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Gift of Jessie Norton-Lazenby, 2021.44.70, Connecticut Historical Society, Copyright Undetermin…
Lake Compounce, Bristol
Gift of Jessie Norton-Lazenby, 2021.44.70, Connecticut Historical Society, Copyright Undetermined

Lake Compounce, Bristol

Date1950-1985
MediumPhotomechanical print on paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions: 3 1/2 × 5 1/2in. (8.9 × 14cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Jessie Norton-Lazenby
DescriptionA color photo postcard depicting a toddler fishing on the shore of Lake Compounce in Bristol, Connecticut in the autumn. In the background are trees of many colors along the shore.
Object number2021.44.70
MarkingsPrinted in blue ink on back: "LAKE COMPOUNCE - in Bristol, Conn., is America's Pioneer / Playground (Est. 1846). It's Modern Amusement Area and Natu- / ral Picnic Groves, provide diversified recreation for every age / and mood."

Printed in blue ink on back: "PLACE / STAMP / HERE"

Printed in blue ink on back: "POST CARD / Address"

Printed in blue ink on back: "Published by NATCO Natural Color Cards Co., Ridgefield Park, N.J."

Printed in blue ink on back: "S8169"
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