Tavern.

Greetings from San Antonio

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Publisher : Trinity University Press
ISBN 13 : 1595349197
Total Pages : 234 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (953 download)

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Book Synopsis Greetings from San Antonio by : Lewis F. Fisher

Download or read book Greetings from San Antonio written by Lewis F. Fisher and published by Trinity University Press. This book was released on 2020-04-01 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Greetings from San Antonio: Historic Postcards of the Alamo City is a collection of more than six hundred color and black-and-white photo postcards, many of them quite rare, that yield a compelling visual narrative of the city in the early twentieth century, when postcards were at their height of popularity. Presented unaltered and accompanied by concise descriptive text, the postcards provide a distinctive visual portrait of a captivating and unique city during the early years of its transformation into the multicultural mecca it is today.

Yosemite's Historic Hotels and Camps

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Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0738599972
Total Pages : 130 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (385 download)

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Book Synopsis Yosemite's Historic Hotels and Camps by : Alice Van Ommeren

Download or read book Yosemite's Historic Hotels and Camps written by Alice Van Ommeren and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2013 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Yosemite National Park is a place of extraordinary natural beauty with renowned waterfalls, spectacular granite rock formations, and serene meadows. Although indigenous peoples already inhabited Yosemite, settlers of European descent found their way there beginning in 1851. To serve the steady growth of tourists and visitors, lodging and accommodations have always been central to the park's history. The popularity of postcards starting in the early 1900s and lasting several decades coincided with the growth of the park's hotels and camps, transportation, and entertainment. This book of vintage postcards illustrates and chronicles those places and events. It provides visitors with an understanding and appreciation for the unique and diverse places made available to tourists throughout Yosemite's history.

Wings Over San Antonio

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Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1439628041
Total Pages : 134 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (396 download)

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Book Synopsis Wings Over San Antonio by : Mel Brown

Download or read book Wings Over San Antonio written by Mel Brown and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2001-02-15 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In March 1910, Lt. Benjamin Foulois was ordered to Fort Sam Houston near San Antonio, Texas, with a used Wright Brothers aeroplane and a small contingent of enlisted men. His mission was to teach himself how to operate this primitive flying machine and begin demonstrating the practical uses it might have for the United States Army. This history is chronicled through in-depth captions and over 200 images as author Mel Brown tells the story of how San Antonio eventually became the cradle of military aviation. Mastery of the air would take time, equipment, and lives as the demanding flight path led from the early trials at Ft. Sam to the eventual establishment of four flying centers around the city. Working through trial and error, the aeronautic pioneers and first combat aviators convinced the military that the building of an American air arm was needed; thus the legend of the U.S. Air Force at San Antonio was born. Using many photographs never before published, the author tells the rich history of the air force bases in San Antonio, including Kelly, Brooks, and Randolph Fields. Also included are images of some of aviation's first heroes, such as Eddie Rickenbacker, Jimmy Doolittle, Charles Lindbergh, and Clair Chennault.

San Antonio Then and Now®

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Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
ISBN 13 : 1910496014
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (14 download)

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Book Synopsis San Antonio Then and Now® by : Paula Allen

Download or read book San Antonio Then and Now® written by Paula Allen and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 2015-05-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Putting archive and contemporary photographs of the same landmark side-by-side, San Antonio Then and Now® is a visual chronicle of the city's pastSan Antonio has a history stretching back almost three centuries. It was established as a Spanish military garrison in 1718, the home of Mission San Antonio de Valero, later renamed the Alamo. During the Mexican War of Independence, Americans fought alongside Mexicans, and at the war's end Texas became a Mexican state. With more than 3,000 American settlers moving into the area, peace didn't last for long. The Texan settlers fought their own war of independence between 1835 and 1836, culminating in the historic last stand at the Alamo. By 1879, Fort Sam Houston was established by the U.S. Army. Throughout the last century San Antonio vied with Galveston, Dallas, and Houston as the largest city in Texas. Today the city is known for its medical and biotechnology industries and is the hub for many multinational companies. Its reputation as a center for business was enhanced when San Antonio hosted the World's Fair in 1968; however, the tourist trade will always be a significant employer thanks to the enduring appeal of that last stand by a small, determined force at the Alamo. Prominent sites shown here include Alamo Plaza, Cenotaph, Menger Hotel, Medical Arts Building, Bexar Courthouse, Governor's Palace, Empire Theatre, Smith-Young Tower, Travis Park, San Antonio River, and Fairmount Hotel.

