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[Postcard of Group Sitting In Shade at Sun Garden Roof]

Description: Postcard of a mixed group of people enjoying the sun at the Sun Roof Garden, umbrellas spread and flowers blooming. The back of the postcard adds, "The St. Anthony - San Antonio's largest, completely and continuously air-conditioned hotel. Conveniently located. Motor-Lobby-Garage within hotel, with registration desk and direct elevator service to each floor. Parking is FREE for registered transient guests. Pictured on reverse side is the Sun Garden Roof."
Date: unknown
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Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Municipal Auditorium in San Antonio]

Description: Postcard of a stone building with arched columns with white, yellow, and orange accents. The flowers in the courtyard, surrounded by the circular drive, are in shades of salmon, blue, white, and yellow. The top right corner reads, "Municipal Auditorium San Antonio, Texas." The back of the postcard adds, "Municipal Auditorium, San Antonio, Texas. Covers 6 1/2 acres; Seats 6,500. Cost $1,200,000. In heart of city. Dedicated to World War Heroes."
Date: unknown
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Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of San Antonio River]

Description: Postcard of a bridge crossing the leisurely river, where a yellow and orange boat is tied to the left bank. A man is standing at the other bank, looking into the river. The back of the postcard describes the scene as, "San Antonio River San Antonio, Texas The San Antonio river, often called the "Venice of Texas," winds it way through the business section of San Antonio. It is very picturesque with its many bridges and beautifully landscaped banks."
Date: unknown
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Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of San Antonio Transit Tower]

Description: Postcard of a tall building in the background, a mossy stone stairway in the middle ground, and the San Antonio river winding slowly through the foreground. A young boy and girl stare at the river, standing at its edge. The back of the postcard adds, "The San Antonio River and Transit Tower The beautiful San Antonio River wandering through the business district adds a unique charm to the tall buildings of this oil and cattle center."
Date: unknown
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Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of San Fernando Cathedral in San Antonio]

Description: Postcard of a pale cream cathedral with two towers and stained glass behind a horse drawn buggy, described as "San Antonio, Texas, San Fernando Cathedral. Built 1734." The letter on the back reads, "Hello Mamie - How are things coming with you and things in general? Guess you are still strong for the "main Pray" - well hold it down til I get back, for I want it to be there then. - M." The postcard is addressed to "Miss Mamie McFaddin Beaumont, Texas."
Date: unknown
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Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of San Jacinto Memorial Shaft]

Description: Postcard of a tall white marble tower with a star at the top, and the Texas and American flags flying on the ground. The edges read, "San Jacinto Memorial Shaft at San Jacinto Battleground." The back of the postcard adds, "San Jacinto Memorial Shaft at San Jacinto Battleground, near Houston, Texas, marking the spot where the Texas army under General Sam Houston defeated the Mexicans under Santa Anna and won independence for Texas. This magnificent structure is 570 feet 4 inches high, towering 1… more
Date: unknown
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Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of St. Anthony Hotel in San Antonio]

Description: Postcard of a nine story brick building with a full parking lot. The back describes the scene with, "The St. Anthony Hotel San Antonio, Texas San Antonio's largest completely and continuously air-conditioned hotel. Conveniently located downtown, overlooking Travis Park. In the Anacacho Room outstanding dance orchestras are featured. Garage within hotel includes guest registration desk and direct elevator service to each floor."
Date: unknown
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Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of St. Anthony Hotel's Peacock Alley]

Description: Postcard of red rugs breaking up the white floor, colorful chairs of red, blue, and green, with green curtains. The chandeliers hold candles and strings of white crystals. The back of the postcard describes the scene as, "The St. Anthony - San Antonio's largest, completely and continuously air-conditioned hotel. Conveniently located. Motor Lobby-Garage within hotel, with registration desk and direct elevator service to each floor. Parking is FREE for registered transient guests. Pictured on the… more
Date: unknown
Item Type: Refine your search to only Postcard
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of St. Anthony Sun Garden Roof]

Description: Postcard of many reclining sun chairs shaded by umbrellas on the wooden deck of the St. Anthony hotel. Bright yellow edges decorate the postcard, with a sun and a woman relaxing under an umbrella on the beach in two corners. The edges read "St. Anthony Sun Garden Roof One of the distinctive features of St. Anthony in San Antonio." The back of the postcard adds, "The St. Anthony - San Antonio's largest, completely and continuously air-conditioned hotel. Conveniently located. Auto-Lobby-Garage wi… more
Date: unknown
Item Type: Refine your search to only Postcard
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard of Sun Garden Roof at St. Anthony Hotel]

Description: Postcard of a wood decked courtyard with hedges, potted flowers, three spread umbrellas and many chairs. The roof is made of red tile. The back of the postcard describes the scene as, "The St. Anthony - San Antonio's largest, completely and continuously air-conditioned hotel. Conveniently located. Auto-Lobby-Garage within hotel, with registration desk and direct elevator service to each floor. Pictured on reverse side is the Sun Garden Roof."
Date: unknown
Item Type: Refine your search to only Postcard
Partner: McFaddin-Ward House Museum

[Postcard to E. F. Kneupper, August 18, 1911]

Description: Postcard to Mrs. E. F. Kneupper from her sister, discussing her wishes to see Mrs. Kneupper, and asking her to pick up a cream when she is in town. The front of the postcard features an illustration of St. Mary's Santorium [sic], a long, two-story building with porches on both stories, a gabled roof with a cross at both ends, and a short stone wall with an open gate in front of the building. There are a few small trees within the yard, and beyond the fence is a road running parallel to the buil… more
Date: unknown
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Partner: Patrick Heath Public Library

[Postcard to Mrs. F. Adler, April 6, 1920]

Description: Postcard to Mrs. F. Adler, in San Antonio. The front of the postcard features a photograph of a tall, narrow, metal suspension bridge above a large ditch filled with trees. In the background, two large brick, three-story buildings sit side by side on a hill overlooking the bridge.
Date: unknown
Item Type: Refine your search to only Postcard
Partner: Patrick Heath Public Library
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