Mississippi Capitol Region

The Mississippi Capitol Region consists of Hazelhurst, Brandon, Anderson, Jackson, Clinton, Canton, Wesson, Tougaloo, and Crystal Springs.

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Hospital, Canton, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white illustration of a two story hospital in Canton, Mississippi. Tall pillar columns flank the entrance and tall, white brick columns flank the center of the building. Arched brick molding is above the three center windows on the second story. Trees and bushes are on the grounds surrounding the hospital. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the card.
Hospital, Canton, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white illustration of a two story hospital in Canton, Mississippi. Tall pillar columns flank the entrance and tall, white brick columns flank the center of the building. Arched brick molding is above the three center windows on the second story. Trees and bushes are on the grounds surrounding the hospital. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the card.
Hospital, Canton, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white illustration of a two story hospital in Canton, Mississippi. Tall pillar columns flank the entrance and tall, white brick columns flank the center of the building. Arched brick molding is above the three center windows on the second story. Trees and bushes are on the grounds surrounding the hospital. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the card.
Hotel Heidelburg, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of Hotel Heidelburg, a twelve story building with a "Hotel Heidelburg" sign on the rooftop, as seen among other buildings in the city. Trees and colorful rooftops can be seen in the distance. The title of the card is printed on the upper left of the image. "Hotel Heidelburg, Jackson, Mississippi: One of the South's finest. Located on Capitol Street." is printed in the upper left on the back of the card.
Images From Primos Restaurants, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features three black and white images from the dining rooms of Primos Restaurants in Jackson, Mississippi. The image in the top left is of the dining room of the Capitol Street location that was opposite the post office. Booths are on the left and a counter or bar with stools is on the right side of the dining room. The image in the top right is of the dining room of the Glass Kitchen located near the Sears Roebuck Company. The dining room features booths on the left side and a bar with stools and partial booths on the right. The image on the bottom is of the North State Street Location near the Baptist Hospital. Two rows of booths are on each side of the room and round tables with chairs are in the center of the dining room. The location of the restaurants are printed in the lower left corner of each image. The text printed on the back of the card advertises "Primos Restaurants are the most beautiful in Jackson, Miss. Food and service are excellent. Operated by A. Primos and Sons."
Insane Hospital, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the psychiatric hospital in Jackson, Mississippi, a white, two story building with six two story white columns along the front entrance, a cupola in the center of the roof. A grove of leafy green trees are depicted in the front lawn on either side of the sidewalk, partially obscuring the view of the building.
Institute for the Blind, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Institute for the Blind in Jackson, Mississippi, a three story red brick building with balconies on the second and third floor, a clock tower in the center, dormers across the roofline, multiple chimneys, and a tall set of stairs leading to the second floor entrance. Trees and a green lawn surround the building. The tile of the card is printed along the top left of the image.
Interior, State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Senate Chamber of the New Capitol shortly after it was completed and in use in 1903. The chamber includes several rows of small desks with chairs facing a platform. Arched details line the ceiling and the balcony areas. the title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the image.
Interior, State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Senate Chamber of the New Capitol shortly after it was completed and in use in 1903. The chamber includes several rows of small desks with chairs facing a platform. Arched details line the ceiling and the balcony areas. the title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the image.
Interior, State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Senate Chamber of the New Capitol shortly after it was completed and in use in 1903. The chamber includes several rows of small desks with chairs facing a platform. Arched details line the ceiling and the balcony areas. the title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the image.
Jackson Hotel Supply Co., Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of a white van with "Jackson Hotel Supply Co., Jackson, Miss. Restaurant Equipment and Supplies" painted on the side. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the card and includes the phone number for the company. A brief advertisement for the company is printed on the back of the card.
Jackson, Mississippi--Pearl River

This postcard features a color illustration of the Pearl River where it flows through Jackson, Mississippi. The river is flanked by thick trees with a small, cleared area on the bank at the foreground of the image. Two men are standing on the water's edge on the left side of the river and a platform is depicted on the cleared part on the right side of the river. The sky is a blend of pink and blue above the trees and the blue is reflected in the river's water. The title of the card is printed along the upper right edge of the image.
Jackson, Mississippi--Pearl River

This postcard features a black and white illustration of the Pearl River where it flows through Jackson, Mississippi. The river is flanked by thick trees with a small, cleared area on the bank at the foreground of the image. Two men are standing on the water's edge on the left side of the river and a platform is depicted on the cleared part on the right side of the river. Trees are reflected in the river's water. The title of the card is printed along the top edge of the image. The back of the card is addressed to H. E. Magee in Indiana. "This is the place I spend some of my Idle moments at A R A" [sic] is written on the left half of the card.
Jackson, Mississippi--Pearl River

This postcard features a black and white illustration of the Pearl River where it flows through Jackson, Mississippi. The river is flanked by thick trees with a small, cleared area on the bank at the foreground of the image. Two men are standing on the water's edge on the left side of the river and a platform is depicted on the cleared part on the right side of the river. Trees are reflected in the river's water. The title of the card is printed along the top edge of the image. The back of the card is addressed to H. E. Magee in Indiana. "This is the place I spend some of my Idle moments at A R A" [sic] is written on the left half of the card.
Jackson, Mississippi--Pearl River

