The Post Card Shop | Postcard | Wisconsin Historical Society

Postcard

The Post Card Shop

The Post Card Shop | Postcard | Wisconsin Historical Society
Text on front reads: "The Post Card Shop, Wisconsin Dells, Wis." On the reverse : "The Post Card Shop is situated across from the boat docks. It is a convenient place to shop, write postcards or rest while watching the passing parade." View of the storefront, which is filled with postcards and other souvenirs. The building has three large openings and transom windows. There are Native American inspired motifs decorating the front. On each side are commercial buildings. Trees are in the background.
DESCRIPTION
Text on front reads: "The Post Card Shop, Wisconsin Dells, Wis." On the reverse : "The Post Card Shop is situated across from the boat docks. It is a convenient place to shop, write postcards or rest while watching the passing parade." View of the storefront, which is filled with postcards and other souvenirs. The building has three large openings and transom windows. There are Native American inspired motifs decorating the front. On each side are commercial buildings. Trees are in the background.
RECORD DETAILS
Image ID:151782
Creation Date: 1946
Creator Name:H.H. Bennett Studio
City:Wisconsin Dells
County:Columbia
State:Wisconsin
Collection Name:Wisconsin postcard collection, circa 1860s?-circa 1990s
Genre:Postcard
Original Format Type:prints, photomechanical
Original Format Number:PH 2744
Original Dimensions:5.5 x 3.5 inches
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Divided back. #6B-H2545. Genuine Curteich-Chicago "C.T. Art-Colortone" Post Card (Reg. U.S. Pat. Off.)
SUBJECTS
Decoration and ornament
Trees
Furniture
Central business districts
Streets
Signs and signboards
Cities and towns
Sidewalks
Outdoor photography
Display of merchandise
Storefronts
Lampposts

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