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[Postcard of an Azalea Bush in Bellingrath Gardens]

Postcard of a single salmon colored Azalea bush in full bloom with petals scattering across the ground. The top edge of the postcard describes the scene as "Scene in Bellingrath Gardens, Mobile, Ala." The back of the postcard adds, "The Bellingrath Gardens are located on Picturesque Isle-Aux-Oies-River, about 17 miles from Mobile on U. S. Highway 90. The natural beauty of this estate is made more beautiful by the thousands of Azalea Shrubs, which burst into bloom the latter part of February. At the height of the flowering season the blooms completely hide the limbs and leaves of these plants. Solid masses of flowers in shades of white, pink, salmon, red, orange and cerise. This garden ranks well up among the twelve most beautiful gardens of the United States."
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Colorful Stone Path in Bellingrath Gardens]

Postcard of a stone path made of many colorful stones cutting through the courtyard where salmon Azaleas spring to life, a red rose bush grows, and a wooden cabin sits. The edge of the postcard describes the scene as "Scene in Bellingrath Gardens, Mobile, Ala." The back of the postcard adds, "The Bellingrath Gardens are located on Picturesque Isle-Aux-Oies-River, about 17 miles from Mobile on U. S. Highway 90. The natural beauty of this estate is made more beautiful by the thousands of Azalea Shrubs, which burst into bloom the latter part of February. At the height of the flowering season the blooms completely hide the limbs and leaves of these plants. Solid masses of flowers in shades of white, pink, salmon, red, orange and cerise. This garden ranks well up among the twelve most beautiful gardens of the United States."
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Rock Garden and Azaleas at Bellingrath Gardens]

Postcard of red and yellow azaleas blooming beneath the shade of a forest's edge, and around the cobblestone garden. The back of the postcard reads, "The Bellingrath Gardens are located on Picturesque Isle-Aux-Oies-River, about 17 miles from Mobile on U. S. Highway 90. The natural beauty of this estate is made more beautiful by the thousands of Azalea Shrubs, which burst into bloom the latter part of February. At the height of the flowering season the blooms completely hide the limbs and leaves of these plants. Solid masses of flowers in shades of white, pink, salmon, red, orange and cerise. This garden ranks well up among the twelve most beautiful gardens of the United States."
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Swans On Lake in Bellingrath Gardens]

Postcard of a body of water crossed by a wooden bridge. The water is edged by trees and red Azalea Shrubs. Five swans glide across the surface of the pool. The top edge of the postcard reads, "Scene in Bellingrath Gardens, Mobile, Ala." The back of the postcard reads, "The Bellingrath Gardens are located on Picturesque Isle-Aux-Oies-River, about 17 miles from Mobile on U. S. Highway 90. The natural beauty of this estate is made more beautiful by the thousands of Azalea Shrubs, which burst into bloom the latter part of February. At the height of the flowering season the blooms completely hide the limbs and leaves of these plants. Solid masses of flowers in shades of white, pink, salmon, red, orange and cerise. This garden ranks well up among the twelve most beautiful gardens of the United States."
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Tutwiler Hotel]

Postcard of a red brick and white stone multi-story building atop which two American flags fly. Balconies are scattered across the face of the building, and three cars are parked on the left side. "The Tutwiler, Burmingham, Ala." is typed above the building, and the back of the postcard adds, "The Tutwiler Birmingham's Largest and Finest 450 Rooms - 450 Baths One of the Dinkler Hotels Dispensers of true Southern hospitality."
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard of Meadow at Bellingrath Gardens]

Postcard of a trimmed green lawn with salmon, pink, white, and red Azalea bushes in full bloom. The top edge of the postcard describes the scene as "Scene in Bellingrath Gardens, Mobile, Ala." The back of the postcard adds, "The Bellingrath Gardens are located on Picturesque Isle-Aux-Oies-River, about 17 miles from Mobile on U. S. Highway 90. The natural beauty of this estate is made more beautiful by the thousands of Azalea Shrubs, which burst into bloom the latter part of February. At the height of the flowering season the blooms completely hide the limbs and leaves of these plants. Solid masses of flowers in shades of white, pink, salmon, red, orange and cerise. This garden ranks well up among the twelve most beautiful gardens of the United States."
Date: unknown
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard from Cornelia Yerkes to Fred G. and Frances Yerkes, August 22, 1944]

Postcard from Cornelia Yerkes to her parents discussing traveling between Selma, AL, and Houston. The postcard features an image of an AT-6 in flight.
Date: August 22, 1944
Creator: Kafka, Cornelia V. Yerkes
System: The Portal to Texas History

[Postcard from Cornelia Yerkes to Fred G. and Frances Yerkes, August 22, 1944]

Postcard from Cornelia Yerkes to her parents discussing traveling. The postcard features an image of a Douglas DC-3.
Date: August 21, 1944
Creator: Kafka, Cornelia V. Yerkes
System: The Portal to Texas History

Southern Railway (SOU) "KC-Florida Special"

A photograph postcard showing the Southern Railway #7, 2-8-0, Class G at Selma, AL. Stamped F.E. Ardrey, Jr.
Date: December 24, 1949
Creator: Ardrey, F. E., Jr.
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History

Southern Railway (SOU) #29

A photograph postcard showing the Southern Railway #7, 2-8-0, Class G, Train #115 near Leesburg, AL, on now abandoned Rome-Gadsden line. Stamped F.E. Ardrey, Jr.
Date: September 4, 1948
Creator: Ardrey, F. E., Jr.
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History

Southern Railway (SOU) #4553

A photograph postcard showing the Southern Railway #4553, 2-8-2, Class M, Train #48, by Weems, AL, local to Amistan. Stamped F.E. Ardrey, Jr.
Date: September 5, 1948
Creator: Ardrey, F. E., Jr.
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History

Southern Railway (SOU) #1481

A photograph postcard showing the Southern Railway #1481, 4-8-2, Class T, Train #7, "KC-Florida Special", passing Trandale, AL Stamped F.E. Ardrey, Jr.
Date: March 21, 1948
Creator: Ardrey, F. E., Jr.
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History

Southern Railway (SOU)#1463

A photograph postcard showing the Southern Railway #1463, 4-8-2, Class T, at Birmingham, AL. Stamped F.E. Ardrey, Jr.
Date: February 1, 1948
Creator: Ardrey, F. E., Jr.
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History

Central of Georgia (CG) #455

A photograph postcard showing the Southern Railway #455, 4-8-4, Class K-1, at Birmingham, AL. Stamped F.E. Ardrey, Jr.
Date: February 1, 1948
Creator: Ardrey, F. E., Jr.
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History

Louisville & Nashville (LN) 1769

A photograph postcard showing the Louisville & Nashville (LN) 1769, 2-8-2, Birmingham, AL. [Possible R.H. Kennedy photo]
Date: August 22, 1947
Creator: Lowe, Shelby F.
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History

Southern (SOU) 3858

A photograph postcard showing the Southern (SOU) 3858, 4-4-0 (class B), Selma, AL. (Note: SOU valve gear)
Date: August 1934
Creator: Lowe, Shelby F.
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History