Archive Record
Images
Metadata
Title |
Indianapolis Motor Speedway, The Greatest Race Course in the World |
Collection |
PastPerfect Museum Postcard Collection |
Catalog Number |
2014.FIC.2 |
Object Name |
Postcard |
Level of Description |
Item |
Creator |
Simmons, Mabel |
Other Creators |
Majestic Publishing Co., Indianapolis, IN |
Scope & Content |
Color postcard of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway sent to Ruth Pratt from her sister, Mabel. The postcard was cancelled on Mar 13 1912, 4:30 PM, Indianapolis, IND. A one cent postage stamp is affixed to the upper right corner of the back side. Front of postcard is a watercolor-like depiction of the speedway. Several cars are going around the track. The grand stands and boxes are at the far end of the track. There are quite a few small buildings on the infield, across from the grand stands. Surrounding landscape is rural. Handwritten message says: "The pictures of you at the piana [sic] were very good. Did you have them taken while Mamma was here? Be a good girl. Your sister, Mabel." |
Physical Characteristics |
Dimensions: 5.44" x 3.44" |
Search Terms |
Indianapolis Motor Speedway |
People |
Pratt, Ruth Elizabeth Simmons Simmons, Mabel |