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[Longview Confederate Monument Unveiling]

Description: Photographic postcard of the unveiling of the Confederate Monument at Bodie Park in Longview, Texas. There is a crowd of people gathered around the monument, and there are unidentified buildings in the background.
Date: June 3, 1911
Creator: Culpepper, Cody
Location: 32.494806 -94.739117
Partner: Longview Public Library

[Washington Park in El Paso]

Description: The postcard depicts people participating in recreational activities Washington Park in El Paso, Texas. The picture focuses on a corner of the park that features landscape design and a group of people in uniform. In the left background of the picture, a group of children play on seesaws and other playground equipment. In the right background of the picture, a group of people congregate near the swing sets. Near the top left side of the picture, a red stain is visible on the postcard. On the low… more
Date: [1910..1920]
Creator: Horne, Walter H., 1883-1921
Partner: El Paso Public Library

[Anson Mills Building]

Description: Postcard of the historic Anson Mills Building located at 303 North Oregon Street in El Paso, Texas. Please also see duplicate postcard WH-PC-186-022.
Date: July 7, 1915
Creator: Horne, Walter H., 1883-1921
Location: 31.759324 -106.488143
Partner: El Paso Public Library

[Anson Mills Building]

Description: Postcard of the Anson Mills Building. The Anson Mills Building is a historic building located at 303 North Oregon Street in El Paso, Texas. The building stands on the original site of the 1832 Ponce de León ranch. Anson Mills hired Henry C. Trost of the Trost and Trost architectural firm to design and construct the building. At the time, Henry C. Trost was the area's foremost pioneer in the use of reinforced concrete in building design. Built in 1910-1911, the building was only the second conc… more
Date: July 7, 1915
Creator: Horne, Walter H., 1883-1921
Partner: El Paso Public Library

[Part of the Business Section, El Paso, Texas]

Description: Postcard of downtown El Paso, Texas. The perspective here is of the 100 block of W Mills Avenue looking west towards Pioneer Plaza. The caption on the post card reads, "Part of the Business Section, El Paso, Texas". Although the exact time of year cannot be determined; the weather must have been cold when this image was captured because the people are wearing coats and jackets. Off to the right is San Jacinto Plaza/park which is bordered by Mills Avenue to the south and Oregon Street on the… more
Date: 1915~
Creator: Horne, Walter H., 1883-1921
Partner: El Paso Public Library

[Calvary Soldiers on horseback parading in front of San Jacinto Plaza]

Description: Postcard of U.S. Calvary Soldiers parading in front of San Jacinto Plaza in downtown El Paso, Texas. This image captures these soldiers on the 100 block of W Mills Ave. Hundreds of El Pasoans have lined the streets to view the parade. Beyond the soldiers and plaza park is the majestic Anson Mills Building. The Anson Mills Building [designed by Trost & Trost] is decorated with U.S. Flags and the front terrace is being used by parade spectators. Next to the Mills Building, is the White House… more
Date: unknown
Creator: Horne, Walter H., 1883-1921
Partner: El Paso Public Library

[Os-Aple Jubilee Week Parade]

Description: The 'Os-Aple' jubilee was the 1912 celebration marking 60 years of existence for the City named 'El Paso'. El Paso was originally settled and named as the Franklin Settlement in 1849. The Franklin Settlement was later renamed to 'El Paso' in 1852; hence the 1912 jubilee celebration for the City of El Paso, Texas. According to the El Paso Herald, 24 October 1912 front page, "Military Parade Proves Jubilee's Biggest Feature - Over Two Thousand Infantrymen, Cavalrymen, Artillerymen, Hospital Co… more
Date: October 24, 1912
Creator: Horne, Walter H., 1883-1921
Partner: El Paso Public Library

[Preparedness Parade - June 1916]

Description: The 'Preparedness Parade' symbolized a patriotic movement within the El Paso community that showed local support for World Peace by supporting the United States' entry into World War I. Ergo, the El Paso community was ready to assist with the war effort. The preparedness movement was a national patriotic movement and was not exclusive to El Paso. According to the El Paso Herald June 14, 1916, page 2; "8000 March for Preparedness; Thousands Wave Flags and Cheer - All El Paso Pay Tribute to 'O… more
Date: June 14, 1916
Creator: Horne, Walter H., 1883-1921
Partner: El Paso Public Library