Going Going

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Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 0688161855
Total Pages : 244 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (881 download)

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Book Synopsis Going Going by : Naomi Shihab Nye

Download or read book Going Going written by Naomi Shihab Nye and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2005-03-29 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Florrie's favorite coffee shop, with its open mike night, dreamy candles, and cute waiters ... Going? The mysterious little hut selling fresh lemon ice on the west side of town ... Going? The boutique featuring clothes you don't find at the mall, allowing you to look like ... an interesting person ... Going? Individuality. Originality. Quality. Independence. Opportunity. Going, going, gone. What's a girl to do?

Pensacola in Vintage Postcards

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Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1439629633
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (396 download)

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Book Synopsis Pensacola in Vintage Postcards by : Pensacola Historical Society

Download or read book Pensacola in Vintage Postcards written by Pensacola Historical Society and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2004-08-25 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although Pensacola was permanently settled in 1698, not until the harvesting of yellow pine trees between 1870 and 1910 did the city begin to grow and prosper. During this golden era, a building boom transformed the city into a vibrant seaport and economic center. Pensacola's natural deep water harbor attracted merchant ships, and railroads increased access for goods and human transportation. Between 1825 and 1844, the Redoubt, the Navy Yard, and Forts Barrancas, Pickens, and McRee were constructed. Pensacola's many nicknames included "Cradle of Naval Aviation," "Annapolis of the Air," and "Mother-in-law of the U.S. Navy" since a large number of local women married navy men.

Winston-Salem in Vintage Postcards

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Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780738516714
Total Pages : 138 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (167 download)

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Book Synopsis Winston-Salem in Vintage Postcards by : Molly Grogan Rawls

Download or read book Winston-Salem in Vintage Postcards written by Molly Grogan Rawls and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Moravian town of Salem joined with its industrial neighbor, Winston, to officially become the city of Winston-Salem in 1913. Located in the Piedmont section of North Carolina, at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Winston-Salem has a rich cultural heritage. Tourists and residents alike visit Old Salem to experience the restored Moravian village and participate in traditional events. Some come to explore Winston-Salem's historic homes and neighborhoods and to sample the city's varied culinary treats. Others come to tour picturesque college campuses, attend sporting events, and partake in the city's vast array of arts offerings.

Temple in Vintage Postcards

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Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1439630844
Total Pages : 156 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (396 download)

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Book Synopsis Temple in Vintage Postcards by : Michael LeFan

Download or read book Temple in Vintage Postcards written by Michael LeFan and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2004-11-24 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Founded in 1881 by the Gulf, Colorado & Santa Fe Railway Company, Temple, Texas became a railroad town overnight. The company purchased 181 acres and then auctioned off parcels to prospective buyers interested in providing services for railroad equipment and passengers. Though early on Temple had several unfortunate nicknamesMudville, Tanglefoot, and Ratsvilleit soon shed its image as a muddy, rat-infested land, became a major junction for four railway lines, and offered a land of opportunity for commerce. The railway would bring flattering new nicknames like Progressive Temple and Prairie Queen as well as a chance to be part of the American Dream.

Botanicals

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Publisher : Clarkson Potter
ISBN 13 : 152475904X
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (247 download)

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Book Synopsis Botanicals by : The New York Botanical Garden

Download or read book Botanicals written by The New York Botanical Garden and published by Clarkson Potter. This book was released on 2017-10-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The beloved gift format that is 100 postcards in a box has never been more beautiful. The images include 100 rare portraits of exotic flowers, cacti and succulents from the world-renowned collection of the NY Botanical Garden. Printed on lush, uncoated stock to mimic the original paintings, these brilliantly colored postacrds can be mailed, framed or used in craft projects.

Tejano Origins in Eighteenth-Century San Antonio

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Publisher : University of Texas Press
ISBN 13 : 0292786085
Total Pages : 223 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (927 download)

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Book Synopsis Tejano Origins in Eighteenth-Century San Antonio by : Gerald E. Poyo

Download or read book Tejano Origins in Eighteenth-Century San Antonio written by Gerald E. Poyo and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2011-05-18 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since its first publication in 1991, this history of early San Antonio has won a 1992 Citation from the San Antonio Conservation Society and a Presidio La Bahía Award from the Sons of the Republic of Texas.

Vintage Tweets

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ISBN 13 : 9780578511528
Total Pages : 216 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (115 download)

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Book Synopsis Vintage Tweets by : Carol Crossed

Download or read book Vintage Tweets written by Carol Crossed and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-15 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Book of postcards from the collection of Carol N. Crossedat the Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum