Summary: | Color print view of the beautiful garden scene at the home of George B. Ward, located in Vestavia in Birmingham. AL. Beautiful landscaped grounds and garden. Flowers, shrubs and other greenery complete the landscape Dome-like gazebo with gold top sits behind the garden. This beautiful place sits atop Shades Mountain and overlooks the city of Birmingham. Postmarked September 9, 1941. Divided back postcard.Printed on front: 'Home Of George B. Ward, Shades Mountain, Birmingham, Ala.' Printed on back: 'Vestavia is the country home of George B. Ward. It is located on the crest of Shades Mountain about six miles from Birmingham, Alabama, and is a replica of the Temple of Vesta at Rome. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and the view, looking from the house, gives an unsuppressed picture of the surrounding countryside. 68537. "Tichnor Quality Views" Reg. U. S. Pat. Off. Made Only By Tichnor Bros., Inc., Boston, Mass.'Written on back: 'Well, this isn't California, but it isn't bad. I hated to miss Y.W.A. but this was the only week I could get. See you soon. Love Louise Shepherd., Miss Charlotte Rose, Vance Ave., Chattanooga, Tennessee'
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