Las Vegas 1950s

I never get tired of early Vegas postcards and photos. I especially like the ones with Cadillacs in them and the Tropicana postcard is one of my all-time favorites.

~~ Desert Inn Hotel Casino Postcard ~~

~~ The Tropicana Hotel Postcard ~~

~~ The Moulin Rouge Postcard ~~

Las Vegas 1950s

I never get tired of early Vegas postcards and photos. I especially like the ones with Cadillacs in them and the Tropicana postcard is one of my all-time favorites.

~~ Desert Inn Hotel Casino Postcard ~~

~~ The Tropicana Hotel Postcard ~~

~~ The Moulin Rouge Postcard ~~

8th Annual Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance & Motoring Festival

The warmth southern hospitality was on display during the 8th Annual Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance (www.hhiconcours.com)!

The event displayed four wonderful events including the Savannah/Hilton Head Speed Classic, Motoring Midway, Car Club Jamboree and the Concours d'Elegance. There was always something to admire during this four day event!

It was amazing listening to the stories behind each vintage vehicle. The gentleman in the photograph told the story of how he purchased his 1930 Essex, 53 years ago for $45 dollars! The original price for the 1930 Essex was approximately $685. The event had a relaxing atmosphere and enthusiasts were encouraged to interact with both the owners and vintage vehicles.

The honored Marque for the event was Mercedes-Benz. Please click on the video below to view this gorgeous 1953 Mercedes-Benz 500 K.

This is a 1972 Ferrari Dino 246 Spyder! This is the only 246 Dino Spyder with a fuel injected engine.

This is a beautiful 1931 Mercer Convertible Roadster, and was the only car completed by Mercer Company for 1931. The Factory guaranteed 100 mph for it's 140 hp engine! Only 150 miles on the engine!

This is a remarkable 1920 Stutz H. This classic accommondated 6-7 passengers, and had a sticker price of $3,500!

The 8th Annual Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance & Motoring Festival also hosts other exhibits including several beautiful classic wooden Chris Crafts, Test and Drive from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Infiniti and Jaguar and the ultra sleek Infiniti Essence concept vehicle. The event attracted thousands of car enthusiast to Hilton Head Island, and it was exciting to see all the enthusiasts enjoying show.

Congratulations to Carolyn Vanagel, Executive Director, and further event organizers in making this event a success! Please click on http://www.hhiconcours.com/ for additional information this wonderful event!

See you in 2010!

SP Steam 4-8-4

Southern Pacific Railroad - Steam 4-8-4 - Dayton's Bluff, Saint Paul, Minnesota, July 18, 2009 - As if on cue, the SP 4449 smokes it up for the onlookers above.

Southern Pacific Railroad - Steam 4-8-4 - Dayton's Bluff, Saint Paul, Minnesota, July 18, 2009 - The character of the steam engine from above.

Southern Pacific Railroad - Steam 4-8-4 - Oil Valley School Road trestle, Wacker, Illinois, July 18, 2009 - On the approach to Chadwick, IL., the SP4449 completes it's climb out of the Mississippi River valley and will soon encounter the hill 'n dale of the west end of the C&I.

LINK: More great railroad photos at HeartlandRails.Com - THANKS RAY !!!

SP Steam 4-8-4

Southern Pacific Railroad - Steam 4-8-4 - Dayton's Bluff, Saint Paul, Minnesota, July 18, 2009 - As if on cue, the SP 4449 smokes it up for the onlookers above.

Southern Pacific Railroad - Steam 4-8-4 - Dayton's Bluff, Saint Paul, Minnesota, July 18, 2009 - The character of the steam engine from above.

Southern Pacific Railroad - Steam 4-8-4 - Oil Valley School Road trestle, Wacker, Illinois, July 18, 2009 - On the approach to Chadwick, IL., the SP4449 completes it's climb out of the Mississippi River valley and will soon encounter the hill 'n dale of the west end of the C&I.

LINK: More great railroad photos at HeartlandRails.Com - THANKS RAY !!!

Signs of LIFE

Mobil Gas station, named "The Happy Landing" featuring a converted commercial passenger plane with Mobil flying red horse logo on its wing, used both as an office and a promotional gimmick to lure customers - Los Angeles 1936 - LIFE Photographer: Alfred Eisenstaedt.

Neon sign and spotlights being used for grand opening of a Jim Dandy Supermarket - December 1945 - LIFE Photographer: Walter Sanders.

A 19 foot chair being used as an advertising stunt in Washington, DC - October 1958 - LIFE Photographer: Ed Clark.

Night exterior of Eavey supermarket - Ft Wayne, Indiana - September 1957 - LIFE Photographer: Francis Miller.

A sign advertising the farm district in Dell City, Texas - October 1960 - LIFE Photographer: Joseph Scherschel.

LINK: LIFE Magazine Photo Archives

Signs of LIFE

Mobil Gas station, named "The Happy Landing" featuring a converted commercial passenger plane with Mobil flying red horse logo on its wing, used both as an office and a promotional gimmick to lure customers - Los Angeles 1936 - LIFE Photographer: Alfred Eisenstaedt.

Neon sign and spotlights being used for grand opening of a Jim Dandy Supermarket - December 1945 - LIFE Photographer: Walter Sanders.

A 19 foot chair being used as an advertising stunt in Washington, DC - October 1958 - LIFE Photographer: Ed Clark.

Night exterior of Eavey supermarket - Ft Wayne, Indiana - September 1957 - LIFE Photographer: Francis Miller.

A sign advertising the farm district in Dell City, Texas - October 1960 - LIFE Photographer: Joseph Scherschel.

LINK: LIFE Magazine Photo Archives