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Category: Architecture of Atlanta and the Southeast

  • Public Comfort Building, Piedmont Park (1911) – Atlanta

    Harry Leslie Walker of King & Walker. Public Comfort Building (1911), Piedmont Park, Atlanta.
    Harry Leslie Walker of King & Walker. Public Comfort Building (1911), Piedmont Park, Atlanta.1 2 3 4 5
    Piazza on the Public Comfort Building, Atlanta
    Piazza on the Public Comfort Building, Atlanta
    Keystone on the Public Comfort Building, Atlanta
    Keystone on the Public Comfort Building, Atlanta
    Capital on the Public Comfort Building, Atlanta
    Capital on the Public Comfort Building, Atlanta
    Window on the Public Comfort Building, Atlanta
    Window on the Public Comfort Building, Atlanta
    Cornice on the Public Comfort Building, Atlanta
    Cornice on the Public Comfort Building, Atlanta
    East elevation of the Public Comfort Building, Atlanta
    East elevation of the Public Comfort Building, Atlanta

    References

    1. “Handsome Building For Piedmont Park”. The Atlanta Constitution, April 20, 1910, p. 7. ↩︎
    2. “Plans Adopted For New Public Comfort Bldg.” The Atlanta Journal, April 20, 1910, p. 6. ↩︎
    3. “Parks Will Divide Up The $57,000 They Got”. The Atlanta Constitution, January 21, 1911, p. 3. ↩︎
    4. “Barring Of Kinfolks Makes Cochran Tired”. The Atlanta Journal, January 24, 1911, p. 9. ↩︎
    5. “Refreshment Bids.” The Atlanta Constitution, July 16, 1911, p. 5. ↩︎

  • Postcards from the South: Furlow Public School – Americus, Georgia

    Postcard view of Furlow Public School (1890), Americus, Georgia.

    This postcard depicts the Furlow Public School in Americus, Georgia, which received a renovation and expansion designed by G.L. Norrman in 1890.

    Published by the American News Company of New York and printed in Germany, the card was postmarked in 1908 and addressed to Marie Smetzer of “808 S. West Grand Ave., Springfield, Ill.”

    Corrine from nearby Plains, Georgia, wrote the following note on the back:

    “Recd card many thanks.
    Hope you will like this one
    Come soon again”

    Not very eloquent, but that’s a Sumter County education for you. Trust me, I know.

  • Gambrell Hall (1972) – Atlanta

    Stevens & Wilkinson. Gambrell Hall (1972). Emory University, Atlanta.
    Stevens & Wilkinson. Gambrell Hall (1972). Emory University, Atlanta.1 2 3 4
    South facade of Gambrell Hall, Atlanta
    South facade of Gambrell Hall, Atlanta
    Southeast corner of Gambrell Hall, Atlanta
    Southeast corner of Gambrell Hall, Atlanta
    Windows on the northwest corner of Gambrell Hall, Atlanta
    Windows on the northwest corner of Gambrell Hall, Atlanta
    Inscription on Gambrell Hall, Atlanta
    Inscription on Gambrell Hall, Atlanta
    Southwest corner of Gambrell Hall, Atlanta
    Southwest corner of Gambrell Hall, Atlanta
    Photograph of Gambrell Hall, Atlanta, from an undated postcard published by Scenic South Card Co. of Bessemer, Alabama
    Photograph of Gambrell Hall, Atlanta, from an undated postcard published by Scenic South Card Co. of Bessemer, Alabama

    References

    1. “Emory Gets 1 of 4 Luce Professorships”. The Atlanta Journal, February 18, 1971, p. 2-B. ↩︎
    2. “Legal Notices”. The Atlanta Constitution, March 3, 1971, p. 7-B. ↩︎
    3. “Legal Notices”. The Atlanta Constitution, April 14, 1972, p. 3-C. ↩︎
    4. Stevens, Preston. Building a Firm: The Story of Stevens & Wilkinson Architects, Engineers, Planners Inc. Atlanta (1979), pp. 52-53. ↩︎

  • Postcards from the South: Lucas Theatre Supply Company – Atlanta

    Postcard view of Lucas Theatre Supply Co. Inc. in former Miller-Brady Feed & Sale Stables (1889), Atlanta.

