| Summary: | Color print view of the lobby of new post office located in Mobile. AL. Long covered portico lined with white columns on one side. Bronze tiles cover ceiling from one end to the other. Postmarked September 8, 1920. Divided back postcard.Printed on front: 'Lobby Of New Post Office, Mobile, Ala.' Printed on back: 'This is Mobile's most handsome building; is occupies a space of 116 ft. x 160 ft. The construction work was begun August , 1914 and completed September 1916. The building is two stories high and fireproof, the exterior is Alabama white marble, while the screen work, boxes, etc., are bronze. There are very elaborate decorations throughout the building, the gold leaf decorations alone costing approximately $2,500.00. The heating system is the latest, therostat controlled. The approximate cost of the site, building, equipment and furnishings is $425,000.00. E. C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee 17692'. Written on back: 'Dear Sis and All. Hope this finds you all as well and happy as it leaves us. Are having some time will see you all before long. Lovingly, Ray. Mrs. Grace Rose 412 Central Ave, Columbus, Ohio.'
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