Description
Indianapolis’ Soldiers and Sailors Monument stands tall, surrounded by bustling early 1900s streets and buildings, as depicted in this vibrant postcard. Nasson’s Co., Mines Hotel, and other businesses line the streets, showcasing the city’s commercial heart. This colorful Detroit Photographic Co. postcard, copyrighted 1904, offers a charming glimpse into early 20th-century Indianapolis.
Front Text (cleaned):
Nasson's Co.
Mines Hotel
Kahn Tailoring
Wistem
10506 Meridian Street, North from Washington, Indianapolis, Ind.
Copyright, 1904, by
Detroit Photographic Co.
John's Block
L. Douglas Shoe Co.
Showing the Soldiers and Sailors Monument.
Back Text (cleaned):
POSTCARD
MADE ONLY BY DETROIT PUBLISHING CO.
PLACE STAMP HERE
UNITED STATES AND CANADA
ONE CENT
FOREIGN TWO CENTS
THIS SPACE MAY BE USED FOR MESSAGE.
THIS SPACE FOR THE ADDRESS.
