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  City Hall at Night, West Point, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of the West Point, Mississippi City Hall depicted at night, after dark. The city hall building is a two story building with a clock tower in the center of the roof. The windows of the building are depicted as being lit from inside and the buildings attached to the city hall are also depicted as being lit from inside. Two people and a dog are depicted in the grassy area to the right of the city hall building. The title of the card is printed in the lower left edge of the image. The back of the postcard is addressed to Mr. W. F. Reuther in Bowling Green, Kentucky and an inscription is written on the left half of the card. There is no postmark or postage stamp.

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  Cotton Compress, Columbus, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of a yard of multiple rows of compressed cotton bales with buildings and a smoke stack emitting dark smoke in the background. Men can be seen standing among the rows of cotton bales. The title of the card is printed along the bottom left edge of the card and the publisher is printed along the right edge of the card.

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  Courthouse, Starkville, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of the Oktibbeha County Courthouse in Starkville, Mississippi, a two story, red brick building with a dome shaped clock tower and a gabled roof. Four, two story, white columns flank the entrance and aside entrance on the left of the building has a one story column on each side of the door.. A small fence encloses the courthouse and a hook style lamp post is in front of the courthouse. The title of the card is printed in the upper left of the image and pink and green florals on a yellow background are illustrated on each end of the card. The back of the card is addressed to Mrs. William Folnoble in Newport, New York. A brief inscription on the upper left of the card reads "Very warm here 94 in the shade" [sic] and "Charles M." is signed at the bottom center of the card. The card is postmarked Starkville, Miss., May 31 and a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp is placed in the upper right.

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  Cutting Alfalfa Near West Point, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of two men driving horse drawn farm equipment to cut alfalfa in a large field near West Point, Mississippi. A third man is depicted as being seated on horseback observing the two men working. The title of the card is printed along the top left of the image. "84" is written in the middle of the left side on the back of the card.

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  East Mississippi Insane Hospital, Meridian, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of the East Mississippi Insane Hospital in Meridian, a three story, red brick building with a outset portion in the center that includes a tower and the entrance. A sidewalk leads to the building with a circular flowerbed that it wraps around near the building. Trees, bushes, and flowers are depicted in the yard in front of the hospital. The title of the card is printed in the upper left of the image.

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  East Mississippi Insane Hospital, Meridian, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of an angled view of the East Mississippi Insane Hospital in Meridian, a three story, red brick building with a outset portion in the center that includes a tower and the entrance. Trees, bushes, and flowers are depicted in the yard in front of the hospital. The title of the card is printed in the upper left of the image.

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  Employees Annual Picnic, Quitman, Mississippi

  This postcard features multiple cars of the Mobile and Ohio Railroad taking these employees on their annual picnic. Several umbrellas are seen protecting the families from the sun. The name "Mobile and Ohio" is painted on the side of the first railroad car and white banners are hanging on the middle three cars. Trees are seen on the left side of the railroad. The title of the card is printed along the bottom left of the card.

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  Little Willie Finger

  This sepia toned portrait is of a baby with curly hair wearing a white dress and posted on a fur blanket. The child is identified as Little Willy Finger in the inscription beneath the portrait. The photography studio, Garner and Co. Artistic Portraits Columbus and Oxford, Miss., is printed below the inscription. The back of the portrait advertises the photography studio's services and identifies the manager as J. W. Garner.

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  Macon, Mississippi, Presbyterian Church

  This postcard features a black and white image of the Presbyterian Church in Macon, Mississippi, an angular building with arched windows and a tower with a sphere or steeple on top. A wood fence is seen on the right with a small tree and the edge of a taller tree is seen on the left edge of the image. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the image.

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  Man in a Covered Wagon Pulled by a Donkey

  This undated black and white photograph features an older man in a white shirt, dark pants, and suspenders seated in a small covered wagon that has "Relic of Old 49" printed on the side of the cover. The wagon is hitched o a donkey and is parked in across the street from a white, clapboard house. "Jim Pruitt Studio Starkville, Miss." is printed on the back of the photograph. The top left corner and a small part of the center of the photo are torn.

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  Market Street Looking North from College, Columbus, Mississippi

  This undated black and white photograph features Market Street in Columbus, Mississippi looking north. Buildings line the street on either side and horse drawn carriages and wagons are on the street or parked near the sidewalks. People are seen gathered o the sidewalks. The title of the photograph is typed in blue ink across the top of the photograph. "Salesman Sample Mint Condition" is written in pencil on the back of the photograph.

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  New Dormitory and Mess Hall, A. and M. College, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of a dormitory and mess hall, possibly Old Main, at Mississippi A and M College, currently Mississippi State University. The dorm is a four story building with outset corners and arched brickwork above the windows on the top floor. A tree and bushes are in front of the building. The title of the card is printed on the upper left of the image.

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  Portrait of a Young Boy

  This undated black and white photograph features a portrait of a young boy wearing a dark suit with a wide white shirt collar and a cravat. The pants on the suit are short and he is wearing dark lace up boots. The boy is standing on a rock ledge with his arm resting on top of a tall rock. Other outdoor imagery is beside and behind him. The photographer and photography studio is named on the pink back of the card the photo is printed on.

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  Scene on Campus Industrial Institute and College (I. I. and C.), Columbus, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of a scene of buildings and trees on the Industrial Institute and College campus in Columbus, Mississippi. The primary view in the scene is a three story, white building with a wide porch that has four white columns. A building is on either side of the center building. Trees and a black metal fence are pictured in front of the buildings. The title of the card is printed in red on the upper left of the image.

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  Scene on Luxapalila Creek, Columbus, Mississippi

  This undated black and white photograph features a scene on the Luxapalila Creek in Columbus, Mississippi. The scene shows a small waterfall on the creek in the right corner and trees on either side of the creek bank. The title of the photograph is typed across the top of the photo, though the creek's name is misspelled as "Luxapolila".

