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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

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 (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

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

Dilworth Road

Dilworth Road looking north toward Addison Apartments. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: E. C. Kropp Company

Tryon Street

The 100 block of North Tryon Street at night. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: CT American Art

Charlotte Country Club

Charlotte Country Club began as The Mecklenburg Club in 1910. This first Club was located west of the city adjoining a pond on or near Stewart Creek. The activities of this early Club were confined to card games, picnics, boating, and fishing. The name was changed to Charlotte Country Club in 1917. The club moved to its present location in the Plaza Midwood neighborhood in 1931. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: American News Company