This postcard features a black and white illustration of the Pearl River where it flows through Jackson, Mississippi. The river is flanked by thick trees with a small, cleared area on the bank at the foreground of the image. Two men are standing on the water's edge on the left side of the river and a platform is depicted on the cleared part on the right side of the river. Trees are reflected in the river's water. The title of the card is printed along the top edge of the image. The back of the card is addressed to H. E. Magee in Indiana. "This is the place I spend some of my Idle moments at A R A" [sic] is written on the left half of the card.
Livingston Park, Lake, and Bathing Beach, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of Livingston Park, Lake, and Bathing Beach in Jackson, Mississippi. People are depicted as swimming and boating in a body of water, lounging on the beach, or standing on the long pier. A set of slides is on the water's edge. A long, one story building with a rounded tower is next to the entrance of the building and the entrance is curved. A line of trees is depicted behind the building and houses are seen among the trees. The title of the card is printed at the top left of the image. The back of the card is damaged over the description of the park that was printed in the upper left.
Looking South on Union Street, Canton, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the commercial buildings on Union Street in Canton, Mississippi. The buildings are multilevel with most of them being three stories. The John McGrath and Sons. Co. building is in the foreground, a gray stone building with a balcony on the second floor. A horse drawn carriage is parked in front of the McGrath building. The title of the card is printed in red along the top left of the image. "Property of Nancy Grogan--Canto, MS-859-7275 Please Return" and "Traded to Sonny hill" is written across the top on the back of the card.
Lovers Bridge on Lake Chautauqua, Crystal Springs, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of Lovers Bridge on Lake Chautauqua in Crystal Springs, Mississippi. A man is standing next to a cabin looking toward the lake. Trees are behind the cabin and along shore of the lake near the bridge. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the image. The back of the card is addressed to Mr. Ted Price in Wesson, Mississippi.
Lovers Bridge on Lake Chautauqua, Crystal Springs, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of Lovers Bridge on Lake Chautauqua in Crystal Springs, Mississippi. A man is standing next to a cabin looking toward the lake. Trees are behind the cabin and along shore of the lake near the bridge. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the image. The back of the card is addressed to Mr. Ted Price in Wesson, Mississippi.
Lovers Bridge on Lake Chautauqua, Crystal Springs, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of Lovers Bridge on Lake Chautauqua in Crystal Springs, Mississippi. A man is standing next to a cabin looking toward the lake. Trees are behind the cabin and along shore of the lake near the bridge. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the image. The back of the card is addressed to Mr. Ted Price in Wesson, Mississippi.
Main Building, Mississippi State Insane Hospital, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the main building of the Mississippi State Insane Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi, a long, white, multi-level building with cupolas dotting the roof of each of the three taller sections that are visible in the image. Small bushes and trees are seen in front of the hospital and a line of trees are depicted on the far end of the building. The title of the card is printed along the top of the image.
Majestic Theatre, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of the Majestic Theatre in Jackson, Mississippi, a two story, Spanish style building with red clay roof shingles, dental molding along the roof line, and scalloped "towers" on each end. The windows and entrance are curved. The theatre is flanked on either side by other buildings, the F. W. Woolworth building being on the right. Kids on bicycles are in front of the marque window on the left and a man is standing on the sidewalk and facing the street. Street lamps with white globes are on the sidewalk on each end of the theatre. The title of the card is along the bottom left edge of the card. An inscription is written on the back of the card. [see transcription field]
Majestic Theatre, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of the Majestic Theatre in Jackson, Mississippi, a two story, Spanish style building with red clay roof shingles, dental molding along the roof line, and scalloped "towers" on each end. The windows and entrance are curved. The theatre is flanked on either side by other buildings, the F. W. Woolworth building being on the right. Kids on bicycles are in front of the marque window on the left and a man is standing on the sidewalk and facing the street. Street lamps with white globes are on the sidewalk on each end of the theatre. The title of the card is along the bottom left edge of the card. An inscription is written on the back of the card. [see transcription field]
Majestic Theatre, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of the Majestic Theatre in Jackson, Mississippi, a two story, Spanish style building with red clay roof shingles, dental molding along the roof line, and scalloped "towers" on each end. The windows and entrance are curved. The theatre is flanked on either side by other buildings, the F. W. Woolworth building being on the right. Kids on bicycles are in front of the marque window on the left and a man is standing on the sidewalk and facing the street. Street lamps with white globes are on the sidewalk on each end of the theatre. The title of the card is along the bottom left edge of the card. An inscription is written on the back of the card. [see transcription field]
Man Seated Among Typewriters at Chambers Office Supply in Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of a man in a dark suit seated a table reading a sheet of paper while tables of typewriters are on either side of him. A box with "Remington-Sholes" printed on the front is in the lower right of the image. Art and photographs hang on the wall and the shades are pulled down on the windows. The name of the store and it's location are written on the back of the card.
Man Seated Among Typewriters at Chambers Office Supply in Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of a man in a dark suit seated a table reading a sheet of paper while tables of typewriters are on either side of him. A box with "Remington-Sholes" printed on the front is in the lower right of the image. Art and photographs hang on the wall and the shades are pulled down on the windows. The name of the store and it's location are written on the back of the card.
Man Seated Among Typewriters at Chambers Office Supply in Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of a man in a dark suit seated a table reading a sheet of paper while tables of typewriters are on either side of him. A box with "Remington-Sholes" printed on the front is in the lower right of the image. Art and photographs hang on the wall and the shades are pulled down on the windows. The name of the store and it's location are written on the back of the card.
McNair Ice Cream Company, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of McNair Ice Cream Company, Jackson, Mississippi, a brick building with a "half" second story toward the front of the building. The entrance is two blue doors. The storefront includes four large windows, two on each side of the doors and flowers and small bushes line the front of the building. A tall sign for McNair's is in front near the sidewalk. The title of the card is printed along the bottom of the card. There are some random numbers written on the back of the card. The card is self addressed to McNair Ice Cream Company and an order "form" is on the left side of the card.
Men in Front of the Chambers Typewriter Headquarters of Chambers Office Supply, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features two men in suits and bowler hats standing in front of the Chambers Typewriter Headquarters storefront. The sign for the storefront is seen behind them and they appear to be looking at and talking about something in the man on the right's hand. "Chambers Office Supply" with the location is written on the back of the card.
Men in Front of the Chambers Typewriter Headquarters of Chambers Office Supply, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features two men in suits and bowler hats standing in front of the Chambers Typewriter Headquarters storefront. The sign for the storefront is seen behind them and they appear to be looking at and talking about something in the man on the right's hand. "Chambers Office Supply" with the location is written on the back of the card.
Men in Front of the Chambers Typewriter Headquarters of Chambers Office Supply, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features two men in suits and bowler hats standing in front of the Chambers Typewriter Headquarters storefront. The sign for the storefront is seen behind them and they appear to be looking at and talking about something in the man on the right's hand. "Chambers Office Supply" with the location is written on the back of the card.
Merchants Bank, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Merchants Bank in Jackson, Mississippi, a six story building with arched windows on the bottom and fifth floors. People are depicted as standing on the sidewalk outside the bank. The title of the card is printed in the upper right of the card. The back of the postcard is addressed to Mr. J. S. Calvert in New Orleans, Louisiana in care of Western Union Tel. Co. The card is postmarked Jackson, Miss. though the date is not readable. A green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed crookedly in the upper right corner.
Merchants Bank, Jackson, Mississippi