Murphy Park

Description: Postcard of an aerial view of Murphy Park in Taylor. No correspondence on the back of the postcard.
Date: 192?
Partner: Taylor Public Library

Murphy Park

Description: Postcard of Murphy Park in Taylor, showing the water tower and the lake. No correspondence on back of postcard.
Date: 193X
Partner: Taylor Public Library

[Bear Pit, Riverview Park, Omaha, Neb.]

Description: Color postcard with an image of bears in cages at the Riverview Park located in Omaha, Nebraska. Below the image is the text, "Bear Pit, Riverview Park, Omaha, Neb." The correspondence on the back of the postcard reads, "1 of 5/07 We have had 2 weeks of street fair and carnival which is closing to-night. We are going to theater to-night. F.N. Ethel." The postcard is addressed to Miss Rosa Louise Dill, 206 E. 5, Okla City, Okla. It is postmarked Omaha, Neb. on Oct 6, 1907.
Date: unknown
Partner: Private Collection of Joe E. Haynes

[Riverview Park, Quincy, Ill.]

Description: Color postcard with an image of Riverview Park located in Quincy, Illinois. Below the image is the text, "Riverview Park, Quincy, Ill." and handwritten is "7-20-'07." The correspondence on the back reads, "Dear Mrs. Dill:- The weather is very hot. It has rained every day since my arrival. How is "Dody". Kiss her for me. Mayme Erler." The postcard is addressed to Mrs. Earl Dill, 206 E. 5th St., Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Quincy, Ill. on Jul 20, 1907.
Date: unknown
Partner: Private Collection of Joe E. Haynes

[Oak Lawn Park, Dallas, Tex.]

Description: Color postcard with an image of Oak Lawn Park located in Dallas, Texas. The correspondence on the front of the postcard reads, "Tis' sweet to be remembered- will write again some day. Address same as before. Rad Sugar is well- [ ] 8/10/07." The postcard is addressed to Mrs. E. A. Dill, 206 E. 5th St., Oklahoma City, Okla. It is postmarked Dallas, Tex on Aug 11, 1907.
Date: unknown
Partner: Private Collection of Joe E. Haynes

Twelfth St & Paseo, Kansas City, Mo.

Description: Color postcard with a picture of the the park at Twelfth and paseo in Kansas City, Missouri. There are benches, a stone wall, and an old canon along with sidewalks and landscaped gardens. On the back the correspondences reads, "Dear Mrs. Dill Just returned to Oklahoma City and reveived the letter you so kindly wrote me. Will write you in a few days when I can collect myself. Lovingly, mom. Kiss Lucy for me." It is addressed to Mrs. E.A. Dill, 527 18th St., Paris, Texas. It is postmarked Oklaho… more
Date: unknown
Partner: Private Collection of Joe E. Haynes

Lily Pond, Shaw's Garden, St. Louis, U.S.A.

Description: Color postcard with a picture of the Lily Pond at Shaw's Garden in St. Louis , Missouri. Men and women stroll through the park near the pond and a large glass-covered greenhouse admiring the plants and flowers. Handwritten on the front is, "8/20/08 Does she look familiar-" On the back the correspondences reads, "Have just passed that reservoir in St. L- that we all walked the Sunday we were here. am leaving, in fact am in Ill.passing the place we passed on the cart. The weather is perfect. Saw … more
Date: unknown
Partner: Private Collection of Joe E. Haynes

City Park, Ft. Worth, Texas

Description: Color postcard depicting the City Park in Ft. Worth, Texas. Flower beds are created in shapes such as stars and horse shoes. handwritten on the front of the card is,"Beats Delmar doesn't it?" Correspondence on the back reads, " Hello Bro. Your card received. was glad to hear from you and especially so when you said you had been out with the girls. Presume you and Kitty have buried the hatchet and are still lovers in the same old way. Be a good boy and let me hear from you. Your sis". It is… more
Date: unknown
Partner: Private Collection of Joe E. Haynes

Delmar Garden, Oklahoma City, Okla.

