Jackson, MS: Drake Motel, Hi-Way 80 West -- JacksonThis vintage linen postcard of Jackson, Mississippi was printed by the Tichnor Brothers of Boston, circa 19301945. It pictures Drake Motel, Hi Way 80 West, Jackson, Miss.. It survives as a small, vivid window into Jackson as travelers once saw it. It comes from the golden age of American "linen" postcards , named for the soft, textured rag paper that gave them their warmth and glow , and belongs to the celebrated Tichnor Brothers Collection. This

This house reflects the early colonial influence in Virginia

Built by William Williams Thorne

served various roles during this era

making this photograph an important contribution to the understanding of Southern architecture

Augustines architectural evolution

has a rich history that is encapsulated in its architecture

This vintage linen postcard of Columbus

known for its rich history and as one of the oldest cities in the United States

which documents significant structures and interiors

known as the House of the Turk

a project that documented significant buildings across the Southern United States

representing the lifestyle and architectural styles of the early 19th century