This undated black and white photograph features the Merchant's Bank in Jackson, Mississippi, a six story gray brick building with arched windows on the first and fifth stories. Electric powerline poles are pictured on either side of the street corner in front of the building and people are pictured on the sidewalk. The identity of the photo is printed on the upper right corner in red with the word "Griswold's" stamped in blue ink above it. An inscription is written across the top of the card in the "sky" of the photograph. {see transcription field]
Methodist Parsonage, Gallman, Mississippi

This postcard features a sepia toned image of the Methodist parsonage in Gallman, Mississippi, a small, white, clapboard house with a long front porch and six small porch columns along the porch. One tree stands in the front yard and another tree stands the right. bushes are to the left and a picket fence is on either side of the house while a wood and wire fence runs at the sidewalk in front of the house. The title of the card is written sideways along the left edge of the card.
Millsaps College, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of a building at Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi. The building is a three story structure with a tower in the center. The entrance is brick archways and two trees flank the corners of the building. A United States flag flies from the top of the tower. Sidewalks run in front of and up to the entrances to the building. The title is printed along the upper left of the image.
Mississippi Cotton and Woolen Mills Business Card

This business card features a blue illustration of a sailboat with full sails on the open water. "Compliments of Mississippi Cotton and Woolen Mills, Wesson, Miss. H. C Caulkins--Agent" is printed at the top of the card. "E. Richardson, President, W. M. Oliver, Sec. and Treas." is printed along the top of the back of the card with "Mississippi Mills, Wesson, Mississippi Manufacturers of Cassimeres, Tweeds, Cotton Warp Yarn, Sewing Thread, Drilling, Doeskins, Jeans, Cottonades, Sheeting, Checks, Plaids, Linseys, Cotton Rope, Osnaburgs, Shirting, Towels, H. C. Caulkins, Gen. Ag't" printed below.
Mississippi Cotton and Woolen Mills Business Card

This business card features a blue illustration of a sailboat with full sails on the open water. "Compliments of Mississippi Cotton and Woolen Mills, Wesson, Miss. H. C Caulkins--Agent" is printed at the top of the card. "E. Richardson, President, W. M. Oliver, Sec. and Treas." is printed along the top of the back of the card with "Mississippi Mills, Wesson, Mississippi Manufacturers of Cassimeres, Tweeds, Cotton Warp Yarn, Sewing Thread, Drilling, Doeskins, Jeans, Cottonades, Sheeting, Checks, Plaids, Linseys, Cotton Rope, Osnaburgs, Shirting, Towels, H. C. Caulkins, Gen. Ag't" printed below.
Mississippi Cotton and Woolen Mills Business Card

