Boardwalk and Beach at Ocean Beach, New London, Conn.
PublisherPublished by
The New London News Co.
American
Datemid 20th century
MediumPhotomechanical prints; colored printer's inks on postcard
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 3 1/2 x 5 1/2in. (8.9 x 14cm)
Sheet (height x width): 3 1/2 x 5 1/2in. (8.9 x 14cm)
Sheet (height x width): 3 1/2 x 5 1/2in. (8.9 x 14cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Karen Zbierski
DescriptionMen and women walk on a long boardwalk with metal railings. Trash casns and electric light poles line the boardwalk. A playground with grassy lawn, slides, and swings is at the left. A broad sandy beach is at the right. Buildings and flags, including an American flag, are in the background.
Object number2011.423.1
InscribedOn recto, upper left, printed in black ink, "Boardwalk and Beach at Ocean Beach, New London, Conn."On verso, lengthy message in blue ink, "Gee! it's a classy place and you should see the Hotel. It [is] terrific. {They] have a Restaurant combine with a cocktail Lounge and nightclub where you can have a drink and a three piece Band plays every night, even the 'Bunny Hop....'"; lower right, in pencil, accession number
On View
Not on view
Chapin News Company
about 1905
