Description
This vintage postcard captures a lively Madison, Indiana street scene from the 1950s, featuring classic cars and shops like Rogers J. Cruce’s, selling jewelry, liquor, beer, and shoes. The postcard boasts vibrant signage and a retro feel, showcasing the town’s bustling commercial activity. This colorful Ektachrome image, published by Harvey’s Studio, is a nostalgic glimpse into Madison, Indiana circa the 1950s.
Front Text (cleaned):
Rogers
J. Cruce
San Andres
Corasache
Features
Including
Jewelry
Fiesta Diamonds
Liquor, Beer
Shop
Shoes
1100
Back Text (cleaned):
MADISON, INDIANA
One of the oldest cities in the state, it gained great renown as a trading center on the Ohio River, and even today is one of the greatest tobacco-buying centers in the Midwest. The first Indiana Grand Lodge of Free Masonry convened here.
Hello
Ektachrome by Wm. Harold Harvey
Certainly hope this gets to you. Are you playing in the old show? The weather is fine.
Published by Harvey's Studio, 507 N. Grant, Lebanon, Indiana
Hope to see you. We will be near your home next week. Your neighbors.
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