Description: Color postcard depicting an aerial view of Delmar Park in Oklahoma City. There are rides such as the ferris wheel, there is a theatre and a horse race track, and a trolley in the foreground. The correspondence on the back reads, " I hope you will pardon me, but I just happened to think that I failed to give you the add. of the boarding house I spoke of, it is George Boon, 29 E 4th St. OC - Hopinh you will be successful. I remain sincerely, G. C. Taylor". It is addressed to Mrs. E. A Dill, 527… more
Date: unknown
Partner: Private Collection of Joe E. Haynes

Scene Washington Park, Chicago, Ill.

Description: Color postcard depicting Washington Park in Chicago, Illinois. A group rows in a boat near a wooden footbridge while sheep graze on the bank. Correspondence on the back reads, "Dear Mrs. Dill I will write sometime. Am still in Chicago - expect to leave next month for Cal. how are you all? Write when you have time Alice M. 6032 Greenwood Av." It is addressed to Mrs, E. A. Dill, Paris, Texas. It is postmarked Chicago, Ill on Jun 15, 1908.
Date: unknown
Partner: Private Collection of Joe E. Haynes

A View in Wariick Park, Paris, Tex.

Description: Color photo postcard picturing Wariick Park in Paris, Texas. Pedestrians walk along the pathway near a grove of trees. Three tents sit near the pathway. Handwritten on the front, "Wister, Okla. Jan 19th/08" Correspondence on the back reads, "Dear Sis, Everything is lovely & I've gone having a high time (that's me) will leave here in a few minutes & hope there will be no more trouble I am dead tired got here at 5 a.m. no sleep" It is addressed to Miss Rosa Bassano, 527 S. 18th St., Paris, Texas.… more
Date: unknown
Partner: Private Collection of Joe E. Haynes

[Postcard of Beach in Stanley Park, Vancouver, B.C.]

Description: Postcard of an illustration of a small beach bordered by tall deciduous trees and a small dirt path. Several people sit on wooden benches or wood logs on the beach. Printed text at the top of the postcard identifies the area as part of Stanley Park in Vancouver, B.C. The other side of the postcard is blank except for postcard markings.
Date: 19uu
Partner: Howard Payne University Library

[Postcard of Two Deer in Beacon Hill Park, B.C.]

Description: Postcard of a photograph of two deer with small antlers, standing in an open grassy area, with trees and a wood fence in the background. Printed text at the bottom of the postcard identifies the area as Beacon Hill Park, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. The other side of the postcard is blank except for postcard markings.
Date: 19uu
Partner: Howard Payne University Library

[Postcard of Stanley Park in Vancouver, B.C.]

Description: Postcard of an illustration of a long, narrow dirt path through a dense, wooded area with thick bushes and trees that bend over the path. Printed text at the bottom of the postcard identifies the area as Stanley Park in Vancouver, B.C. The other side of the postcard is blank except for postcard markings.
Date: 19uu
Partner: Howard Payne University Library

[Postcard of Stanley Park in Vancouver, B.C., Canada]

Description: Postcard of an illustration of a city park overlooking a bay with boats floating in it, captured at sunset. A woman in a long sleeve blouse and long skirt pushes a baby carriage while holding a small girl's hand. Other people sit on simple wooden benches among the trees in a grassy area on the right. Printed text at the bottom of the postcard identifies the park as Stanley Park in Vancouver, B.C., Canada.
Date: 19uu
Partner: Howard Payne University Library

[Postcard of Trail Through Stanley Park in Vancouver, B.C.]

Description: Postcard of an illustration of a narrow dirt path through a forest, with green and yellow leaves on the trees, that goes past a large, fallen tree on the right. Printed text at the bottom of the postcard identifies the area as part of Stanley Park in Vancouver, B.C. The other side of the postcard is blank except for postcard markings.
Date: 19uu
Partner: Howard Payne University Library
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