This business card features a blue illustration of a sailboat with full sails on the open water. "Compliments of Mississippi Cotton and Woolen Mills, Wesson, Miss. H. C Caulkins--Agent" is printed at the top of the card. "E. Richardson, President, W. M. Oliver, Sec. and Treas." is printed along the top of the back of the card with "Mississippi Mills, Wesson, Mississippi Manufacturers of Cassimeres, Tweeds, Cotton Warp Yarn, Sewing Thread, Drilling, Doeskins, Jeans, Cottonades, Sheeting, Checks, Plaids, Linseys, Cotton Rope, Osnaburgs, Shirting, Towels, H. C. Caulkins, Gen. Ag't" printed below.
Mississippi Manufacturing Company Manufacturers of all Kinds Boxes, Crystal Springs, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Mississippi Manufacturing Company the factory which made boxes to ship agricultural products. Scattered lumber , a water tower, and multiple buildings and smoke stacks are pictured. Originally named Young and Rhymes Box Factory, Cotton Gin, and Feed Mill, by 1893 had been renamed the Mississippi Manufacturing Company. This business appears to have operated until the late 1920s and should not be confused with the Mississippi Manufacturing Company, later renamed the Mississippi Mills, which was erected in 1866 at Wesson, Mississippi The title of the card is printed in red in the upper left of the image.
Mississippi Manufacturing Company Manufacturers of all Kinds Boxes, Crystal Springs, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Mississippi Manufacturing Company the factory which made boxes to ship agricultural products. Scattered lumber , a water tower, and multiple buildings and smoke stacks are pictured. Originally named Young and Rhymes Box Factory, Cotton Gin, and Feed Mill, by 1893 had been renamed the Mississippi Manufacturing Company. This business appears to have operated until the late 1920s and should not be confused with the Mississippi Manufacturing Company, later renamed the Mississippi Mills, which was erected in 1866 at Wesson, Mississippi The title of the card is printed in red in the upper left of the image.
Mississippi Manufacturing Company Manufacturers of all Kinds Boxes, Crystal Springs, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Mississippi Manufacturing Company the factory which made boxes to ship agricultural products. Scattered lumber , a water tower, and multiple buildings and smoke stacks are pictured. Originally named Young and Rhymes Box Factory, Cotton Gin, and Feed Mill, by 1893 had been renamed the Mississippi Manufacturing Company. This business appears to have operated until the late 1920s and should not be confused with the Mississippi Manufacturing Company, later renamed the Mississippi Mills, which was erected in 1866 at Wesson, Mississippi The title of the card is printed in red in the upper left of the image.
Mississippi Mills, Wesson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Mississippi Mills at Wesson, Mississippi, a long, five story, red brick building with to towers, one on the left corner and one near the center of the building. A white or gray building with a tower is seen to the right of the mill. Trees and a long driveway are pictured in the foreground. The title of the card is printed along the top left of the image. An inscription is written sideways on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]
New Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of the new Capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi, a white, four story building with a large dome in the center of the roof and six, two story columns across the front entrance. A sidewalk leads up to the building with green lawn on either side. The title of the card is printed in the upper left of the image.
New Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of the new Capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi, a white, four story building with a large dome in the center of the roof and six, two story columns across the front entrance. A sidewalk leads up to the building with green lawn on either side. The title of the card is printed the bottom left edge of the card. The publisher is printed along the bottom right edge.
New Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of the new Capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi, a white, four story building with a large dome in the center of the roof and six, two story columns across the front entrance. A sidewalk leads up to the building with green lawn on either side. The title of the card is printed the bottom left edge of the card. The publisher is printed along the bottom right edge.
New Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of the new Capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi, a white, four story building with a large dome in the center of the roof and six, two story columns across the front entrance. A sidewalk leads up to the building with green lawn on either side. The title of the card is printed the bottom left edge of the card. The publisher is printed along the bottom right edge.
North State Street, Looking South, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of North State Street in Jackson. Street car tracks run through the center of the road and houses and trees are on either side. One car is parked on the right side of the street. The title of the card is printed along the bottom left edge of the card.
North State Street, Looking South, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of North State Street in Jackson. Street car tracks run through the center of the road and houses and trees are on either side. One car is parked on the right side of the street. The title of the card is printed along the bottom left edge of the card.
North State Street, Looking South, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of North State Street in Jackson. Street car tracks run through the center of the road and houses and trees are on either side. One car is parked on the right side of the street. The title of the card is printed along the bottom left edge of the card.
Old Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a pale color illustration of the Old Capitol Building in Jackson, Mississippi. The old state capitol building features a done with a cupola and six columns across the front. Trees are depicted in front of the building. "Emile" is written in pencil beside the dome of the building. "Kiss Geo for me [?] to Ma Fitzgerald" is written along the bottom of the image. The title of the card is printed in the upper left of the image. The back of the postcard is addressed to Mrs. E. F. Borre in Chicago, Illinois. The card is postmarked Jackson, Miss., October 2, thought the year is not readable. A green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner.
Old Ladies Home, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard feature a color illustration of the Old Ladies Home in Jackson, Mississippi, a two story, red brick building with white columns, trim, and railings. Bushes, trees, and sidewalks are on the grounds in front of the building. Chartered in 1902, constructed in 1908, the Old Ladies Home was long a Jackson landmark. This hand-colored image reveals structural additions to the original building. In 1902 Samuel Livingston gave 2 acres between Livingston Park and Cedarlawn Cemetery for the site of the Old Ladies Home. The women of Mississippi raised the money, and the building was completed in 1908. It was a magnificent 2-story brick building lighted by electricity, immediately on the street car line, and accommodating 40 aged women. Additions were made through the years to house more ladies, but by 1987 the Home was found unsafe and the residents moved elsewhere. The building was razed in 1991. The title of the card is printed in red along the upper edge of the image.
Old Ladies Home, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard feature a color illustration of the Old Ladies Home in Jackson, Mississippi, a two story, red brick building with white columns, trim, and railings. Bushes, trees, and sidewalks are on the grounds in front of the building. Chartered in 1902, constructed in 1908, the Old Ladies Home was long a Jackson landmark. This hand-colored image reveals structural additions to the original building. In 1902 Samuel Livingston gave 2 acres between Livingston Park and Cedarlawn Cemetery for the site of the Old Ladies Home. The women of Mississippi raised the money, and the building was completed in 1908. It was a magnificent 2-story brick building lighted by electricity, immediately on the street car line, and accommodating 40 aged women. Additions were made through the years to house more ladies, but by 1987 the Home was found unsafe and the residents moved elsewhere. The building was razed in 1991. The title of the card is printed in red along the upper edge of the image.
Old Ladies Home, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard feature a color illustration of the Old Ladies Home in Jackson, Mississippi, a two story, red brick building with white columns, trim, and railings. Bushes, trees, and sidewalks are on the grounds in front of the building. Chartered in 1902, constructed in 1908, the Old Ladies Home was long a Jackson landmark. This hand-colored image reveals structural additions to the original building. In 1902 Samuel Livingston gave 2 acres between Livingston Park and Cedarlawn Cemetery for the site of the Old Ladies Home. The women of Mississippi raised the money, and the building was completed in 1908. It was a magnificent 2-story brick building lighted by electricity, immediately on the street car line, and accommodating 40 aged women. Additions were made through the years to house more ladies, but by 1987 the Home was found unsafe and the residents moved elsewhere. The building was razed in 1991. The title of the card is printed in red along the upper edge of the image.
Panoramic View of Jackson, Mississippi