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  United States Post Office, Columbus, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of the United States Post Office at Columbus, Mississippi, a building with a curved front entrance, striped awnings above the windows, and decorative rail trim along the roof line. "Post Office" is engraved into the trim above the door. Two men are seen standing on the entrance steps and three men are pictured standing off to the side of the steps. The title of the card is printed in the upper right of the image and the publisher's name is printed in the lower right of the image.

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  South Market Street, Columbus, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a dirt street lined with trees, buildings, and horse drawn wagons. The title along the top of the card reads "South Market Street, Columbus, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for correspondence, address, and postage stamp placement.

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  Stucky's Candy Shoppe, Meridian, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a store with an angled roof and a portico with signs for "Stuckey's Pecan Shoppe across the top. A sign near the door features an image of a half an orange advertising "Fresh Juice" and a sign on the side of the building advertises "Welcome Drive-in Sandwiches". Other buildings and a "Texaco" sign are in the distance on the left. The title at the bottom of the card reads "Stuckey's Candy Shoppe--Meridian, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for postage stamp placement.

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  First Methodist Church, West Point, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a gothic style church with a tower on the right corner entrance and a shorter tower on the left corner entrance. Arched stained glass windows are throughout. People are on the entrance steps and trees are beside and behind the church. The title in the upper right reads "First Methodist Church, West Point, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Trebloc, Mississippi, November 16, 1948. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Margaret Lavender in Fernbank, Alabama.

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  Municipal Swimming Pool, West Point, Mississippi

  This black and white picture postcard features a crowd of people gathered around an in-ground swimming pool with several poles lining the pool. People are swimming in the pool and some people standing on the two different levels of the diving platform. The United States flag flies from a flagpole on the right. Buildings are to the right and the distant left of the pool. The title in the upper right reads "Municipal Swimming Pool, West Point, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked West Point, Mississippi, September 9, 1946. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Gwendolyn Harrington in Des Moines, Iowa.

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  Agricultural Engineering Building, Mississippi State College, State College, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features A long two story brick building with two four story towers with United States flags on top. The lower floor of the building is covered in ivy vines. The title in the upper right reads "Agricultural Engineering Building, Mississippi State College, State College, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Starkville, Mississippi, May 5, 1945. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Mrs. Minnie Smith in Tuscola, Illinois.

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  Service Club Building After a Fire, Key Field, Meridian, Mississippi

  This black and white photograph features what is left of the Service Club building the morning after the fire. The building is destroyed with only a chimney and small portions of the exterior wall on the back left and along the front. Power lines and pole are in the foreground of the photo. The back of the photograph identifies the date, time, and location of the photograph.

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  Service Club Building on Fire at Night, Key Field, Meridian, Mississippi

  This black and white photograph features a night view of a two story building with a long front porch on fire. Flames and smoke are billowing from the windows and roof of the building and smoke is filling the night sky. A tree and a power line pole are facing the front of the building. The back of the photograph identifies the time, date, building, and location of the photograph

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  Main Dormitory, Mississippi State College, State College, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of the main dormitory, commonly referred to now as Old Main, at Mississippi State College (Mississippi State University). The dormitory is a large, four story, red brick building with two entrances visible in the illustration. The front entrance features six tall white columns across the front and the side entrance features gray stone and an arched door. Green grass and a sidewalk are depicted in front of the building. A handwritten note reading "We have a corner room, 3rd floor with 6 big windows. Right here" with an arrow drawn to a group of windows on the third floor. The title of the card is printed on the back of the card and the card is addressed to Mrs. C. V. Andrews in El Paso, Texas. The card is postmarked State College, Miss., March 4, 1943 and the postage is designated as "free". An inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription]

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  Hotel E. F. Young Jr., Meridian, Mississippi

  This color picture postcard features a two story hotel. The awnings on the second story windows have "y" on them. The large sign on the right corner of the building "Hotel E. F. Young Jr. Young's Barber and Beauty Shop" and the sign over the entrance reads "Hotel E. F. Young, Jr." The title along the bottom of the card reads "Hotel E. F. Young Jr. Meridian Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a "Genuine photograph" postcard and provides indication for address and postage stamp placement. The description in the upper left of the card reads "One of America's Finest Hostelries Hotel E. F. Young, Jr. 500 25th Avenue Meridian, Mississippi."

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  Alexandra Hotel, Columbus, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a three story hotel with a yellow bottom floor and a red top floor. A sign for "Alexandra Hotel is across the top of the building and above the entrance. A banner on the right side of the card reads "Parking Lot Free" and the title across the top of the card reads "Hotel Alexandra, Columbus, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for postage stamp placement. The description in the upper left reads "We are stopping at The Alexandra Hotel Columbus, Miss. Rates $2.00 to $5.00. Modern--Fireproof--Air-Conditioned--Steam Heated--Free Parking Lot. Coffee Shop in Connection."

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  Macon High School, Macon, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a large three story building with a tall tower in the center. The entrance and the tower windows are arched and two chimneys are visible on the left side of the roof. Early twentieth century cars are parked in front of the building and a tree is seen to the left. The title along the bottom reads "Macon High School, Macon, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for correspondence and address placement. The card is postmarked Macon, Mississippi, October 3, 1929. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Mr. Delmer Parmeter in Chateaugay New York.

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  Webster County Agricultural High School Sophomore Class of 1926 Portrait

  This black and white photograph features two rows of twenty-six teenagers posing for a portrait in front of a brick building with four windows. The first row of girls are seated in wooden chairs and the row of boys and two girls on the end of the row are standing behind them. A description of the photo is handwritten in the lower right corner of the photograph. The bottom left corner of the photo is damaged.

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  First Methodist Church, West Point, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a gothic style church with a tower at the left entrance. Arched windows are throughout the front facade and a shorter tower is at the left entrance. People are depicted on the steps and sidewalk. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for postage stamp placement.

