Description
A bustling Wilson Avenue in Chicago stretches east from Broadway, showcasing multi-storied buildings with red and white striped awnings and lines of cars. This busy thoroughfare, leading to popular municipal bathing beaches, is shown in muted beige, blue, and green tones. This postcard, published by Gerson Bros., offers a snapshot of Chicago circa the 1930s.
Front Text (cleaned):
231 Wilson Ave., looking East, Chicago, Ill.
PERC IN CHICAGO. SORRY
IT'S LATER.
W.C. RE 11375
Back Text (cleaned):
Published by Gerson Bros., Chicago
This is Wilson Avenue, East from Broadway, Chicago. Wilson Avenue is one of the busiest thoroughfares outside of the loop. This avenue leads to the municipal bathing beaches, where thousands of people enjoy the cool water. In the background is the new Sheridan-Plaza Hotel, located on Wilson Ave., and Sheridan Road.
Dear Friends: Enjoying lots of sights. Expect to be home soon. Regards to all.
Ted S.
Mrs. Fur Wilson
14 Banton St.
Elmira
N.Y.