This undated black and white illustration features a "panoramic" view of Jackson Mississippi with significant buildings grouped together in one scene, including the state capitol building. The title of the illustration is printed at the top of the image.
Peace Street, Canton, Mississippi

This postcard features a blue toned image of a house on Peace Street in Canton, Mississippi. The house, a two story farmhouse style home, is located on the right side of the street. Trees line the street just past the house and utility poles line the right side of the street. The title of the card is printed along the bottom left of the image. The back of the card is addressed to Mrs. R. G. Frost in Ferguson, Missouri. The postmark is too smudged to read and a green, one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner. An inscription is written sideways on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]
Pearl River, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the bridge over Pearl River in Jackson, Mississippi. Trees are seen behind and on the right end of the bridge. The title of the card is printed in the upper right edge of the card. The publisher is printed sideways on the lower right. The back of the card is addressed to Miss. L. Duling in Nashville, Mississippi. The date on the postmark for Jackson, Mississippi is faded and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner. An inscription is written sideways on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]
Pearl River, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the bridge over Pearl River in Jackson, Mississippi. Trees are seen behind and on the right end of the bridge. The title of the card is printed in the upper right edge of the card. The publisher is printed sideways on the lower right. The back of the card is addressed to Miss. L. Duling in Nashville, Mississippi. The date on the postmark for Jackson, Mississippi is faded and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner. An inscription is written sideways on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]
Pearl River, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the bridge over Pearl River in Jackson, Mississippi. Trees are seen behind and on the right end of the bridge. The title of the card is printed in the upper right edge of the card. The publisher is printed sideways on the lower right. The back of the card is addressed to Miss. L. Duling in Nashville, Mississippi. The date on the postmark for Jackson, Mississippi is faded and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner. An inscription is written sideways on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]
Piney Woods School, Florence, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the school buildings at the Piney Woods School campus. The top image, according to the card "On the left side the new fireproof dormitory for girls. On the right the boys dormitory. Between the two buildings is the ruins of the dining room and domestic science building lost in fire." The bottom image, according to the card, "Community house where our visitors are entertained. Academic building "Goodwill Hall". Both images contain images of two story buildings set among sidewalks and trees. The back of the card contains the following paragraph on the bottom left, "how to help Piney Woods School; Money in any amount--even one dollar is helpful--for current express. Used clothing and shoes for our young men and women who are working their way. An academic scholarship of $100.00 or an industrial scholarship of $50.00, or $8.00 a month will give a boy or girl the opportunity of entering school here. Mail address: Piney Woods School, Piney Woods, Miss. Express and Freight: Piney Woods School, Florence, Mississippi. Laurence C. Jones, Founder and Principal, Piney Woods, Miss."
Piney Woods School, Florence, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the school buildings at the Piney Woods School campus. The top image, according to the card "On the left side the new fireproof dormitory for girls. On the right the boys dormitory. Between the two buildings is the ruins of the dining room and domestic science building lost in fire." The bottom image, according to the card, "Community house where our visitors are entertained. Academic building "Goodwill Hall". Both images contain images of two story buildings set among sidewalks and trees. The back of the card contains the following paragraph on the bottom left, "how to help Piney Woods School; Money in any amount--even one dollar is helpful--for current express. Used clothing and shoes for our young men and women who are working their way. An academic scholarship of $100.00 or an industrial scholarship of $50.00, or $8.00 a month will give a boy or girl the opportunity of entering school here. Mail address: Piney Woods School, Piney Woods, Miss. Express and Freight: Piney Woods School, Florence, Mississippi. Laurence C. Jones, Founder and Principal, Piney Woods, Miss."
Piney Woods School, Florence, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the school buildings at the Piney Woods School campus. The top image, according to the card "On the left side the new fireproof dormitory for girls. On the right the boys dormitory. Between the two buildings is the ruins of the dining room and domestic science building lost in fire." The bottom image, according to the card, "Community house where our visitors are entertained. Academic building "Goodwill Hall". Both images contain images of two story buildings set among sidewalks and trees. The back of the card contains the following paragraph on the bottom left, "how to help Piney Woods School; Money in any amount--even one dollar is helpful--for current express. Used clothing and shoes for our young men and women who are working their way. An academic scholarship of $100.00 or an industrial scholarship of $50.00, or $8.00 a month will give a boy or girl the opportunity of entering school here. Mail address: Piney Woods School, Piney Woods, Miss. Express and Freight: Piney Woods School, Florence, Mississippi. Laurence C. Jones, Founder and Principal, Piney Woods, Miss."
Post Office and St. Andrew's Church, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a sepia toned image of the post office and St. Andrew's Church in Jackson, Mississippi. The post office is a three story building with four white columns at the entrance and arched windows. St. Andrew's Church is a white, two story, Gothic style building with a tower on the right corner and arched windows. Trees and electric power line poles line both sides of the street and the back of a horse and buggy are seen on the street just before the post office. "Eyrich and Co., Jackson, Miss." the publisher, is both written and typed on the lower left of the image. "St. Andrew's Church just beyond the post office" is written in blue ink along the bottom of the card. The back of the card is addressed to Miss Orena Duling in Jackson, Mississippi. The card is postmarked Jackson, Mississippi, though the date is not readable. A green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner.
Post Office, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the five story post office in Jackson, Mississippi. The building is square with street lamps on either end of the front entrance. "United States Post Office and Court House" is engraved across the front of the building between the fourth and fifth stories. The title of the image is printed on the top right of the image.
Post Office, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the five story post office in Jackson, Mississippi. The building is square with street lamps on either end of the front entrance. "United States Post Office and Court House" is engraved across the front of the building between the fourth and fifth stories. The title of the image is printed on the top right of the image. A brief description of Jackson is printed on the upper left of the back of the card and reads "Jackson, the capitol city of the state, and the county seat of Hinds County, was named in honor of General Andrew Jackson. It is located on the Pearl River, 45 miles east of Vicksburg, in a productive cotton section and not far distant is the long-leaf pine region."
Ring Size Card, Rombach Brothers, Leading Jewelers, Canton, Mississippi

