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Child Farmers and Geese
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.
Prairie Lights Books, Iowa City
The location of Prairie Lights at the time of this postcard was 100 South Linn Street, Iowa City. Postcard sent to Gerry Mansheim, postmarked February 17, 1983. Dog and cat 13-cent stamp.
The Dresden, Iowa City, Iowa
The Dresden China Store was located at 13 and 15 South Dubuque Street, Iowa City. Postcard sent to Mrs. Elmer Bright, postmarked February 19, 1910. Ben Franklin 1-cent stamp.
Iowa Flying Club, 1948
The Iowa Flying Club was a recreational organization consisting mainly of Iowa students. The group cooperatively acquired a Cessna 120 aircraft in the fall of 1946 with member dues. Members, all of varying degrees of flying skill, shared the plane. …
Iowa Flying Club, 1948
The Iowa Flying Club was a recreational organization consisting mainly of Iowa students. The group cooperatively acquired a Cessna 120 aircraft in the fall of 1946 with member dues. Members, all of varying degrees of flying skill, shared the plane. …
Iowa Flying Club, 1948
The Iowa Flying Club was a recreational organization consisting mainly of Iowa students. The group cooperatively acquired a Cessna 120 aircraft in the fall of 1946 with member dues. Members, all of varying degrees of flying skill, shared the plane. …
Iowa Flying Club, 1948
The Iowa Flying Club was a recreational organization consisting mainly of Iowa students. The group cooperatively acquired a Cessna 120 aircraft in the fall of 1946 with member dues. Members, all of varying degrees of flying skill, shared the plane. …
Lobby, Iowa City State Bank, Iowa City, Iowa
The Iowa City State Bank was located at 202 South Clinton Street. Postcard sent from Stella [Futach] to Mary Brejcha, postmarked February 29, 1916. George Washington 1-cent stamp.
Elk's New Home, Iowa City
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.
Building the Library, 2004
After more than two years of construction the doors opened to the new building June 12, 2004. The current ICPL location is an expansion and renovation of the 1981 building, its current space nearly double that of the original. A successful November…
Library Interior, 2004
After more than two years of construction the doors opened to the new building June 12, 2004. The current ICPL location is an expansion and renovation of the 1981 building, its current space nearly double that of the original. A successful November…
Library Building Grand Opening, 2004
After more than two years of construction the doors opened to the new building June 12, 2004. The current ICPL location is an expansion and renovation of the 1981 building, its current space nearly double that of the original. A successful November…
Library Building Ribbon Cutting, 2004
After more than two years of construction the doors opened to the new building June 12, 2004.
East and South Side of Finished Library Building, 2005
The Iowa City Public Library at 123 South Linn Street.
South Side of Finished Library Building, 2005
The Iowa City Public Library at 123 South Linn Street.
Iowa City Roller Rink, Iowa City, Iowa
The Iowa City Roller Rink was located at 309 South Dubuque Street. Postcard sent to Lucinda Maier, postmarked March 1, 1906. Ben Franklin 1-cent stamp.
"See the World on 'A.B.A.' Cheques"
American Bankers Travelers Cheques advertisement from First National Bank of Iowa City. Postcard sent from T. Frank Hersch to A.E. Irmscher, postmarked March 12, 19??. George Washington 1-cent stamp.
Parlor, Hotel Jefferson, Iowa City, Iowa
The Jefferson Building is located at 129 East Washington Street. It was built in 1913. Postcard sent to Katie Reis, postmarked March 4, 1916. George Washington 1-cent stamp.
Bird's Eye View of Business Section, Iowa City, Iowa
Aerial view of downtown Iowa City,including parts of University of Iowa campus. Buildings include East Hall Annex on the left and Close Hall on the right. First postcard sent from E.E. [Coah] to Bert [Coah], postmarked April 10, 1916, Ben Franklin…
State Historical Society of Iowa, Centennial Building, Iowa City, Iowa
The Centennial Building of the State Historical Society of Iowa is located at 402 Iowa Avenue. It was dedicated on August 31, 1960. Postcard sent to Mr. and Mrs. John Horton, postmarked April 11, 1976. Postcard was mailed with a 9-cent stamp…
The Mill Restaurant Sign
The sign at the Mill hangs askew after the 2006 F2 tornado struck.
Debris outside of The Mill
Debris outside of The Mill after the 2006 F2 tornado.
The Mill Restaurant
The Mill damaged after the 2006 F2 tornado.
Burlington Street Sign
The Burlington Street sign hangs askew after the 2006 F2 tornado struck.
Tree damage on North 7th Avenue
Winds ripped out screen windows and tore down large tree trunks towards the end of the tornado's path.
Pink insulation in the trees
Patches of pink fluff insulation drape over tree limbs as the F2 tornado winds down. How many miles did this insulation fly? Where did it come from?
Second floor destroyed
People work to clear out the debris from the second floor of this home, where walls and the roof were ripped off.
Looking down North 7th Avenue
Ladders: an essential tornado damage inspection tool.
End of the road
Displaced playground equipment came to a rest at the end of North 7th Avenue.
Blown-out windows on North 7th Avenue
Many homes had to replace blown-out windows. The lucky ones did this sooner rather than later; a hot and stuffy summer followed.
Apartments and businesses at Clinton and Court Streets
Apartments, formerly The Rebel Motel, and Shoe Doctor damage after the the 2006 F2 tornado struck. A postcard published by Economy Advertising reads 'REBEL MOTEL: Built in 1963 and 1964 during the Civil War Centennial. The Rebel is conveniently…
The Dubuque Street Entrance to the Pedestrian Mall
The Dubuque Street entrance to the Pedestrian Mall, looking north, blocked off after the 2006 F2 tornado struck.
The Mill Restaurant
The Mill with wooden sign declaring "The Mill is Open!" after the 2006 F2 tornado struck.
Mailboxes of Iowa City and the Futon Shop
2006 tornado damage: Mailboxes of Iowa City, the Futon Shop, and the barricaded intersection of Burlington and Linn Streets.
Businesses along the 300 Block of Burlington St.
Businesses along the 300 Block of Burlington Street, damaged from the 2006 F2 tornado.
Mailboxes of Iowa City and other businesses
Mailboxes of Iowa City and other businesses damaged from the 2006 F2 tornado.
The Northeast ans Southeast Corners of Burlington and Clinton Streets
Debris and barricades along the corner northeast and southeast corners of Burlington and Clinton Streets after the 2006 F2 tornado.