| Summary: | View of the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception in Mobile, AL. Shows the building, a large tree, and the wrought iron fence. Postcard is a color print of the scene. Postmarked Apr 14, 1942. Divided back postcard.Printed on front: 'Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Mobile, Ala.', 'Photo by Overbey Studio', '7A-H2621' ; Printed on back: 'The foundation of this Roman Catholic Cathedral, was laid about 1837, by Bishop Portier, first Bishop of Mobile, but was not completed until 1850. It is of Renaissance Architecture, modelled after the famous Magdalen Church of Paris. Seating capacity 800. In its crypt lie the remains of five Bishops. The Centennial of the laying of the foundation stone was celebrated January 25th, 1938.' 'Carter's News Agency, Mobile, Ala.', 'Genuine Curteich-Chicago ""C.T. Art-colortone"" Post Card (Reg.U.S.Pat.Off.)'Written on back: 'Hello Charley, I got here safely. I am having a nice time. The weather is sure nice here. Thanks for helping me out. Francis', 'Mr. Charles Schmitt, 523 Eline Ave. St. Matthews, Ky.'
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