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  Henry Clay Hotel, West Point, Miss., Built Entirely by People of West Point

  This black and white postcard features a large four story corner building with a flat flying from the roof, an awning over the front entrance, and people standing on the sidewalk in front. An early twentieth century car is parked on the street in front of the building. The title across the top reads "Henry Clay Hotel. West Point, Miss., Built Entirely by People of West Point." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for postage stamp placement.

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  Judson College, Marion, Alabama

  This color postcard features a long three story building with arched columns and trim along the front an a tower in the center. A flag is flying on a pole on top of the tower. Trees are in front of the building. The title in the upper right corner identifies the building as "Judson College, Marion, Alabama (Founded 1838)". The back of the postcard dentifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for postage stamp placement.

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  President's Residence, Mississippi A. And M. College

  This postcard features a color illustration of a Victorian style two story house with a turret on the left side of the house and front porch that wraps around to the side. Several bare trees are in the yard in front of the house and one leafy tree is to the left. The title of the card is printed along the top of the image. The back of the postcard is addressed to Ira Ward in Semmes, Alabama. The card postmarked ACR Cultural College, Miss., March 26, 1920 and a green, one cent George Washington postage stamp is in the upper right corner. An inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  The Gilmer Hotel, Columbus, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a large red brick four story hotel with green molding on the siding above the first floor. A sign for "Hotel Gilmer" protrudes from the center of the front facade and a sign in the shape of a coffee cup that reads "Coffee Shop" protrudes from the area above the first floor on the left corner of the building. The building next door bares a sign for "Western Union." The title in the upper left reads "The Gilmer Hotel, Columbus, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides artist information as well as indication for postage stamp placement. Advertisement information in the upper left reads "The Gilmer Hotel Columbus, Mississippi An Institution Old in Tradition, but New in Appointments. Located on Main Street U. S. Highways 82-45--State Highways 12-69 J. O. Slaughter, Vice-Pres. Mgr." Text at the bottom left edge invites "Visit Our Duncan Hines Approved Coffee Shop and Gardenia Room."

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  Southern Christian College, West Point, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a three story building with a tower in the center. The building is partially obscured by trees. The title in the top center identifies the building as "Southern Christian College, West Point, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard. Two green one cent postage stamps are placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Herkimer, New York, July 31, 1918. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Mrs. Soulier in Syracuse, New York.

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  Church Street, Forest, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a dirt street with at least two visible churches, one at the forefront of the image and the other in the distance further down the street. The church in the forefront has a tall tower at the front entrance and shorter, rounded tower beside it. A house is pictures to the right of the prominent church. A circular tower is in the center of the roofline. Wooden planks placed over the ditches to get one from the sidewalk to the dirt road are visible in front of the buildings. The title in the upper left reads "Church Street, Forest, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for correspondence and address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right and the postcard is postmarked Forest, Mississippi, August 22, 1917. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Maude Parker in Birds, Illinois.

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  Hamilton's Lake, Meridian Mississippi, People Walking and Canoeing

  This color postcard features two people walking along the path beside a lake, a person in a canoe on the lake, and a white house on pilings over the water. Trees surround the lake area. The title in the upper left corner identifies the locations as "Hamilton's Lake, Meridian, Miss." Ink from a postmark is visible in the upper part of the image. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, August 25, 1917. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Kenia Kennedy in Montrose, Mississippi. There is some slight damage across the top portion making the inscription difficult to read in places and is also present on the upper portion of the postage stamp.

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  Man and Woman in a Corn Field, Oktoc, Mississippi

  This black and white picture postcard features a man and woman in early twentieth century clothing standing in front of a corn field. The woman is giving the man, who appears to be a Home Demonstration agent, an agricultural creation of hers or a Home Demonstration project in wooden baskets. Boxes are on the ground at their feet and a house can be seen to the left of the corn field. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for correspondence, address, and postage stamp placement. A date, name, and location are inscribed.

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  The Dancing Pavilion at Lake Park, Columbus, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a round structure with a pitched roof topped by a cupola or bell tower. The structure is lined with a white railing, white posts, and a wide set of steps. Benches and trees are in front of the structure and people are seen leaning on the railing, standing on the steps, and walking on the grounds. The title beneath the image reads "The Dancing Pavilion at Lake Park, Columbus, Miss." The publisher is named in the lower left corner of the image. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for correspondence and address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right and the card is postmarked Lorange, Louisiana, October 26, 1917. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Mrs. Blanch Peebles in Darlington, Indiana.

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  Matty Hersee Hospital, Meridian, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a large white building with a wraparound porch and a cupola in the center of the roof. The building sits atop a hill and a set of white steps leads up the hill from the sidewalk. Trees are in front of the building, partially obscuring it. The title along the top left reads "Matty Hersee Hospital, Meridian, Miss." A date is handwritten in the upper right corner. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for correspondence and address placement. A green once cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, December 7, 1916. the card is inscribed and the date is written above the postmarked, as well as, above the postage stamp. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Mamie Etheredge in Montgomery, Alabama.

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  Temple Beth Israel, Jewish Temple, Meridian, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a large three story brick building with tall white columns along the front entrance and a dome in the center of the roof. The Star of David is on the gable of the side of the building. Sidewalks run along the side and front. The title in the upper left of the card identifies the building as "Temple Beth Israel, Jewish Temple, Meridian, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for correspondence and address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, February 29, 1916. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Mrs. R. F. Pierce in Hickory, Mississippi.

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  22nd Avenue, Looking South, Meridian, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a street with buildings on either side and a large five story building at the far end. A water tower can be seen behind the far building. On the right is Doughties Furniture. Early twentieth century cars are parked on the left side of the street and people are on the sidewalks. The title in the top center reads "22nd Avenue, Looking South, Meridian, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, February 9, 1914. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Anna Collins in Eddystone, Pennsylvania.

