South Tryon Street
A view of South Tryon Street in the early 1900s. The Academy of Music can be seen on the left. Physical Description: 3x5 black and white Publisher: Rotograph Company
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Robinson-Spangler North Carolina Room Image Collection
Elizabeth College
Elizabeth College operated in Charlotte from 1896 to 1915. It was located at the intersection of Hawthorne Lane and Elizabeth Avenue. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: Unknown
Douglas Municipal Airport
The Charlotte Municpal Airport opened in 1936 under the auspices of the city of Charlotte.
During World War II, the United States Army Airforce took over the management of the airport and established Morris Field Air Base in 1941. The airfield was used by the Third Airforce for antisubmarine patrols and training. After the war, a passenger terminal was added, and the airport was renamed the Douglas Municipal Airport in honor of Mayor Ben E. Douglas (1894-1981). Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: Dixie News Company
Selwyn Hotel (Interior View of the Dining Area)
Interior shot of the Selwyn Hotel that was located on West Trade Street. Physical Description: 3x5 black and white Publisher: Unknown
Independence Square
Independence Square is the intersection of Trade and Tryon Streets. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: E. C. Kropp Company
Charlotte Memorial Hospital
Aerial view of Charlotte Memorial Hospital, now known as Carolinas Medical Center. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: Dexter Press
Charlotte Business District
Charlotte Business District with Realty Building on the corner and a trolley coming down the tracks. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: S H Kress
Selwyn Hotel (Lobby)
Interior shot of the Selwyn Hotel that was located on West Trade Street. Physical Description: 3x5 black and white Publisher: Unknown
Tryon Street
A view of Tryon Street and the Independence Building. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: B & H Photo Company
United States Post Office in Charlotte
The United States Post Office in Charlotte during the late 1800s was located on West Trade Street at the corner of Mint Street. This structure stood from 1881 to 1915. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: Unknown