Pony carts on Belle Isle
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Description
View of pony carts in front of pavilion on Belle Isle; children stand nearby. Printed on front: "Pony carts, Belle Isle Park, Detroit, Mich." Printed on back: "The pony carts on Belle Isle are one of the many attractions at this beautiful resort. A minimum charge is made for service, and they are kept constantly on the go by the many youngsters who enjoy these rides to no small extent." Handwritten on back: "Dear Sister, I received your card, sorry to hear that you were so poorly, I will call and see you as soon as I can get someone to go with me as I cannot go on the cars alone so I have to wait for ... or Christine. Sister ... " Card is postmarked May 29, 1911.
Details
- Resource ID:
- bh002901
- Subject:
- Belle Isle Park (Detroit, Mich.)
- Ponies--Michigan--Detroit
- Carriages and carts--Michigan--Detroit
- Postcards
- Date:
- c.1911
- Format:
- 1 postcard : col. ; 3.5 x 5.5 in.
- Department:
- Burton Historical Collection
- Location:
- D/Parks-Belle Isle
- Copyright:
- Physical rights are retained by DPL. Copyright is retained in accordance with U.S. copyright laws.