This ring size card for Rombach Brothers Jewelers in Canton, Mississippi, bears an illustration of a woman's hand reaching into a jewelry box with blue flowers illustrated around it. The back of the ring size card includes instructions on how to use the card and monthly birthstones. The back of the card also notes "We always have a full assortment of plain and fancy Rings."
Rucker Gardens, Canton, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the Rucker Gardens in Canton, Mississippi. The garden consists of flower beds, hedges, trees, a swing and a small bridge. The title of the card is printed in the upper right edge of the card. A paragraph describing the garden is printed in the upper left on the back of the card and reads "One of the most beautiful spots in Canton. It covers approximately two acres and contains a great variety of rare and old fashioned flowers."
Rucker Gardens, Canton, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the Rucker Gardens in Canton, Mississippi. The garden consists of flower beds, hedges, trees, a swing and a small bridge. The title of the card is printed in the upper right edge of the card. A paragraph describing the garden is printed in the upper left on the back of the card and reads "One of the most beautiful spots in Canton. It covers approximately two acres and contains a great variety of rare and old fashioned flowers."
Rucker Gardens, Canton, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the Rucker Gardens in Canton, Mississippi. The garden consists of flower beds, hedges, trees, a swing and a small bridge. The title of the card is printed in the upper right edge of the card. A paragraph describing the garden is printed in the upper left on the back of the card and reads "One of the most beautiful spots in Canton. It covers approximately two acres and contains a great variety of rare and old fashioned flowers."
Rucker Home, Canton, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the Rucker home, a two story house with a three story tower in the center. Located in Canton, Mississippi, the front yard of the house is enclosed in a wrought iron fence. Bushes and trees surround the house. The title of the card is printed along the top right edge of the card. A paragraph about the house is printed in the upper left on the back of the card and reads "This beautiful home was built in 1828 by Colonel Mack Fulton. The descendants are still living in it. It has never been changed or remodeled. The boxwood hedge seen on either side of the walk leading to the front entrance was planted in 1834."
Rucker Home, Canton, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the Rucker home, a two story house with a three story tower in the center. Located in Canton, Mississippi, the front yard of the house is enclosed in a wrought iron fence. Bushes and trees surround the house. The title of the card is printed along the top right edge of the card. A paragraph about the house is printed in the upper left on the back of the card and reads "This beautiful home was built in 1828 by Colonel Mack Fulton. The descendants are still living in it. It has never been changed or remodeled. The boxwood hedge seen on either side of the walk leading to the front entrance was planted in 1834."
Rucker Home, Canton, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the Rucker home, a two story house with a three story tower in the center. Located in Canton, Mississippi, the front yard of the house is enclosed in a wrought iron fence. Bushes and trees surround the house. The title of the card is printed along the top right edge of the card. A paragraph about the house is printed in the upper left on the back of the card and reads "This beautiful home was built in 1828 by Colonel Mack Fulton. The descendants are still living in it. It has never been changed or remodeled. The boxwood hedge seen on either side of the walk leading to the front entrance was planted in 1834."
School House, Canton, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the two story, red brick school house in Canton, Mississippi. The school house has arched windows and a balcony on the second story and a cupola in the center of the roof. Other buildings can be seen on the right edge of the image and some tree limbs are in the upper corners of the image. The title of the card is printed in the upper right of the image. The back of the card is addressed to Miss F. Ripley in San Antonio, Texas. The card is postmarked Canton, Miss., though the date is not visible. A green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner. An inscription is written sideways on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]
Senate Chamber, State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the interior view of the Senate Chamber in the State Capitol in Jackson, Mississippi. There are four visible rows of double seating tables and chairs in a red tone facing a white rostrum. The back wall behind the rostrum appears to be white marble with gray veining set against three arched windows. A clock is set inside the top of the marble. Marble pillars are on either side of the room.. The dental molding at the ceiling is visible above the back wall. the title of the card is printed in red ink along the bottom left of the card.
Sheraton Motor Inn, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features three color images of the Sheraton Motor Inn. The image on the left is an interior view of the lobby, showing a gold couch and curtains, a tapestry hung on the stone wall, a wooden coffee table, and a woman and a man standing in front of the window. The top right image is an exterior view of the covered portico in front of Paul's Northside Restaurant, a stone building with stone pillars at the portico. An "S" surrounded by laurel leaves is in the upper left corner of the image. The bottom image features the inn's pool with the three story hotel building seen behind it. People are seen swimming in the in-ground pool and yellow lounge chairs are gathered around it. The back of the card identifies the location and provides the following information: "A year-round, resort-type atmosphere, with beautiful shrubs and flowering plants, well-manicured daily to provide lush green foliage at every corner. Two swimming pools; Spacious Bedrooms; Deluxe Executive Suites; Restaurant; Pyramid Lounge; Airport Limousine Service; Meeting facilities for up to 450."
