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- Description:
- Color postcard depicting people fishing along the riverfront, south of the Ambassador Bridge. In the background are ships and the downtown skyline. Printed on verso: The Ambassador Bridge. The World's longest International Suspension bridge, linking Detroit, Michigan and Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Almost two miles long, it has five traffic lanes and an 8 ft. sidewalk for pedestrians. Detroit, in addition to being the 'World's Motor Capitol' also ranks as the second port in tonnage volume in the United States. The Detroit River is one of the world's busiest waterways. Fisherman enjoy the ever fascinating river panorama. Plastichrome® by Colourpicture Publishers, Inc. Boston 15, Mass., U.S.A., Pub. by the Hiawatha Card Co., P.O. Box 56, Ypsilanti, Mich., Color by Lucy Gridley
- Date Issued:
- 1950-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- One postcard entitled "Water Works Park, Detroit, Mich." The postcard shows a color image that depicts an elevated view of part of the park. A tree-lined walkway, a floral clock, and pedestrians can be seen in the foreground. Three stone towers can be seen in the background. Printed text on the verso gives details about the park and shows the number "158B."
- Date Issued:
- 1910-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Color postcard depicting a view of ships along the riverfront, with the Detroit River in the foreground and the downtown skyline in the background. The steamer OWANA is travelling down the river and flies seven flags. Handwritten message on verso, postmarked Oct 2, 1918.
- Date Issued:
- 1918-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- One postcard with the addressee's name shown in handwritten blue ink on the front, "Miss Madge C. Maybury, Detroit, Michigan, 24th Street one block south of Baker, % Capt. Geo. Burtchell." The message on the verso was handwritten in blue ink by Henry Maybury to his daughter, Madge [Margaret]. It reads "Tampa, 3-16-'87; Dear Madge, We recd. your letter and would answer only for the reason that we would be in D [Detroit] shortly after this postal. We will be in D April 1st or perhaps before, will telegraph Harry from Cincinnati. The weather is cool & delightful and all are well. We feel sorry that business compels us to return so soon. We will stay and bring you some change blossoms & roses. Hope you and brother are well, all are anxious to see you & him. Don't write any more after receiving this. Love to all, Pa."
- Date Issued:
- 1887-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Color postcard depicting an elevated view of Belle Isle. To the left is a floral American flag on the Cedar Mound, and to the right is bridge over a body of water with people canoeing. Printed on verso: Lagoon and Mound, Belle Isle, Detroit, Mich. This beautiful Park, owned by the City, is unsurpassed in the world. Among the many attractions are an Aquarium, Horticultural Gardens, Yacht and Boat Clubs, Beautiful Casinos, Picnic Grounds, miles of canals for boating, splendid roads for autos, band concerts, etc. Handwritten message on verso, postmarked Oct 6, 1921.
- Date Issued:
- 1921-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Black and white postcard depicting a model of a mill next to a water feature at the Midget City roadside attraction. "Pub. by American Greeting Publishing, Cleveland, Ohio." is printed along the center of the verso.
- Date Issued:
- 1939-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Color postcard depicting an elevated view of a crowd watching a figure skater on Belle Isle. Handwritten message on verso, postmarked Dec 10, 1908.
- Date Issued:
- 1908-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Color postcard depicting a crowd gathered for a concert at the Band Stand on a bridge over a canal on Belle Isle. People are seated along both shorelines and many canoes fill the canal. Printed on verso: Band Concerts are given at the city's expense during the summer afternoons and evenings. These concerts draw immense crowds, both shores being lined with pleasure seekers, while the graceful canoes throng the canal. Handwritten message on verso, postmarked Aug 1, 1909.
- Date Issued:
- 1909-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Color postcard depicting Campus Martius Park facing northeast. In view are the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument, Wayne County Building, Cadillac Square, Monroe Block and many pedestrians. Handwritten message on verso, postmarked Oct 11, 1907.
- Date Issued:
- 1907-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
- Description:
- Black and white photographic postcard depicting five images of Wyandotte. These include houses on residential streets, and commercial buildings on Biddle Avenue. Handwritten message on verso, postmarked Apr 28, 1911.
- Date Issued:
- 1911-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Detroit Historical Society
