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Historic Fort Erie
Aerial view of reconstructed Fort. Built by the British in 1803-05 and occupied until 1823. Occupied by the American troops during the War of 1812, it was the sight of the Siege of Fort Erie.
Fort Erie, Ontario
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An officially released post card for Westfarms: "A regional retail development, is designed to be the most complete marketplace of its kind in New England. Westfarms site spans the boundaries of three outstanding Connecticut communities: West Hartford, Farmington and New Britain."
Ah yes, the 1970's. This comes to us from a time inconceivable to today's generations. A time when malls were a thing of destination, boasted on laminate post cards as vacation-like attractions with unbound amenities like air conditioning, imported terrazzo and marble floors, full-service boutique and specialty stores, gardens and water displays.
This is one three known post cards sold to promote Westfarms mall.
This very rare vantage point features the Hartford-based Sage-Allen anchor, which was one of three department stores at Westfarms upon its opening in September 1974. While no year is disclosed on this card, we can imagine this was within the tender years of Westfarms mall's opening -- one of the most unbelievable interior shopping centers of its time.
We can immediately identify the staples of yesteryear shopping mall charm: a bevy of plants, odd sculpture art and, of course, a grandiose fountain to garnish the luxury. We also see some Taubman-design mainstays as well: sharp, modern and meticulously clean geometry at floor and ceiling level, done with absolute, uncompromised elegance and simplicity the Taubman company was pre-eminent for.
We've covered those illuminated twin-towers before; just one of a dozen or so throughout the mall, designed by the now late Wen-Ying Tsai. These were the only feature to be removed fairly early on, not surprisingly as guests likely tampered with them quite a bit. These lighted towers were mildly interactive, reactive to sound via hanging microphones strewn about the mall. Guests would light the towers based on sounds emitted. Tsai's pillars of this community would go nearly forgotten today as they are somewhat obscured in the mall's history but also not listed on his own chronicle of works.
Unlike our other two post cards, we see an array of bygone sights and storefronts not seen before: the once empirical men's dress shoe chain Florsheim still exists in name today though their generous acreage here at Westfarms is long gone.
Nut House, a shop entirely dedicated to exotic array of nuts and nearby CB Perkins Tobacco, both genuinely 1970's-era chains that would have no business in a mall setting today. Perkins, which was owned by the Stop & Shop Companies (which was also under the same umbrella for Bradlees) could also be enjoyed inside the mall at this time.
On the lower level, we have what looks to be an integrated, open-air cafe. To the right of Sage-Allen is Fields Hosiery, a tame destination for ladies' intimates (unless you count that orange shag carpet!) and Natural Cosmetics, one of the most believably timeless looking shops represented.
We cannot forget that memorable glossy, piano black Information tower, a kiosk dedicated to stroller rentals and general mall information. Yes, it still exists in some form today. These beacon-like Information towers were yet another Taubman mall feature, which was finally retired in 2001..
Of course, the main feature here is Sage-Allen, whose two-level Westfarms presence was rarely caught in photos and also a formidable, long-time rival to G. Fox who also anchored the mall at opening. Interestingly, the exterior entrance to Sage-Allen is now macy*s Men's Store, whose done absolutely nothing to the funky accordion-style, retrograde exterior facade facing New Britain Ave.
You can almost smell the roasted walnuts, wildlife and cavendish from here...
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Published by NATCO, Natural Color Cards Co.
102 / CGF102 Class B2 Leyland New 1935.
Originally fitted with half bulkhead but changed to full in 1938. Withdrawn in 1952.
B2s were fitted with coasting and run back brakes to stop them running backwards out of control on steep hills.
Ref. London's Trolleybuses – A Fleet History by The PSV Circle, The Omnibus Society.
Copyright Prescott-Pickup & Co Ltd.
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Lens: SMC Pentax-M 2/50
Film: Agfa Vista Plus 200 ASA
Image Edit: none
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One of four similar RPPC's in a photo album I bought at an estate sale. It was taken by Cal Calvert the Post Card Man in Portland, Oregon.
Charles E. (Cal) Calvert operated his Mazeograph Studio at Sixth & Ankeny from 1906 to 1930. When Council Crest Amusement Park opened, Calvert had a studio and post card stand at Council Crest in 1907. He also operated a studio at the Washington Street entrance to City Park in 1910. Cal Calvert post card backs from the Mazeograph Studios at Sixth & Ankeny and City Park at the Washington Street entrance.
Cal Calvert’s specialty was fast post cards. The portraits were printed on ready-to-mail Cyko post card paper. Studio backdrops and setups were arranged next to each other in the studio. Presumably the customer would select one and move into position, the photographer would aim the camera, and ten minutes later the patron would have their custom post cards. This studio is well known for it's humorous setup and backdrop of an airplane over Portland which was first used during a Rose Festival celebration.
Here's a link to the article with this information and it shows another shot of this same backdrop. You'll need to scroll down a bit to get the the part about him.
Photo made in Cupertino 2014
Post card made for a postcard sharing event - RangeFinder Forum, PostCard #12.
Post card in pen and ink and watercolor on a 5.5 x 8.5 sheet of 140 pound Canson multi-purpose paper. This was sent today as a thank you to a friend. Years ago, I was walking along a beach one morning with a woman I new, and she began sketching on a small piece of paper.
"What are you doing?"
"Making a post card for my nephew. I do this every place I visit."
I had been a graphic designer and a traveler for years and it had never occurred to me to make post cards.
That was 20 years ago and by now, I have sent hundreds. Not a single post card I have sent from France, China, Ireland, Costa Rica, the United States, etc has ever been lost in the mail.
