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Robinson-Spangler North Carolina Room Image Collection

Mecklenburg Dec. Celebration

View of South Tryon Street, looking north over Fourth Street toward Independence Square in 1909. The city was decorated for the May 20th celebration and the distinguished guest, President Howard Taft.

Physical Description: 8x10

Publisher: Unknown

Elizabeth College Dorm Room

Miss McLinn's Room at Elizabeth College.Elizabeth College was located on Hawthorne Road. It opened in 1896. This popular school for girls remained in Charlotte until 1915.

Physical Description: Original in scrapbook35mm negative

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Town of Matthews

A view of Matthews, North Carolina in the 1910s.

Physical Description: 3x5 black and white

Publisher: Unknown

`Midway` Elizabeth College

Part of Elizabeth College's campus known as `the Midway` during the winter of 1902.Elizabeth College was located on Hawthorne Road. It opened in 1896. This popular school for girls remained in Charlotte until 1915. The main building is now used by Presbyterian Hospital.

Physical Description: Original in scrapbook35mm negative

Publisher: Public Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County

Lake Haven Ranch Camp

Lake Haven Ranch Camp in Matthews, North Carolina was a Resident and Day Camp `programs based on the activities and ideals in which our nation's resourceful farm youth were nurtured.Dan and Avery Hood were the Directors.

Physical Description: 3x5

Publisher: Rudy Kugler

Uptown Charlotte

Wonderful view of North Tryon Street in the mid-1920s. Image features businesses, including the Kress and Ivey's, cars, people, and streetcars.

Physical Description: 8x10

Publisher: Unknown

Elizabeth College Winter Scene

Midway section of Elizabeth College looking toward the Conservatory after a snowstorm.Elizabeth College was located on Hawthorne Road. It opened in 1896. This popular school for girls remained in Charlotte until 1915.

Physical Description: Original in scrapbook 35 mm negative

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Matthews Swimming Pool & Club

The Matthews Swimming Pool and Club was located on Sam Newell Road.

Physical Description: 3x5 some color, mostly black and white.

Publisher: Rudy Kugler