~ Circa 1912 postcard ~ I wish you all the best in 2012 ! ~
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Monday, December 19, 2011
Happy Holidays!
These two turn of the century postcards celebrated Christmas and the holiday season over a hundred years ago. The second one depicts what it is all about ........................... Family!
But the one thing that never changes is the enjoyment of family and friends. So during this Christmas season, I wish you and your families all the best and hope the New Year brings you all continued good health and success.
A lot has changed since then, some good, some bad.
But the one thing that never changes is the enjoyment of family and friends. So during this Christmas season, I wish you and your families all the best and hope the New Year brings you all continued good health and success.
Friday, December 16, 2011
On Board the UP
Here are some great 1950s postcards from The Union Pacific Railroad depicting interior views of some of their iconic streamlined "City" trains.
"Astra Dome" dining car on the "City of Los Angeles" Domeliner - Here's an unusual travel treat; the enjoyment of wonderful food, freshly prepared, while viewing the constantly changing scenery... the verdant valleys and rolling hills, palisades of vari-colored stone, and other typical western scenery.
The "City of Denver" Dining Car - When you board this sleek overnight Streanliner in Chicago or Denver, you're assured of a marvelous meal, graciously served, in the attractively appointed dining car. Traveling in Pullman or reserved Coach seat you arrive fully refreshed.
Pullman Rooms Offer Privacy and Comfort - You enjoy the comfort and facilities of a hotel room when you reserve sleeping car room space on Union Pacific trains. The touch of a button provides convenient "room service" by a thoughtful porter.
"Astra Dome" dining car on the "City of Los Angeles" Domeliner - Here's an unusual travel treat; the enjoyment of wonderful food, freshly prepared, while viewing the constantly changing scenery... the verdant valleys and rolling hills, palisades of vari-colored stone, and other typical western scenery.The "City of Denver" Dining Car - When you board this sleek overnight Streanliner in Chicago or Denver, you're assured of a marvelous meal, graciously served, in the attractively appointed dining car. Traveling in Pullman or reserved Coach seat you arrive fully refreshed.Pullman Rooms Offer Privacy and Comfort - You enjoy the comfort and facilities of a hotel room when you reserve sleeping car room space on Union Pacific trains. The touch of a button provides convenient "room service" by a thoughtful porter.
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Cruising Florida
Ocean Liners bring hundreds of sun seekers to Miami's eternal sunshine.
Miami is America's only combined air and sea world port.
Yacht passing through Drawbridge over Canal, Delray Beach
S.S. Florida - Havana Bound - Miami Florida
Palatial Cruise Ship leaving Miami Harbor
TAKE A BOAT RIDE - Conducted Scenic and Historical Cruise of St. Augustine Waterfront and beautiful Matanzas Bay, featuring 75 Points of Interest, aboard the 64 foot Pleasure-boat "Victoty II".Cruises start from Usina's Bay Street Dock near Fort, where Fares and Schedule may be found. Phone 1819-J or write Captain Francis E. Usina, Box 301, St. Augustine, Florida.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
70 Years Ago
December 7th, 1941, a date which will live in infamy, the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan ~ Franklin D. Roosevelt, President of the United States of America.
Destroyer USS Shaw exploding after her forward magazine was detonated - National Archives Photo.
Pearl Harbor, taken by surprise, during the Japanese aerial attack. The USS West Virginia aflame - National Archives Photo.
Three U.S. battleships are hit from the air during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. From left are: USS West Virginia, USS Tennessee, both damaged; and USS Arizona, sunk - U.S. Navy Photo.
Destroyer USS Shaw exploding after her forward magazine was detonated - National Archives Photo.Pearl Harbor, taken by surprise, during the Japanese aerial attack. The USS West Virginia aflame - National Archives Photo.Three U.S. battleships are hit from the air during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. From left are: USS West Virginia, USS Tennessee, both damaged; and USS Arizona, sunk - U.S. Navy Photo.
Friday, December 2, 2011
Beverly Hills 1950s
Beverly Drive - Beverly Hills, California - Famous for its exclusive shops, in the heart of this celebrated residential community surrounded by the City of Los Angeles.
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