S. H. Kress and Co. Store, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the S. H. Kress and Co. Store located on Capital Street in Jackson, Mississippi, a three story building with a window storefront and a sign for the store is lettered above the windows. Other buildings are to the left and view of the Old State Capitol can be seen at the end of the street. Many Jackson postcards were made and sold by this store. People can be seen on the sidewalk in front of the buildings. The title of the card is printed on the upper left of the image.
S. H. Kress and Co. Store, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the S. H. Kress and Co. Store located on Capital Street in Jackson, Mississippi, a three story building with a window storefront and a sign for the store is lettered above the windows. Other buildings are to the left and view of the Old State Capitol can be seen at the end of the street. Many Jackson postcards were made and sold by this store. People can be seen on the sidewalk in front of the buildings. The title of the card is printed on the upper left of the image.
S. H. Kress and Co. Store, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the S. H. Kress and Co. Store located on Capital Street in Jackson, Mississippi, a three story building with a window storefront and a sign for the store is lettered above the windows. Other buildings are to the left and view of the Old State Capitol can be seen at the end of the street. Many Jackson postcards were made and sold by this store. People can be seen on the sidewalk in front of the buildings. The title of the card is printed on the upper left of the image.
Smith Park, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of Smith Park in Jackson, Mississippi, a green space with several trees and sidewalks that surround it. The title of the card is printed sideways on the right edge of the card. The back of the postcard is damaged.
Standard Life Insurance Company Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Standard Life Insurance Company Building in Jackson, Mississippi, a seven story building with a large sign on the roof that reads "Standard Life". Trees are in the grassy lawn in front of the building and colorful flowers are depicted lining each side of the sidewalks that lead to the building. A brief paragraph on the history of Jackson, Mississippi is printed in the upper left on the back of the card and it reads "In 1821 the state legislature ratified the selection of the site as the state capital, named it Jackson in honor of Andrew Jackson, and moved the state government here in 1822. The city played an important part during the War between the states and especially before and after the siege of Vicksburg."
State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of the new Capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi, a white, four story building with a large dome in the center of the roof and six, two story columns across the front entrance. An orange shield with an eagle inside is in the upper right corner of the image. The title of the card is printed along the bottom left of the card.
State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of the new Capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi, a white, four story building with a large dome in the center of the roof and six, two story columns across the front entrance. An orange shield with an eagle inside is in the upper right corner of the image. The title of the card is printed along the bottom left of the card.
State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of the new Capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi, a white, four story building with a large dome in the center of the roof and six, two story columns across the front entrance. An orange shield with an eagle inside is in the upper right corner of the image. The title of the card is printed along the bottom left of the card.
State Insane Asylum, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the State Insane Asylum in Jackson, Mississippi. The two story, multi-section building, has a cupola and white columns on the section in the foreground. The rest of the building is mostly obscured by a line of trees. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the card. In 1900 the Mississippi State Lunatic Asylum changed its name to the Mississippi State Insane Hospital. In 1926 the word “Insane” was removed from the hospital’s name and by 1935 the hospital moved to Whitfield.
State Insane Asylum, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the State Insane Asylum in Jackson, Mississippi. The two story, multi-section building, has a cupola and white columns on the section in the foreground. The rest of the building is mostly obscured by a line of trees. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the card. In 1900 the Mississippi State Lunatic Asylum changed its name to the Mississippi State Insane Hospital. In 1926 the word “Insane” was removed from the hospital’s name and by 1935 the hospital moved to Whitfield.
State Insane Asylum, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of the State Insane Asylum in Jackson, Mississippi. The two story, multi-section building, has a cupola and white columns on the section in the foreground. The rest of the building is mostly obscured by a line of trees. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the card. In 1900 the Mississippi State Lunatic Asylum changed its name to the Mississippi State Insane Hospital. In 1926 the word “Insane” was removed from the hospital’s name and by 1935 the hospital moved to Whitfield.
Street Scene, Canton, Mississippi

