Missouri Postcards

Missouri Postcards

Missouri Postcards

Old St. Louis Courthouse - Text on back: Old Courthouse, St. Louis, Missouri. The Old Court House whose cornerstone was laid in 1839 and completed in 1862, is situated on the grounds formerly contained a whipping post used in "dispensing justice." This historic structure was the scene of the Dred Scott Trail and also the starting point of the Daniel Boone trial.

Jesse James - Text on back: Bank, stage, train bandit, he was a member of the Quantrill Raiders in the Civil War. Jesse and his brother Frank formed a gang with the Youngers after the war. In 17 years, his gang robed more than a quarter of a million dollars. Jesse was shot in the back by Bob Ford for the reward. Insert: Death photo of James. Oversize postcard, 6 3/8"x4 3/8, is new, unused and in mint condition.

The Diamonds - Text on back: Located at the junction of U.S. Highways 50 - 66 and Missouri 100, 37 miles Southwest of St. Louis. Known from coast to coast for fine foods and courteous service. Postcard is new, unused and in mint condition.

Harry S. Truman Library - Text on back: The Harry S. Truman Library, Independence, Missouri. Entrance to the Museum of the Presidency. The building was built by private subscription and given to the Government to house papers, books and a museum relating to the presidency of the U.S. Vintage postcard is unused, in good condition, shows slight edge wear.

White River Valley - Text on back: Me and my pal in the Ozarks. View of White River Valley from Inspiration Point. Vintage postcard is unused, in good condition, showing some edge wear.

Rock View Court, Hwy 66, Springfield - Text on back: Rock View Court. On Highway 66, R.F.D. 10 1/2 mile east Junction U.S. 65 and U.S. 66. Phone 6-9945, Springfield, Missouri. 17 units, tub & shower, Beautyrest Foam pillows, modern furniture, radios, T.V., steam heat, refrigerated quiet units in rear playground, 24 hour joining cafe. Vintage postcard is unused and in good condition.

Jesse James - Text on back: Born September 5, 1847 in Kearney, Clay County, Missouri. The notorious outlaw and bandit was killed at St. Joseph, Missouri by Bob Ford, "the dirty little coward" who shot Jesse in the back. Many people around the United States look upon Jesse James with an image of Robin Hood. Postcard is new, unused and in mint condition.

St John's Hospital, Springfield - Text on back: Built and equipped at a cost of $7,500,000, St. John's Hospital, Springfield, Missouri, is one of the largest and most modern in the middle-west. Operated by the Sisters of Mercy. Vintage postcard is unused and in very good condition.

$1.79 Item #: mov-7

Mule Trading Post - Text on back: Mule Trading Post, Texaco Service. U.S. 66, Interstate 44, Rolla, Missouri 65401. Midway between St. Louis, Mo. & Springfield, Mo. Vintage postcard is unused and in very good condition.

$8.99 Item #: mov-9

Baptist Hill - Text on Front: Baptist Hill, U.S. Highway #65 Bridge, Lake Taneycomo, Missouri. "in the Beautiful Ozarks, Land of a Million Smiles." No text on back. Vintage linen postcard is unused and in very good condition.

$3.99 Item #: mov-11

Kansas City Swiss Tavern - No text on back: This real picture postcard of an aerial view of Kansas City shows the Swiss Tavern and houses in the neighborhood. There are markings right across the top of the "Swiss Tavern" name and along the side. Postcard is in very good condition for its age.