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  Cotton Yards, Eupora, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of the cotton yards in Eupora, Mississippi. Multiple bales of cotton are seen covering a wide expanse of yard with a building, a church and trees seen behind them. The title is printed at the bottom edge of the image. The back of the postcard is addressed to Miss Holly Libhart in Marietta, Pennsylvania. The card is postmarked Eupora, Miss., July 6, 1914 and a green, one cent San Francisco postage stamp is placed upside down in the upper right corner. An inscription is written sideways on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  Noxubee County Court House, and Confederate Monument, Macon, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of the Noxubee County Courthouse and the Confederate monument in Macon, Mississippi. The courthouse is depicted as a dark brick structure with a turret corner on the right and a domed clock tower in the center of the red shingled roof. Leafy green trees on the left end of the building partially obscure it and a Confederate soldier's monument stands facing away from the building on the right with trees depicted behind it. The title of the card is printed in the upper left corner of the image. The publisher's name is printed in the lower left corner. The inscription "My Dear Louise Greetings with Lots of Good Wishes From your Husband Frank Macon Miss. 2/27/14" [sic] is written across the back of the postcard.

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  On the Road from the Prairies to Columbus, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a scene of a horse drawn carriage with a man standing beside it in the middle of a dirt road. A scenic body of water surrounded by trees is on the right side of the road. The trees are reflected on the water. The title in the upper right corner reads "On the Road from the Prairies to Columbus, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for correspondence and address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Montgomery and Artesia R. P. O., August 20, 1914. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Ahna Kennedy in Cambria, Virginia.

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  Citizen's Compress Co., 12,000 Bales of Cotton, Meridian, Mississippi

  This color postcard features bales of cotton under a covered area outside. The wood posts of the structure are visible throughout. The title along the bottom right identifies the image as "Citizens Compress Co. (Showing 12,000 Bales of Cotton) Meridian, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for correspondence and address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, June 25, 1913. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Mr. G. W. Furbay in Carlington, Ohio.

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  Tombigbee River High Water Mark, April 12, 1892, Columbus, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a group of people in early twentieth century clothing standing on a bridge or pier. Trees and a bridge are seen in the distance. The title along the top of the card reads "Tombigbee River High Water Mark, April 12, 1892, Columbus, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Columbus, Mississippi, June 4, 1913. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Mrs. N. L. Eldert in Atlanta, Georgia.

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  High School Building, Newton, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of a yellow and gray, three story High School in Newton, Mississippi. A set of steps lead up to the second floor entrance of the building and a third floor balcony is above the entrance. Two trees in front of the building partially obscure portions of it. The title of the card is printed in the upper left corner of the image. The back of the card is addressed to Mrs. John Allen in Danville, Illinois. The card is postmarked Newton, Miss., August 4, 1912 and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner. An inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  J. H. Harris Mercantile Company, Chunky, Mississippi

  This black and white picture postcard features J. H. Harris Mercantile Company, with yoked oxen at cotton time in 1912, featuring many of the citizens of this small town. John Henry Harris was a prominent Newton County merchant. "J. H. Harris" is handwritten across the top of the mercantile. The mercantile is a white building with two arched roof elevations and "J. H. Harris" lettered across the front facade of the building. A house is to the right of the mercantile and trees are on the right edge of the image. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Chunky, Mississippi, June 6, 1912. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Mr. Larkin Walker in Newton, Mississippi.

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  Masonic Temple, Columbus, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of the Masonic Temple in Columbus, Mississippi, a three story building with a tower on the left front corner and arched windows in the middle of the third story. A horse drawn carriage is in front of the temple and people are pictured standing on the sidewalk in front of the temple. A small, two story building with arched first floor windows stands the right of the temple. The title of the card is printed in the upper right of the image. The publisher's name is printed in the lower left corner of the image. The back of the card is addressed to Mr. G. W. Johnson in Sparta, Georgia. A green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed sideways in the upper right corner. A inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  First Baptist Church, Columbus, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a church with a bell tower capped by a steeple. The steeple is surrounded by smaller steeples on the corners. The front of the church has a large arched window and a smaller building sits to the right of the church. Trees partially obscure the left half of the church. The title in the upper right corner identifies the church as "Columbus, Miss. First Baptist Church." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard, printed in Germany as part of the PCK series and provides import information as well as indication for correspondence, address, and postage stamp placement. The postage stamp has been removed. The card is postmarked Columbus, Mississippi, August 13, 1911. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Travie Livingston in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

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  First Methodist Church, Meridian, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of the First Methodist Church in Meridian, Mississippi, a two story building with a bell tower with a tall steeple, arched stained glass windows, and tees in front. An inscription is written sideways on the left side of the image and the title of the card is printed in the upper left of the image. The back of the image is addressed to Miss Isora E. Arnold in Port Treverton, Pennsylvania. The card is postmarked Meridian, Miss., June 8, 1911 and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is in the upper right corner. An inscription is written sideways on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  First Presbyterian Church and Manse, West Point, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of the First Presbyterian Church and Manse in West Point, Mississippi. The church, on the left, features a bell tower at the entrance, arched stained glass windows. The manse, or minister's residence, is a two story house with a rounded front porch and a small second story balcony. A sidewalk in front connects the church and manse. "Fannie Haine" is written in the upper right of the image. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the card. The back of the postcard is addressed to Mrs. W. V. Baily in Delavan, Illinois. The card is postmarked West Point, Miss., May 27, 1911 and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is in the upper right corner. An inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  Southern Christian College, West Point, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a three story building with a tower in the center at the entrance. Trees partially obscure the view of the building. The title along the bottom of the card identifies the building as "Southern Christian College, West Point, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked twice. The first postmark is for West Point, Mississippi, January 9, 1911 and the second postmark is for Booneville, Mississippi, January 1911. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Margaret Hurt in Booneville, Mississippi.