Try making post cards for friends whom you know appreciate you.
The reverse of the scene of the Floating Torri Gate shrine with my late Fathers handwriting .
Japan 1946
Private Family Collection
The town name of Malpas is derived from french Mal=bad pas=way; bad/poor way/passage. It is situated not too far from the western side of the county of Cheshire.
Cheshire's name was originally derived from an early name for Chester, and was first recorded as Legeceasterscir in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicles, meaning the shire of the city of legions. Although the name first appears in 980, it is thought that the county was created by Edward the Elder around 920. In the Domesday Book, Chester was recorded as having the name Cestrescir (Chestershire), derived from the name for Chester at the time.
A view of Copabacana, the most famous brazilian beach, from Leme.
Copacabana is a borough located in the southern zone of the city Rio de Janeiro, famous for its 4 km beach.
The district was originally called Sacopenapã until the mid-18th century. It was renamed after the construction of a chapel holding a replica of the Virgin of Copacabana, the patron saint of Bolivia. It was incorporated into the city on July 6, 1892.
Copacabana begins at Princesa Isabel Avenue and ends at Posto Seis (lifeguard watchtower Six) near the Forte de Copacabana (Fort Copacabana). Beyond Copacabana, there is the small Arpoador beach, followed by the famous borough of Ipanema.
According to Riotur, the Tourism Secretariat of Rio de Janeiro, there are 63 hotels and 10 hostels in Copacabana.
MALIGNE LAKE
48 km. (28.8 mi.) S.E. of Jasper townsite
Located in the majestic Maligne Valley, this exquisite lake is the second largest glacier-fed lake in the world, stretching 22 km. (14 mi.). A one-and-a-half hour boat cruise will take you past glacier-studded mountain peaks to world-famous Spirit Island
"The Air-Conditioned Mall
Regency Square Shopping Center
Jacksonville, Florida"
Well, I've seen that look before... to the madam in the avocado skirt, pensive about the intentions of our forgotten man whose giant camera is just admiring fledgling life at Jacksonville's rising-star shopping center, Regency Square.
Once donned as the highest grossing mall in the land is now just another of America's dying indoor malls as it stands in 2018. The main attraction in the mall's original atrium was this strikingly geometric, Star Trekesque centerpiece, whose spaceship-like awning presides over a geyser-propelled fountain, almost as if it feeds this subtly, earthtoned alien-looking inverted maw.
This focal area of the mall was likely done away with in the late 70's or so and is apart of the original mall's single-corridor before its vast expanse to the "West Mall", underway by 1980. To the left was one of the original anchor set, Furchgott's, a local Jacksonville department store.
Make note of these smaller, asymmetric, multi-tiered brick structured planters that accent the ceiling -- would certainly make for a rousing game of hide 'n go seek as well, don't you think?
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Finally some clearer skies and a gentle breeze instead of clouds and fierce wind.
The theme of the sunset tonight was sunbeams. These images were captured about 20 minutes before sunset and I'm glad I grabbed these since distant clouds obscured the actual sunset. The tidal pools in the foreground usually aren't there but the intense winds over the last couple of days made the usually tranquil Gulf into a turbulent sea with higher than normal tides.
Anna Maria Island | Florida | Gulf of Mexico
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Just a typical postcard shot, one of those pictures that's nothing special, but you just got to have it. Unfortunately the cloud covered Mt. Fuji during the 15 minutes allotted time slot at this look out point.
This truly unique and most charming Grade II listed cottage stands in possibly the most idyllic and desirable location on the Northumberland coast. Set in a superb and secluded position on the cliff edge with a sandy cove below, it commands panoramic coastal views from every window. The majestic ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle can be seen in the north, whilst to the south there are distant views of Coquet Island. The coastline in this region is characterised by a mixture of rocky inlets and lovely sandy beaches with attractive walks along the cliff tops. A 14 mile coastal footpath between Beadnell and Alnmouth passes nearby providing the opportunity of walking through some of the most outstanding coastal scenery in the country, this part of the Heritage Coast is designated an "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty" as well as being a "Site of Special Scientific Interest". The Coast and Castles cycle route passes nearby. The Bathing House is approached by a 400 metre private track and is ideal for a family holiday or for those seeking a secluded, romantic coastal location. It was built in the early 19th century by the 2nd Earl Grey who was the Prime Minister responsible for the passing of the Great Reform Bill of 1832 and whose monument stands at the top of Grey Street in Newcastle upon Tyne. He had 16 children and the house was built specifically for the family to go bathing.
Ainda me perguntam porque eu quis vir pra cá trabalhar, foto da sessão pra um trabalho.
"Quando o sol se põe
Vem o farol
Iluminar as águas da Bahia
No Farol da Barra, o encontro é pouco
A conversa é curta, tudo é tão rápido como
se furta
Como a luz bate nas águas
Como tudo que se passa
Com tanto cabeludo, com tanto pôr-do-sol
Bem cabia uma profecia: até o ano 2000,
O Farol além do pôr-do-sol
será o pôr-do-som
Onde verás uma realejo, onde verás um violão"
-Novos Baianos.
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My wife found this post card from Sep.14/1967 sent from Hastings NewZealand fromher good friend Roz Snijders. If you recognize this post card and would like to leave a comment it would be much appreciated. My wife's maiden name was D. Muise. Roz and Dolly worked together at the Canada Permanent Trust Company , Toronto on 2972 Bloor Street West, Toronto Ontario Canada.
I found this post card in a box of old photos and ephemera.
It seems there were more than 51 Tuckers made and 3 of them ended up in Elgin Park!
I'll keep you posted on this developing story.