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Gift of Jessie Norton-Lazenby, 2021.44.72, Connecticut Historical Society, Copyright Undetermin…
Part of Midway at Lake Compounce, Bristol
Gift of Jessie Norton-Lazenby, 2021.44.72, Connecticut Historical Society, Copyright Undetermined

Part of Midway at 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 postcard depicting the center of Lake Compounce's Midway in Bristol, Connecticut. The photo is taken from a high vantage point overlooking the many visitors wandering the area. The Wildcat rollercoast is in the back of the shot, while anything on the right is obsciued by a large tree.
Object number2021.44.72
MarkingsPrinted in green ink on back: "Part of Midway / at / Lake Compounce, Bristol, Conn."

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

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

Printed in green ink on back: "John A. Carter - Winsted, Conn. 203-379-4412"

Printed in green ink on back: "K" logo

Printed in green ink on back: "121505"
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