This postcard features a black and white image of a street scene in Canton, Mississippi that shows commercial building and utility poles on either side of the street and horse drawn carriages and wagons driving down the street. People are also seen walking on the sidewalks in front of the buildings. The title of the card is printed in the lower left of the card and the publisher's name is printed in the lower right corner of the card.
The Mansion and Ballard Hall, Tougaloo University, Tougaloo, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of the Mansion and Ballard Hall on the Tougaloo University campus in Tougaloo, Mississippi. The Mansion is a three story building with a long front porch with thick columns on either side of the steps and on the ends. A short railing runs across the top of the front porch roof. Dental molding lines the second and third story roofs. Ballard Hall, a two story building, is seen to the left of the Mansion. Trees partially obscure both buildings and are also on the lawn in front of them. The title of the card is printed in the upper left of the image.
The Mississippi State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Mississippi State Capitol building, a long, four story building with a large dome in the center and two lower domes on each end. Trees and people are depicted at the sidewalk in front of the building and a horse drawn carriage is depicted on the street. An image of the Seal of the State of Mississippi is drawn in red and blue in the upper right of the image. "Oilett" is written in the lower right corner of the image and the title of the card is printed sideways along the right edge of the card. A brief description or history of the state is printed on the back in the upper left corner. The description reads "The State Capitol of Mississippi is located in the city of Jackson. The state has an area of 46,810 square miles, and was admitted to the Union in 1817. The floral Emblem of the State is the magnolia. Mississippi takes its name form the Mississippi River, an Indian word signifying the "union of many streams."
The Mississippi State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Mississippi State Capitol building, a long, four story building with a large dome in the center and two lower domes on each end. Trees and people are depicted at the sidewalk in front of the building and a horse drawn carriage is depicted on the street. An image of the Seal of the State of Mississippi is drawn in red and blue in the upper right of the image. "Oilett" is written in the lower right corner of the image and the title of the card is printed sideways along the right edge of the card. A brief description or history of the state is printed on the back in the upper left corner. The description reads "The State Capitol of Mississippi is located in the city of Jackson. The state has an area of 46,810 square miles, and was admitted to the Union in 1817. The floral Emblem of the State is the magnolia. Mississippi takes its name form the Mississippi River, an Indian word signifying the "union of many streams."
The Mississippi State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Mississippi State Capitol building, a long, four story building with a large dome in the center and two lower domes on each end. Trees and people are depicted at the sidewalk in front of the building and a horse drawn carriage is depicted on the street. An image of the Seal of the State of Mississippi is drawn in red and blue in the upper right of the image. "Oilett" is written in the lower right corner of the image and the title of the card is printed sideways along the right edge of the card. A brief description or history of the state is printed on the back in the upper left corner. The description reads "The State Capitol of Mississippi is located in the city of Jackson. The state has an area of 46,810 square miles, and was admitted to the Union in 1817. The floral Emblem of the State is the magnolia. Mississippi takes its name form the Mississippi River, an Indian word signifying the "union of many streams."
The New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This undated black and white photograph features an image of the Mississippi State Capitol Building in Jackson, Mississippi. The building is a large, three story structure with tall columns across the front entrance and at the ends and sides of the building. A tall dome with an eagle at the top rises from the center of the building. An old state flag flies near the entrance and trees and bushes line the landscape. The title of the image is printed within a white text box at the bottom right of the image.
The Spinning Wheel Restaurant, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features two black and white images of the Spinning Wheel, a restaurant in Jackson, Mississippi. The image in the upper left corner depicts the statue of a Black woman in a dress and apron with the sign "Minnie Bell: Good Food" near the side of the road. The large image shows the exterior of the restaurant, a white, mid-century modern style restaurant with the sign across the top of it that reads "Restaurant Curb Service" and a large sign on top of the building that has the image of a spinning wheel in the center and the wording "Steaks Chicken Restaurant Fine Foods" around the spinning wheel image. A paragraph advertising the restaurant is printed in the upper left on the back of the card that reads "The Spinning Wheel--A Modern Restaurant 16 1/2 miles South of Jackson, Miss., on Hi-Way 51. Mural Paintings in the Dining Room, Showing Scenes of the Old South. Make Dining Here a Delightful Experience."
The War Memorial Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the War Memorial Building in Jackson, Mississippi, a two-story square flat-roofed limestone block building in classic art deco style. The facade has a wide central opening leading into a central courtyard. The opening is supported by square columns with stylized capitals embellished with faces. Statues of various soldiers are to the right of the columns. "Peace Shall Come to Those Who Strive for Peace" is carved into the stone above the columns. The title of the photograph is printed in a text box at the bottom of the image.
Union Station and Capitol Street, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color image of Union Station and Capitol Street in Jackson, Mississippi. Commercial buildings are on either side of the street, the streetcar is in the middle of the street with horse drawn carriages are on either side. Utility poles are at the sidewalks on either side of the street. The title of the card is printed along the top edge of the image.
View of Old Capitol, Looking East from President Street, Taking in Kress Store, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of President Street with a view of the Old Capitol's dome and pillars at the end of it. Commercial buildings are seen on the right side of the street with Kress Store's sign visible, advertising it as a 5-10 and 25 cent store. People are depicted on the sidewalk in front of the Kress Store and a horse drawn carriage is seen toward the end of the street. The title of the card is printed along the top of the image.
Wilson Memorial Bridge, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Wilson Memorial Bridge over Pearl River in Jackson, Mississippi at what appears to be sunset. A bright orange and blue sky is seen behind the bridge and reflected in the water. Brightly colored flowers are on the riverbank on either side of the river. Wilson Memorial Bridge is also known as the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.
Wilson Memorial Bridge, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Wilson Memorial Bridge over Pearl River in Jackson, Mississippi at what appears to be sunset. A bright orange and blue sky is seen behind the bridge and reflected in the water. Brightly colored flowers are on the riverbank on either side of the river. Wilson Memorial Bridge is also known as the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.
Wilson Memorial Bridge, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge in Jackson, Mississippi, an open-spandrel concrete arch bridge over the Pearl River. It was built in 1925 and is a Mississippi Landmark. Tees are seen behind the bridge and water and grass to the right. The title of the card is printed in the upper left of the image.
Wilson Memorial Bridge, Jackson, Mississippi

This postcard features a color illustration of the Wilson Memorial Bridge over Pearl River in Jackson, Mississippi at what appears to be sunset. A bright orange and blue sky is seen behind the bridge and reflected in the water. Brightly colored flowers are on the riverbank on either side of the river. Wilson Memorial Bridge is also known as the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.
Residences on North State Street, Jackson, Mississippi--Back of the Postcard

This color postcard feature a row of large white houses of mixed architectural styles. A paved sidewalk runs along the front of the houses. The title in the upper left reads "Residences on North State Street, Jackson. Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides the publisher information as well as indication for correspondence, address, and postage stamp placement.

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