Description
Experience the thrill of the Shooting the Chutes water ride at White City, Savin Rock, New Haven, Connecticut, as depicted in this sepia-toned postcard. People are seen boarding and leaving the boats on this exciting amusement park attraction. This charming postcard, postmarked August 3rd, 1908, offers a glimpse into early 20th-century leisure.
Front Text (cleaned):
Shooting the Chutes, White City, Savin Rock, New Haven, Conn.
Sunday
Beach
Jonah's
Lunch
Back Text (cleaned):
Aug 3 9 PM 1908
Dear Lewie;
New Haven, Conn.
Arrived in New Haven, Conn., at 5:30. Had a pleasant trip. Found the folks all well.
Hope you are having a nice time. Love.
165 Hyde Park Mass.