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  22nd Avenue Residential Section, Meridian, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a residential street with trees, utility poles, and houses on each side of the street. The title along the upper left reads "22nd Avenue Residential Section, Meridian, Miss." The back of the postcard has a green one cent postage stamp in the upper right corner. The card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, June 20, 1910. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Sellers in Groesbeck, Texas.

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  Administration Building, Meridian Female College, Meridian, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a sprawling building with a rotunda and cupola in the center of the roof. A sidewalk lined with trees and bushes leads to the building and trees dot the area in front of the building. The title along the bottom of the card reads "Administration Building, Meridian Female College, Meridian, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for address and postage stamp placement.

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  A Residence, Meridian, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a three story Arts and Crafts or Craftsman style house with three fully visible chimneys, two pitched elevations on the right and left end and a pitched third floor dormer. The front yard features two large bushes flanking the front walkway. The title in the upper left reads "A Residence, Meridian, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for correspondence and address placement. The upper right corner is damaged where the postage stamp was removed. The card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, October 3, 1910. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Mame Bergey in Telford, Pennsylvania.

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  Reneau Hall, M. S. C. W., Columbus, Mississippi

  This black and white photograph features a large three story building with white columns across the front entrance. Threes are in front of the building. The title along the top of the card identifies the building as "Reneau Hall, M. S. C. W., Columbus, Miss."

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  Columbus, Mississippi City Hall

  This postcard features a black and white image of the Columbus Mississippi City Hall. The building is a white stone or brick two story structure with arched windows on the first floor and a small balcony beneath the center window on the second story. People are seen standing on the front steps and the sidewalk in front of the building. An inscription is written across the top of the image. The back of the postcard is addressed to Miss Gladys McGeorge in Baltimore, Maryland, though the Baltimore address has been marked through and Columbus, Mississippi is written to the side of it. The card is postmarked twice: Columbus, Miss. June 3, 1909 and Baltimore, Maryland, June 9, 1909. A green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner of the card. An inscription is written sideways on the left side of the card. [see transcription field]

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  Convalescent Cottages at Hospital for Insane, Meridian, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of the Convalescent cottages at the mental health hospital in Meridian, Mississippi. The cottage on the left is a three story, red brick structure. Other red brick structures are partially obscured by leafy green trees. The title of the card is printed along the bottom of the image. The back of the postcard is addressed to Prof. A. G. West in San Antonio, Texas. The card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, June 17, 1909 and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner of the card. An inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  First Baptist Church, Columbus, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of the First Baptist Church in Columbus, Mississippi. The church is depicted as a two story brick building with four white columns across the front porch and a five section white and red steeple. A fence surrounds the side of the church with trees within the fenced portion of the yard. A sidewalk and trees line the front of the church. The title of the card is printed along the top right of the image. The back of the postcard is addressed to Miss Glady's McGeorge in Baltimore, Maryland. The card is postmarked Columbus, Miss., April 3, 1909. An inscription is written sideways on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  Greetings from West Point, Mississippi

  This postcard features color illustrations of five scenes from West Point, Mississippi set within the depiction of a purple flower with a woman in the center. The images are, from left top clockwise, Court Street, New public school building, Hotel Holt, Confederate Monument, and Main Street. The title of the card is printed in the bottom right corner of the card. The back of the postcard is addressed to Miss Carrie Foster in Birmingham, Alabama. The card is double postmarked for West Point, Miss. and Birmingham, Ala. on top of each other, dated July 1909. A green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner of the card. The card is inscribed on the left half. [see transcription field]

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  Hotel Macon, Macon, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of the three story Hotel Macon in Macon, Mississippi. The hotel features ornate porch columns and balcony railings. The two wide dormers on the roof feature ornate moldings and rails. Men are pictured standing in the yard and on the porch of the hotel and young trees appear to be supported by wood crate structures. The title of the card is printed beneath the bottom edge of the image. The back of the card is addressed to Mrs. Alice Jaquays in Pellstor, Michigan. The card is postmarked Macon, Miss. March 3, 1909 and the top half of a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner of the card. An inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  Lauderdale County Court House, Meridian, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a large two story brick building with a cupola topped dome in the center of the roof. White columns line the front entrance. The title along the bottom identifies the building as "Lauderdale County Court House" and "Meridian, Miss." is in the upper right corner. An inscription is handwritten along the right edge of the card. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, July 9, 1909. The card is addressed to Miss Annie Marshall Wilson in Mobile, Alabama.

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  Lynch School, West Point, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of Lynch School in West Point, Mississippi, a two story brick building with arched windows and doorways, dormer windows on the roof, and a tower in the front. Utility poles are seen a the sidewalk in front of the school and smaller building is seen to the left. The title of the card is printed in the bottom left of the image and copyright date and info is printed in the bottom right.

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  Meridian, Miss., 5th Street, Looking East

  This color postcard features a street with buildings on either side, horse drawn buggies and people walking the sidewalks. The title along the top identifies the area as "Meridian, Miss., 5th St., looking East." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for communication and address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed sideways in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, May 9, 1909. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Varsity Club in Youngstown, Ohio.

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  Multilevel House, Columbus, Mississippi

  This postcard features a sepia toned photograph of a multilevel house surrounded by trees. The windows of the house have decorative lattice and there is a left entrance and a front entrance, both with a short set of steps leading the landing or porch. The back of the postcard is addressed to Mrs. George J. Moery in North Haven, Connecticut. The card is postmarked Columbus, Miss., February 23, 1909 and a green, once cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner of the card. An inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  Music Hall at Industrial Institute and College, Columbus, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a three story reddish brown brick building with six columns along the front entrance, dental molding along and railing detail along the porch roof line. The front elevation is peaked in the center. People are seen walking in front of the front steps of the building. The title in the upper left identifies the building as "Music Hall at I. I. and C. Columbus, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for correspondence and address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Columbus, Mississippi, October 1, 1907. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Jessie Johnson in Clinton, Mississippi.

