Gift of Nancy K. Smith, 2009.27.140 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

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Gift of Nancy K. Smith, 2009.27.128 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Gift of Nancy K. Smith, 2009.27.144 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Gift of Nancy K. Smith, 2009.27.141 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Gift of Nancy K. Smith, 2009.27.105 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Gift of Nancy K. Smith, 2009.27.186 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Gift of Nancy K. Smith, 2009.27.177 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Gift of Nancy K. Smith, 2009.27.110 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Gift of Nancy K. Smith, 2009.27.108 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Gift of Nancy K. Smith, 2009.27.149 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Gift of Nancy K. Smith, 2009.27.176 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Gift of Nancy K. Smith, 2009.27.153 © 2009 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Postcards of Savin Rock, New Haven

PrinterPrinted by Souvenir Post Card Co. (American)

PublisherPublished by Danziger & Berman

PublisherPublished by Robbins Brothers (American, 1878 - 1932)

PrinterPrinted by The Hugh C. Leighton Co. (American)

PublisherPublished by Harold Hahn (American)

PrinterPrinted by Robert Weller (American)

PrinterPrinted by Rotograph Co.

Date1905-1950

MediumPhotomechanical prints; colored and black and white printers' inks on postcards

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 3 1/2 x 5 1/2in. (8.9 x 14cm) and smaller Sheet (height x width): 3 1/2 x 5 1/2in. (8.9 x 14cm)

ClassificationsGraphics

Credit LineGift of Nancy K. Smith

Object number2009.27.105-.186

DescriptionPostcards consist of images from Savin Rock. There are several images of the amusement rides including the water chute, the ferris wheel, the roller coaster, and the merry-go-round. There are also several views of the beach and Long Island Sound from the pier, as well as, images of sunbathers and swimmers. Images include both daytime and nighttime scenes.

NotesSubject notes: 2009.27.153 is a nighttime image of Bishop's Colonnade. The scene includes the pier and boats on the Long Island Sound. There is a water fountain on the grounds and the walk ways are lined with trees. There is a full moon. The card was issued by Robert Weller, designer and engraver from Hartford, Connecticut.

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