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Francis Marten, Route 66 Hall of Fame of Illinois - Text on back: Francis Marten. In Raymond, there's the our lady of the highway Shrine, a marble statue of the Virgin Mary on the edge of a farm field of its caretaker, Francis marten, who has been watching over her since 1959. Saint Raymonds' parish raised funds to create her. There is also the "Hail Mary", phrase by phrase (in the style of Burma shave signs). If driving between Springfield & Litchfield, stop by and see her and Francis. Located on the West Frontage Rd. between exits 72 & 63 on I-55. Postcard is unused and in excellent condition.

Golf Shelter, Jackson Park, Chicago - No text on back. Vintage postcard has writing on the back, is postmarked 1916 and complete with intact 1-cent stamp. Postcard is in good condition with slight edge/corner wear, postmark has bled thru.

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Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Waterloo - Text on back: Holy Cross Lutheran Church of Wartburg (Mo. Synod) – located approximately 4 miles southwest of Waterloo, Illinois, was organized in 1841. The church building was built in 1863; the bell tower was added in 1913. The congregation is dedicated to preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all in its community. Vintage postcard has writing on the back, is postmarked 1973 and complete with intact 8-cent stamp. Postcard is in good condition.

Douglas Park Auditorium, Chicago - No text on back. Vintage postcard has writing on the back, is postmarked 1911 and complete with intact 1-cent stamp. Postcard is in good condition with slight edge/corner wear.

Garfield Park, Chicago - No text on back. Vintage postcard has writing on the back, is postmarked ???? and complete with intact 1-cent stamp. Postcard is in good condition with slight edge/corner wear.

Route 66 Set of 10 Custom Postcards - Take your postcards with on your next Route 66 journey. These ten custom cards are only available here on Legends of America. Postcards include: Route 66 Sign, Illinois Vintage Route 66, Missouri Vintage Route 66, Kansas Vintage Route 66, Oklahoma Vintage Route 66, Texas Vintage Route 66, New Mexico Vintage Route 66, Arizona Vintage Route 66, California Vintage Route 66, and All Signs Point to Route 66. All postcards are brand new and in mint condition.

East High School, Aurora - No text on back. Vintage postcard is unused and in good condition.

First Methodist Church, Pittsfield - Text on back: First Methodist Church, Pittsfield, Illinois. Vintage postcard is unused and in good condition.

YMCA Hotel, Chicago - Text on back: Chicago's YMCA Hotel. Accommodations for 2,000 men – women – families, Cafeteria – Coffee Shop – Programs for Guests Near the loop – Convenient to transportation – Chicago’s Center for Young Adult Living. Vintage postcard has writing on back but is not postmarked. Postcard is in good condition.

Ernie Edwards, Route 66 Hall of Fame of Illinois - Text on back: Ernie Edwards, Pig Hip Restaurant. On 6/16/37, a legend was born in Broadwell & before it ended in Sept. '91 the Pig Hip Restaurant, Sandwich, & its colorful owner would be known worldwide. Ernie, known for his gift of gab, greeted travelers who went there with great stories & food. The Pig hip is closed now, but Ernie & his wife, Francis, are still there to tell the tales of the Mother Road. located on Route 66 in Broadwell. (I-55/Exit-119). Postcard is unused and in excellent condition.

Senior Memorial Gate, University of Illinois - Text on back: Senior Memorial Gate, University of Illinois. Vintage postcard is unused and in good condition.

Pike County Courthouse, Pittsfield, Illinois - Text on back: Pike County Courthouse, octagonal in shape, is a unique landmark on the square in Pittsfield, Illinois. Built of Berea stone in 1893-94, the building was designed by Henry Elliot of Chicago and cost, at the time, $45,000. It is listed by the Illinois Arts Council as one of Illinois’ 10 most outstanding examples of courthouse architecture. Vintage postcard is unused and in good condition.

Twilight Motel, Hume, Illinois - Text on back: Twilite Motel on U.S. 36. Completely Modern Unites – Natural Gas wall heaters – Air cooled in summer – Simmons Beauty Rest beds – Air conditioned grill with complete food service. Reservations accepted. Phone Hume 25R2, Hume, Illinois. Vintage postcard is unused and in good condition with slight edge/corner wear.

Golf Lane, Near the Punch Bowl, Rock Island, Illinois - No text on back. Vintage postcard is unused and in good condition with slight edge/corner wear.

Captain Francis Mowery, Route 66 Hall of Fame of Illinois - Text on back: Captain Francis Mowery. Francis worked for the Illinois State Police from 1941-1974. Member of first graduating class in '41 of the State Police Training Academy. After his return from W.W. II, he began his beat on Route 66 near Pontiac. promoted to Sergeant in '52, Lieutenant in '47, and in '62 became 1st Captain and first Commander of the new District 6, which runs from Dwight to McLean to his retirement in '74. He currently lives in Fairbury, IL. Postcard is unused and in excellent condition.

Chicago Academy of Science, Chicago - No text on back. Vintage postcard is unused and in good condition with slight edge/corner wear.

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Nostalgic Photograph Prints - From our personal Photo Print Shop, you'll find a number of nostalgic photo prints mostly from the early 20th century ranging from gas pumps, to grocery stores, 1920's flappers, model-T's, children, Christmas and a whole lot more.