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  Twenty-second Avenue Looking North, Meridian, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a muddy street lined with trees, utility poles, and large Victorian homes. A large Victorian home is at the end of the street. The title along the top of the postcard reads "22nd Avenue, Looking North, Meridian, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication correspondence and address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, July 27, 1909. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Mrs. Fk Sherfy in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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  22nd Avenue, Looking South, Meridian, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a street with buildings on either side and a large five story building at the far end. A water tower can be seen behind the far building. On the right is Threefoot Brothers and Company, Wholesale Grocers, Cotton Buyers, and Exporters. Horse drawn carriages are on the street and people are on the sidewalks. The title in the upper right reads "22nd Avenue, Looking South, Meridian, Miss." An inscription is handwritten across the center of the image. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked three times. The first postmark is Meridian, Mississippi, August 4, 1908. The second postmark is Chattanooga, Tennessee, August 8, 1908. The third postmark is illegible. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Emily Hajos in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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  AJ and Jack, a Photograph Postcard

  This picture postcard features a black and white image of an older man in a dark suit and tie seated on an ornate bench while holding a small child who is wearing a white dress or christening gown. "AJ and Jack" is written in blue ink below the image. The back of the card is addressed to Miss Ethel E. Peck in Los Angeles, California. The card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, January 4, 1908 and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner. An inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  Belvirino College, West Point, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a large three story building with a tower. The building is partially obscured by trees. The title in the upper left identifies the building as "Belvirino College, West Point, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked twice. The first postmark is for West Point, Mississippi, October 26, 1908 and the second postmark is for Hammett, Indiana, October 28, 1908. the card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Mandi Osborn in Hamlet, Indiana.

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  Dining Room, Hotel Gilmer, Columbus, Mississippi

  This color postcard features the dining room of a restaurant. A wide green carpet separates the dining room tables. The tables are dressed with white tablecloths. Two men in black suits and ties are standing on either side of the dining room. A small table with flowers stands near the front of the room on the green carpet. The title in the lower right identifies the scene as "Dining Room, Hotel Gilmer, Columbus, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed sideways in the upper right and the card is postmarked Birmingham Nashville R. P. O. TR12 22, 1908. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Mrs. [?] Stennack in Macon, Georgia.

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  Fifth Street looking West, Meridian, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a street with buildings on either side. The ink from the postmark on the back has bled through on the right. "S. R." is written in the top center. The title on the top right reads "15703--Fifth Street looking West, Meridian, Miss." An inscription is handwritten in the white space on the right edge of the card beneath the title. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, August 17, 1908. The card is addressed to Mrs. J. T. Price in Ironston, Alabama.

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  First Baptist Church, West Point, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a church with a steepled tower on the left corner. A row of trees partially obscures the view of the church. The title along the top of the card identifies the church as "First Baptist Church, West Point, Miss." The lines of a postmark are visible in the upper left but postmark information isn't visible. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for correspondence and address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed upside down in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Starkville, Mississippi, August 13, 1908. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss. Margaret Mosely in West Point, Mississippi.

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  Hotel Gilmer, Columbus, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a four story hotel with a tall, wide entrance in the middle. Horse drawn carriages are in front of the hotel. The title in the bottom center reads "Hotel Gilmer, Columbus, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides artist information as well as indication for address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked "Montgomery and Artesia R. P. O, October 14, 1908. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Bessie Strickland in Coffeeville, Kansas.

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  Lobby, Meridian Hotel, Meridian, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of the interior lobby of the Meridian Hotel in Meridian, Mississippi. A row of three dark chairs are pushed against a dark paneled wall and the bottom of a staircase is to the right of the chairs. The check-in desk is behind the staircase. The title of the card is beneath the bottom edge of the image. The back of the postcard is addressed to Miss Lydia Wright in Attalla, Alabama. The card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, June 26, 1908 and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner of the card. An inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  Mississippi Industrial Institute and College, Main Dormitories, Columbus, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a series of large gothic buildings with towers, turrets on the corners of each building. Bare trees are in front of the buildings. The title along the bottom of the card identifies the location as "Mississippi Industrial Institute and College, Main Dormitories, Columbus, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for correspondence and address placement. The postage stamp is missing from the indicated place in the upper right corner. The card is postmarked Caledonia, Mississippi, January 29, 1908. A second postmark is illegible. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Capt. B. B. L. Merrill in Norfolk, Virginia.

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  The Columbus Insurance and Banking Co. 1852-1908 Columbus, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of the six story Columbus Insurance and Banking Co. building in Columbus, Mississippi. The title of the card is beneath the bottom edge of the image. The back of the card is addressed to Mr. Leo Stern in Montgomery, Alabama. The card is postmarked Columbus, Miss., July 20, 1908 and a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner of the card. An inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  Three Images of Buildings at Meridian Woman's College, Meridian, Mississippi

  This color postcard features three images of three buildings on the Meridian Woman's College Campus. The top left image features the Administration Building that is touted by a title on the left edge as "The Largest Private College in the South." and a title in the upper right of the image reads "Safe Home for Girls." The top right image features the Club Home, a white three story building with a pitched roof and a dormer in the center. The bottom center image features Conservatory of Music, Meridian, Miss., a three story Spanish style building with ornate curves along the roofline. A title beneath the image touts the building as "The Largest Conservatory of Music in the South" and urges to "Write for Catalog." And inscription is handwritten along the top, the left edge, and surrounding the bottom image. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for correspondence and address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, March 2, 1908. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Mr. C Dugan in Yellow Pine Louisiana.

