Sunday, October 10, 2010

Holland, Michigan

"De Zwann" (The Swan) Windmill - in its beautiful setting on Windmill Island, the historic, working mill is majestic in appearance and by its very nature as well.  The lovely landscaped grounds are rampant with blooming tulips during Holland, Michigan's annual Tulip Festival in mid-May.

Tulip Festival at Holland - A gala celebration of "Tulip Time" held each year in May at Holland, Michigan.  Windmills, tulips, Dutch dances, parades and traditional Dutch hospitality make this one of the Nation's outstanding events.

Klompen Dancers - Authentically costumed Dutch "Klompen" (Wooden Shoe) Dancers perform for visitors to Holland, Michigan.  Gala parades and street dancing are features of the nationally famous Tulip Time Festival.

The Doll House and furniture is a replica of a 17th century merchant's home in Amsterdam in the Netherlands.  The Museum located at 12th Street and Central Avenue, Holland, Michigan is dedicated to the preservation of Dutch history and culture.

Friday, October 8, 2010

Miami, Florida

This picture shows Jai Alai players in various cesta positions for catching and throwing the Hardest ball made for sports.  The speed of the ball when in action exceeds 100 miles per hour.  Pleayers are trained for Jai Alai from childhood and remain in continuous rigid training thru out their career.  Pari-Mutuels conducted under supervision of the Florida State Racing Commission.

Sun-up Over Bay Biscayne, Miami, Florida

The Orange Bowl in Miami, Florida

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Bellefontaine, Ohio

Logan Hotel and Corner of Main Street and Columbus Avenue, Bellefontaine, Ohio

Main Street from Columbus Avenue, Bellefontaine, Ohio

Big 4. Shops, Bellefontain, O.
(postmarked May 28, 1909)

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Blue Mountain Lake, New York

View from airplane at 4500 feet.  Eagle Lake and Eagle Nest Club and Golf Course may be seen in foreground.  Minnow Pond in background also Blue Mountain, whose elevation is 3759 feet and Buck Mountain 2670 feet, and Tongue Mountain 3165 feet.  One of the most beautiful views in the Adirondacks may be seen from the top of Blue Mountain.  Thousands of people climb to the summit every summer.  Blue Mountain is 90 miles north of Utica on route 28.

Blue Mt. Lake from Blue Mt. House.

Episcopal Chapel, Blue Mtn.

Beautiful Blue Mountain and Lake from State Highway at Blue Mountain Lake, N.Y Adirondack Mts.

Monday, October 4, 2010

Miami, Florida

Miami, "The City Beautiful" offers much to the visitor.  Its graceful palm-lined streets, magnificent residences, lovely parks.  One of the most beautiful of these is Bayfront Park.  Here on most any sunny afternoon, concerts are played in the unique Moorish-Spanish Bandshell amid amost enequalled surroundings on delightful Biscayne Bay.

One of the distinctly unusual sights of Miami is the Flamingo of the Florida Everglades.  This gorgeous winged creature with its bright plumage, its very long neck and legs, presents an unforgettable picture, backgrounded by the luxuriant tropical growth of the Everglades.

Gorgeous Bayfront Park is shown between Biscayne Boulevard's stately Royal Palms and the smooth Blue waters of Biscayne Bay, dividing Miami and Miami Beach, Florida.

Saturday, October 2, 2010

Athens, Georgia

Howard Hall was named for the Rev. Dr. Soloman Howard, sixth president of Ohio University (1852-72).  A dormitory for girls, accomodating 172 women students.  Location at College and Union Streets.

Armory, Athens, Ohio

McBee Bindery Co. Home Office, Athens, Ohio
Branch Offices From Coast To Coast

Friday, October 1, 2010

Grayling, Michigan

Autumn Drive - Autumn bursts forth at each bend and turn of the road.  The hush and serenity of the countryside at this time is a moving experience.