    This postcard depicts the Lucas Theatre Supply Company in Atlanta, housed in the former Miller-Brady Feed & Sale Stables, designed by G.L. Norrman and completed in 1890.

    The following promotional copy is printed on the back:

    “PICK THIS UP!”
    (Things You Should Know)

    That we are the South’s largest, oldest and most progressive exclusive Theatre Supply House.

    That we have established a National Reputation for quick service, individual attention and courteous treatment.

    That we carry a tremendous stock, embracing all make machines as well as the thousands of minor theatre accessories.

    That we will appreciate the opportunity and pleasure of serving you.

    Published by L.H. Forster of 209 Rhodes Building in Atlanta, the card was postmarked in Atlanta in 1917 and addressed to the Idle Hour Theater in Marion, South Carolina.

  • Troup County Courthouse (1939) – LaGrange, Georgia

    W.J.J. Chase. Troup County Courthouse (1939). LaGrange, Georgia.
    W.J.J. Chase. Troup County Courthouse (1939). LaGrange, Georgia.1 2 3
    Facade of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Facade of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Inscription on the facade of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Inscription on the facade of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Clock and etched marble spandrel on the facade of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Clock and etched marble spandrel on the facade of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Looking at the southwest corner of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Looking at the southwest corner of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Etched marble on the facade of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Etched marble on the facade of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Etched marble spandrel on the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Etched marble spandrel on the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Windows and spandrel on the facade of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Windows and spandrel on the facade of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Inscription and etched marble ornamentation on the facade of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Inscription and etched marble ornamentation on the facade of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Globe light at the entrance of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Globe light at the entrance of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Pedestal at the entrance of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia
    Pedestal at the entrance of the Troup County Courthouse, LaGrange, Georgia

    References

    1. “Troup County To Build Soon”. The Columbus Enquirer (Columbus, Georgia), April 20, 1938, p. 1. ↩︎
    2. “New Courthouse At LaGrange Completed”. The Columbus Enquirer (Columbus, Georgia), October 18, 1939, p. 2. ↩︎
    3. National Register of Historic Places Continuation Sheet: Troup County Courthouse, Annex, and Jail ↩︎

  • First Congregational Church (1908) – Atlanta

    Bruce & Everett. First Congregational Church (1908). Atlanta.
    Bruce & Everett. First Congregational Church (1908). Atlanta.1 2 3 4 5 6
    South facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    South facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Belvedere on First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Belvedere on First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Window on the west facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Window on the west facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Reflection of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Reflection of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Dutch gable on the west facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Dutch gable on the west facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Round window and porch gable on the south facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Round window and porch gable on the south facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Porch on the south facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Porch on the south facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Belvedere on First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Belvedere on First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Porch columns on the south facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Porch columns on the south facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Cross on the west facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Cross on the west facade of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Cornerstone of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Cornerstone of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Terracotta ornamentation on the belvedere of First Congregational Church, Atlanta
    Terracotta ornamentation on the belvedere of First Congregational Church, Atlanta

    References

    1. “First Congregational Church, Colored, Will Soon Build a New Structure at a Cost of Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars.” The Atlanta Constitution, June 23, 1907, p. 7. ↩︎
    2. “Contract Is Let For $30,000 Church Here”. The Atlanta Journal, April 16, 1908, p. 3. ↩︎
    3. “Colored Congregational Will Break Ground For Handsome New Church”. The Atlanta Georgian and News, June 2, 1908, p. 9. ↩︎
    4. “Dirt To Be Broken For New Negro Church”. The Atlanta Journal, June 2, 1908, p. 13. ↩︎
    5. “Colored Church Is Consecrated”. The Atlanta Journal, December 14, 1908, p. 2. ↩︎
    6. “Colored Church Dedicated Sunday”. The Atlanta Journal, December 14, 1908, p. 5. ↩︎