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  Tombigbee Riverboat Landing at Columbus, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a large riverboat on the water. The riverboat bares the name "Vienna" and consists of multiple levels, six smoke stacks, and a tower. People are gathered on the riverbank near the boat. Trees are behind it. The title in the upper left reads "Tombigbee River Boat Landing in Columbus, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Columbus, Mississippi, September 2, 1908. A logo for "Litho-Chrome" is in the upper left corner. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Miss Emily Hayas in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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  Union Passenger Station, Meridian, Mississippi

  This color postcard features a crowded concourse of people in front of a sprawling white building. A tower with a flat flying from it is in the center of the building. The title along the top of the card reads "10862--Union Passenger Station, Meridian, Miss." The date, Jan. 6-08, is inscribed in the upper right corner. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides publisher information as well as indication for correspondence and address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed upside down in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian and [?], April 6, 1909.

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  View, White House, Mississippi I. I. and C., (Industrial Institute and College) Columbus, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of the buildings and grounds of the Industrial Institute and College in Columbus, Mississippi. the edge of a multistory building is seen on the left edge of the image, a white building is seen behind a thick stand of trees in the center of the image, and bushes and trees are seen on the left side of the image. The title of the card is printed in the upper left of the image. The back of the card is addressed to Miss Annie Tate Jenkins in Crystal Springs, Mississippi. The card is postmarked twice: Columbus, Miss., January 21, 1908 and Crystal Springs, Miss., January 22, 1908. A green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner of the card. An inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  8th Street Looking West, Meridian, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a street with streetcar tracks running down the center. Trees and buildings line the side of the street and people are standing near the trees on the left and a woman in a white dress and hat is standing near the trees on the right. The photographer is listed in the lower left of the image and the title along the bottom identifies the scene as "8th Street Looking West, Meridian, Miss." A mostly illegible transcription is written along the top and bottom of the image and card. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, July 16, 1907. The card is addressed to Miss Annie Marshall Wilson in Mobile, Alabama.

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  Charles Scott, The Farmer's Candidate for the Governor of Mississippi on his Horse-Back Ride through the State

  This black and white postcard features a man in dark clothes and a hat on horseback. The title along the bottom of the card identifies the images as "Chas. Scott, The Farmer’s Candidate for the Governor of Mississippi on his Horse-Back Ride through the State." A postmark for Union, Mississippi, June 27, 1907 is in the upper left of the card. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for correspondence, postmark, address, and postage stamp placement. The card does not have a postage stamp. The card is postmarked twice. The first postmark is in the space marked for postmarks, Meridian, Mississippi, June 24, 1907 and the second postmark is on the left side of the card for Battlefield, Mississippi June, 26, 1907. The card is inscribed and is addressed to A. J. Lee in Lauderdale County, Mississippi.

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  Conservatory of Music, Meridian Female College, Meridian, Mississippi

  This black and white advertising postcard features a large three story building with Spanish style roofline. Threes and sidewalks are in front of the building. The title in the top center reads "Conservatory of Music, Meridian Female College, Meridian, Miss., Write for Catalog." Ink from the postmark is visible across the top. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for correspondence and address placement. The correspondence indicator reads "This side may have a message written upon it for Postage in the United States and Europe. The right hand side must be reserved for stamp and address." A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, October 8, 1907. The card is inscribed and is addressed to Mr. Howard Davis in Wilmer, Alabama.

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  Courthouse, Lowndes County, Columbus, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of the Lowndes County Courthouse in Columbus, Mississippi. The courthouse features a tall clock tower on the left end of the building, a set of wide stairs to the entrance, and four white columns frame the center door. Other buildings and trees can be seen behind the courthouse. A faded postmark is visible near the bottom of the image. The title of the image is printed beneath the bottom edge of the image. The back of the postcard is addressed to Mrs. J. S. Corkey in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The card is postmarked Columbus, Mississippi, Aug. 9, 1907 and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is in the upper right corner of the card. An inscription is written on the left half of the card. [See transcription field.]

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  Courthouse, West Point, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of the two story Clay County courthouse in West Point, Mississippi . The building includes arched windows and doors and a cupola or clock tower in the center of the roof. Trees stand in front of and behind the courthouse, partially obscuring the view. A Vicksburg postmark dated, February 10, 1907, is in the top center of the image. The title of the card is printed in the top right corner beside the image and an inscription is written in the white space beneath the title. The inscription reads, "2/9/07 Hello Jewel, Will soon be home. Hope to find a letter from you. Love to Dickie and Ace. Devote, Toren." The back of the card is addressed to Miss Jewell Davis in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The card is postmarked West Point, Mississippi, February 9, 1907 and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is in the top right corner of the card.

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  Front Entrance, Meridian Female College, Meridian, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a large building with a cupola in the center of the roof. Trees line the front of the building. And inscription is handwritten along the top, bottom and the right edge. The title along the bottom of the card reads "Front Entrance, Meridian Female College, Meridian, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Vance, South Carolina, April 25, 1907. The card is addressed to Mr. Carle B. Dantzler in Elloree, South Carolina.

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  Jefferson Street, Macon, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of an early 20th century street with horse and buggies parked in front of the buildings that are on either side of the street. Electric power line poles are spaced along the right side of the street and a small group of people can be seen at the far end of the street.. The title of the card is printed next to the right edge of the image and an inscription is written beside the title. The inscription reads, "10/2/07 On my way to Shuqualak, Miss. LF" The back of the card is addressed to Miss Mary Harvey in Indianapolis, Indiana. The card is postmarked twice: Indianapolis, Ind., Oct. 3, 1907 and Macon, Miss., Oct 1907. A green, once cent commemorative Capt. John Smith postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner of the card.

