Detailed descriptions of various flora and fauna to be seen during a walk on the southwest part of the Hickory Hill Park nature trail during the summer season. Flora and fauna mentioned: Beaver, Honey Bee, Clover, Hummingbird, Jewel Weed, Raccoon,…
Detailed descriptions of various fauna and flora to be seen during a walk on the southwest part of the Hickory Hill Park nature trail during the spring season. Flora and fauna mentioned: Solomon
Detailed descriptions of various flora and fauna to be seen during a walk on the southwest part of the Hickory Hill Park nature trail during the fall season. Flora and fauna mentioned: Virginia Creeper, Poison Ivy, Yellow Shafted Flicker, White Oak,…
In the 1910 Census, Henry Louis was recorded at having been born in 1866 in Germany and immigrating in 1869. He lived at 319 South Linn Street, at the house of his mother-in-law, Amanda Webb. His wife was named Ada and they had two children named…
Henry K. Morton ran Morton’s Shoe Store at 101 East Clinton Street. He resided on the west side on Coralville Road, according to the 1908 City Directory. The 1910 Census lists his wife’s name as Mary E., and they had two sons named John M. and Vance…
Frank R. Hatch was born about 1875 in Iowa, according to the 1910 Census. His wife was named Edna R. and they had no children in 1910. Hatch’s Department store was at 124 South Clinton Street, and the 1908 City Directory lists their home address as…
Fink's Bazaar was located in the St. James Hotel building at Clinton Street and Iowa Avenue. This photo was taken ca. 1890. Further historical information is on the back of the postcard.
Ernest H. Ross was born about 1879, according to the 1910 Census. His wife was named Minnie, and they had a daughter named Marion. The residence was at 922 East Davenport Street. His business was insurance, real estate, and loans.
This building was located at the corner of East Washington and South Gilbert Streets. Postcard sent to Clark Louis, postmarked June 15, 1939. George Washington 1-cent stamp.
This building was located at the corner of East Washington and South Gilbert Streets. First postcard sent to G.J. Oppelt, postmarked August 1, 1928, Ben Franklin 1-cent stamp. Second postcard sent to G.H. Ryan, postmarked October 3, 1916, George…
This building was located at the corner of East Washington and South Gilbert Streets. First postcard sent to Othello Ray, postmarked January 31, 1913, Ben Franklin 1-cent stamp. Second postcard sent to Mary Jack, postmarked December 31, 1911, Ben…
This building was located at the corner of East Washington and South Gilbert Streets. Postcard sent to Dorothy Wiess, postmarked February 4, 1909. Ben Franklin 1-cent stamp.
The Elks building was located at the corner of East Washington and South Gilbert Streets. Postcard sent to Kit Steffy, postmarked June 21, 1910. Ben Franklin 1-cent stamp.
This building was located at the corner of East Washington and South Gilbert Streets. Postcard sent to Fred Barnett, postmarked June 16, 1915. George Washington 1-cent stamp.
Elizabeth Irish was the principal of a business college, living at 132 North Dodge Street, according to the 1910 Census. Her mother, Susanah A. Irish, also lived with her as well as several lodgers. She was born around the year 1865. The college was…
According to the 1910 Census, E. D. Murphy was born about 1871 in Iowa. His wife was named Mary E. and they had four children, Mary, Clarence, George, and Helen. He was involved in both furniture and undertaking. His business was located at 123, 125,…
Dr. Frederick H. P. Edwards was listed as living at 300 South Dubuque Street in the 1908 City Directory. He is listed as a veterinary surgeon in the 1910 Census. He was born about 1866 in England. His wife was named Kate, and they had two daughters,…
"The Spirit of Black Hawk" mural was located at Black Hawk Pedestrian Park, College and Washington Streets, downtown Iowa City. Mural design by Eric Christenson, detail of Black Hawk painted by William Heyer. Black Hawk Mini-Park, Iowa City,…
Monument documenting the early history of Iowa City. Placed by the Daughters of the American Revolution, Iowa City, May 4, 1935. A transcription of monument is on the back of postcard.
Postal information in German, Czech, Russian and other languages is printed on the back of postcard. Postcard sent to Ella McAllister, postmarked February 15, 1909. Ben Franklin 1-cent stamp.
From the Foreward: In 1986, the Iowa City Public Library Foundation followed in the footsteps of the founders of the Iowa City Public Library who originally raised the funds necessary for our Library. Realizing the importance of our free public…