  • The Sumner Apartments (1909) – Atlanta

    Edwards & Walter. The Sumner Apartments (1909). Midtown, Atlanta.
    Edwards & Walter. The Sumner Apartments (1909). Midtown, Atlanta.1 2 3 4

    References

    1. “$60,000 Building Near The Orpheum; $55,000 Apartment”. The Atlanta Journal, April 18, 1909, p. 10L. ↩︎
    2. “Personal Mention”. The Atlanta Journal, November 7, 1909, p. 6H. ↩︎
    3. Application for Building Permit, April 17, 1909. ↩︎
    4. Insurance maps, Atlanta, Georgia, 1911 / published by the Sanborn Map Company – Digital Library of Georgia ↩︎

  • Postcards from the South: Bellevue Hotel – Gadsden, Alabama

    Postcard view of Bellevue Hotel (1889), Gadsden, Alabama.

    This postcard depicts the Bellevue Hotel in Gadsden, Alabama, designed by G.L. Norrman and completed in 1890.

    “The ground is covered with snow. Wish you were here to snow-ball,” Edith wrote to Mrs. W.W. Edwards in Smithville, Texas. Think that was a euphemism?

    Published by the Souvenir Postcard Company of New York, the card was postmarked in Gadsden on February 14, 1907. Hmm.

  • Bank of Buford (1925) – Buford, Georgia

    Ivey & Crook. Bank of Buford (1924). Buford, Georgia.
    Ivey & Crook. Bank of Buford (1924). Buford, Georgia.1 2
    Southwest elevation of the Bank of Buford
    Southwest elevation of the Bank of Buford
    Southwest elevation of the Bank of Buford
    Southwest elevation of the Bank of Buford
    Main entrance of the Bank of Buford
    Main entrance of the Bank of Buford
    Cornice on the Bank of Buford
    Cornice on the Bank of Buford
    Windows on the southwest elevation of the Bank of Buford
    Windows on the southwest elevation of the Bank of Buford
    Ground floor door on the southwest elevation of the Bank of Buford
    Ground floor door on the southwest elevation of the Bank of Buford
    Third floor and cornice on the Bank of Buford
    Third floor and cornice on the Bank of Buford
    First-floor window and pilasters on the facade of the Bank of Buford
    First-floor window and pilasters on the facade of the Bank of Buford
    Inscription on the Bank of Buford
    Inscription on the Bank of Buford
    Second-floor windows on the facade of the Bank of Buford
    Second-floor windows on the facade of the Bank of Buford
    Windows on the southwest elevation of the Bank of Buford
    Windows on the southwest elevation of the Bank of Buford
    Pedestal on the southeast corner of the Bank of Buford
    Pedestal on the southwest corner of the Bank of Buford

    References

    1. Atlanta History Center – Architecture Database ↩︎
    2. “Building in the South”. The Atlanta Journal, May 11, 1924, p. 12C. ↩︎

  • Postcards from the South: Printup Hotel – Gadsden, Alabama

    Postcard view of Printup Hotel (1888), Gadsden, Alabama.

    This postcard depicts the Printup Hotel in Gadsden, Alabama, designed by G.L. Norrman and completed in 1888.

    “This looks fine on paper,” Alex wrote on the front. Not exactly a ringing endorsement.

    Published by the AH Company, the card was postmarked in St. Louis on November 11, 1907, and addressed to Mr. W.A. Yule in Scotforth, Lancaster, United Kingdom.

    Alex wrote on the back:

    “Have rec’d quite a number of postals from you, which I am glad to have. Pls accept thanks. Glad to hear you are having such a good time. Alex”