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  Meridian Female College and Conservatory of Music, Meridian, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of a building at the Meridian Female College in Meridian, Mississippi. The building is depicted as a four story structure or pink brick and a cream colored bell tower with a flag on top. A long sidewalk leads to the front entrance and trees are on the grounds. The image of J. W. Beeson, the college president, is in an oval in the upper left corner. The title of the card is printed beside the image of Beeson and text advertising the college is beneath the bottom edge of the image. The back of the card is addressed to Miss Irene Smith in Griffis, Kentucky. The card is postmarked Meridian, Miss., December 7, 1907 and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner of the card. An inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  Meridian Female College and Grounds, Meridian, Mississippi

  This postcard features a color illustration of the Meridian Female College in Meridian, Mississippi. A gazebo is depicted in the foreground of the image with a grove of leafy trees and a large three story building behind it. The gazebo has a red roof, and the building behind it has a bell tower in the center of the roof. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge beneath the image and an inscription is written beneath the title. [See transcription field.] The back of the card is addressed to Alzadia M. Peck in Nabb, Indiana. The card is postmarked Meridian, Miss., September 20, 1907 and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner of the card.

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  Miazza Woods Building, Meridian, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a six story building on the corner of a street. Horses and wagons are on the side of the street. The title along the bottom of the image identifies the building as "Miazza Woods Bldg., Meridian, Miss." An inscription is handwritten beneath the title. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, November 20, 1907. The card is addressed to Miss S Helen in Chicago, Illinois.

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  The Well at Lake Park, Columbus, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features several men in long coats and hats standing in a park among park structures. A well is in the center and a gazebo and a bench are to the right. A pavilion is in the distance. The title along the bottom of the card reads "The Well at Lake Park, Columbus, Miss." An inscription is handwritten beneath the title. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Columbus, Mississippi, January 18, 1907. The card is addressed to Miss Maud E. Hamilton in East Northfield, Massachusetts .

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  Union Passenger Station, Meridian, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a long white building with a tower in the center and curved openings spaced the length of the building. Utility poles are seen along the street in front of the building. The title beneath the image reads, "Union Passenger Station, Meridian, Miss." An inscription is written above and below the title. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, September 2, 1907. The card is addressed to Mrs. R. V. Hartwell in Arlando, Georgia.

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  Courthouse, Lowndes County, Columbus, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of the Lowndes County Mississippi Courthouse in Columbus. The courthouse features a clock tower on the left end of the building and four pillars at the entrance. Other buildings can be seen behind the courthouse. The title is printed along the bottom of the card with the word Lowndes misspelled as "Lowndes". The publisher's name is printed in the bottom corner of the image. The handwritten inscription written up the side to the right of the image refers to Columbus as the "city of roses". The back of the card is addressed to Mrs. Harry Morris in St. Louis, Missouri and postmarked March 9, 1906. A green one cent Benjaman Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner of the card.

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  The New City Hall and Post Office, Columbus, Mississippi

  This postcard features a black and white image of the two story city hall in Columbus Mississippi. Trees and electric power poles are seen along the sidewalk beside the building. A group of men are gathered on the front steps of the building and other people are seen walking or standing on the sidewalk in front of and beside the building. The title of the card is printed along the bottom edge of the image and a handwritten inscription is written along the top of the image and along the white portion of the card to the right of the image. The back of the card is addressed to Mrs. Pearl Jenkins in Crystal Springs, Mississippi. The card bears two postmarks, Columbus, Miss. Nov. 10, 1906 and Crystal Springs, Miss. Nov. 11, 1906. A green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner of the card.

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  Twenty-third Avenue Looking North, Meridian, Mississippi

  This black and white postcard features a busy street with several horse drawn carriages and buggies traveling the street and tall buildings on either side. A floral drawing is beneath the image of the street and the title "23rd Street Looking North" is at the end of the floral design. "Meridian, Miss." is beneath the floral design and handwritten inscription is beneath that. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for address placement. A green one cent postage stamp is placed in the upper right corner and the card is postmarked Meridian, Mississippi, November 19, 1904. The card is addressed to Mr. Andrew Lind in Jamestown New York.

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  W. S. Mustin Eclipse Livery Feed and Sale Stable, Columbus, Mississippi

  This postcard features a sepia toned image of three men standing with two horses outside of a brick building that has a tall facade at a wide, open entrance in the middle. A windows is to the left and entrance doors are to the right. The brick trim above the windows, wide entrance, and double door entrance are in a curved pattern. The signs on the building front read W. S. Mustin over the window and double door entrance and "Eclipse Livery Feed and Sale Stable" is over the open entrance. A man is standing at wide entrance and the man on the right with the horses is blurry. The back of the postcard is addressed to Miss Virginia Brown in Crystal Springs [spelled Chrystal Spring]. The card is postmarked Jackson, Miss, April 6, [1903] and a green, one cent Benjamin Franklin postage stamp is in the upper right corner. "Columbus, Miss" is written along the top of the card and an inscription is written on the left half of the card. [see transcription field]

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  8th Street at 30th Avenue, Meridian, Mississippi

  This black and white picture postcard features a street with buildings on either side and a large five story building at the far end. A water tower can be seen behind the far building. On the right is Threefoot Brothers and Company, Wholesale Grocers, Cotton Buyers, and Exporters. Horse drawn carriages are on the street and people are on the sidewalks. "Meridian, Miss." is in the upper right corner and the title along the bottom identifies the street as "8th Street at 30th Avenue." The photographer is listed in the lower left of the image. The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for address and postage stamp placement. The card is addressed to Olive Armsbrorig from Papa.

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  Churches of West Point, Mississippi

  This color postcard features images of three red brick churches. The Methodist church on the left end, is gothic style with a steepled bell tower on the left end. The West Broad Presbyterian Church in the center has a large arched window on the front and a black bell tower in the center of the roof. The Baptist Church on the right end features a bell tower on the left front corner with a dark steeple on the top. The title describes them as "Churches of West Point, Miss." The back of the postcard identifies the item as a postcard and provides indication for address and postage stamp placement.