Category: Postcards from the South

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.

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.

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”