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RUINS OF BRADEN CASTLE, MANATEE, FLA. NEAR BRADENTON.
Postcard depicting the white and pale grey stone ruins of Braden Castle, prominently featuring window and door openings with no roofs.
The back reads, "BRADEN CASTLE, the ruins of which are located at the junction of the Braden and Manatee Rivers, was built before the Civil War, about the year 1854. It was owned then by Dr. Braden, the operator of a large sugar plantation, and although not built for the purpose of a stockade, yet it was arranged to withstand Indian attacks, and was loop-holed to admit of rifle defense. It was attacked several times unsuccessfully by the Indians and was the scene of several bloody engagements. The castle remained in good condition until 1903, when it caught fire and was badly damaged."Tags Asheville Post Card Co., Beautiful Florida Series, braden castle, bradenton, C. T. American Art, FloridaPosition: 243 (36 views)
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Ruins of the Old Braden Castle, near Bradentown, Fla.
Postcard depicting the ruins of the Old Braden Castle near Bradentown (now Bradenton), Florida. The structure appears abandoned with only the outer stone walls standing. Postmarked November 13, 1908.Position: 245 (32 views)
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Dunlawton Sugar Mill Gardens
Postcard featuring a vibrant color photo of the ruins of the old Sugar Mill near Daytona Beach, Florida, also known as Dunlawton Sugar Mill Gardens. Postmarked 1968. The back reads, “The old Sugar Mill near Daytona Beach, Florida. Built in early 18th century, is now in ruins and overrun with vines, but an outstanding attraction for the many tourists, coming to Daytona Beach.”Position: 244 (34 views)
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St. Anne Shrine, Grotto of Lourdes, Lake Wales, Fla.
A colored postcard for the St. Anne Shrine in Lake Wales, showing the Grotto of Lourdes at the site. The back reads, " Reproduction of famous grotto of Lourdes in France, where Our Lady appeared to Bernadette Soubiroux on 18 occasions. Dedicated by His Grace the Most Rev. Patrick Barry, Bishop of St. Augustine, Fla. on February 11th, 1933 on the occasion of the seventy-fifth anniversary of the apparition."Position: 241 (39 views)
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Remuda Ranch matchbook cover
A matchbook cover for Remuda Ranch near Fort Myers, Florida.Position: 224 (61 views)
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Tunnel of Fantasy Brochure
A brochure for the no longer extant, small attraction, "The Tunnel of Fantasy," formerly "The Atomic Tunnel," located south of Daytona Beach. The interior features photos of “Smokey,” the photogenic monkey, and “Mac,” the macaw. The tunnel’s interior can be seen in the bottom left of the brochure.Position: 207 (73 views)
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Atomic Tunnel brochure
A brochure for the no longer extant, small attraction, "The Atomic Tunnel," located south of Daytona Beach. The interior features photos of “Smokey,” the photogenic monkey, and “Mac,” the macaw. The tunnel’s interior can be seen in the bottom left of the brochure.Position: 234 (54 views)
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Beautyrest Cabins
A postcard for the Beautyrest Cabins in Bayard, Fla. The back reads, "16 Cottages (22 rooms) With Private Baths, Hot and Cold Water. Garages. Gifts, Candies and Jellies. Modern Restaurant Serving Good Food. Air Colled In Summer, Duo Therm Heated In Winter. Winter. Reservations, P. O. Box 6. Telephone Bayard 2. Mr. & Mrs. F. Sarman, Props. On U.S. No. 1. 15 Miles South of Jacksonville at BAYARD, FLORIDA."Position: 164 (98 views)
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Horne's Motor Lodge
A real photo postcard for Horne's Motor Lodge in Gainesville, Fla. The back reads, "A new dimension in highway hospitality, personal service, comfort and luxury. One hundred Soundproof Rooms, Heated Pool, beautiful Crown Room for dining and cocktails."Position: 230 (58 views)
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Thunderbird Motor Hotel matchbook cover
A matchbook cover for the Thunderbird Motor Hotel in Jacksonville, Fla.Position: 134 (116 views)