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Postcard showing the main staircase in the Palais Garnier, the opera house in Paris. The staircase is surrounded by sculptures, candelabras, and lamps on both sides. Charles C. Myers notes that the staircase is made entirely of marble, with the steps in white marble and the railings and columns in various other colors. Myers describes the staircase as “a remarkable piece of art.”
1910
Postcard showing an image of the interior of the Opéra Garnier’s stage, floor seats, and four tiers of box seats at full seating capacity. The domed ceiling is decorated, and a large chandelier hangs down. Charles C. Myers believes a visit to the opera house is worthwhile, even if one does not understand French. He notes that a box seat costs approximately five franc, or one dollar.
1910
This postcard shows a very busy street in Paris, with a profusion of pedestrians, carts, and busses. In the background stands the Cathedral of Notre Dame, as well as other large buildings. Charles C. Myers explains that this is one of the principal rendezvous points of many bus and street car lines, and describes Parisian public transit.
1910
Postcard showing a close-up view of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France. Pedestrians are visible in front of the cathedral. Charles C. Myers discusses the dimensions of the cathedral and the pipe organ. He comments on the stained glass depicting the life of Christ and the statues of Adam and Eve.
1910
Postcard showing a street in Paris, France, with the Pantheon visible in the background, framed by two other buildings. A fountain and fenced garden area at the center of the street. Charles C. Myers notes that the Pantheon was built over the grave of Genevieve, the patron saint of Paris, and is dedicated to her.
1910
Postcard showing a close-up view of a domed, neoclassical building, the Pantheon, in Paris, France. Charles C. Myers discusses the building’s dimensions and notes that it was originally built as a church and then converted into a memorial hall.
1910
Postcard showing a boat traveling down the Thames River past the Victoria Embankment in London, England. Charles C. Myers notes the history and construction of the Victoria Embankment and the tunnels underneath the street.
1910
Postcard showing the Crystal Palace in London, England and the surrounding park. Charles C. Myers comments on the building costs and the recent sale of the palace. Myers notes the building was previously used as an amusement palace.
1911
Postcard showing the Houses of Parliament in London, England. A boat is seen traveling down the River Thames in the foreground. Charles C. Myers describes various architectural aspects and cost of the building. Myers describes the clock tower and notes it is nicknamed “Big Ben” after Sir. Benjamin Hall.
1910-1911
Postcard showing the West Towers and western entrance to Westminster Abbey in London, England. A busy street is in the foreground. Charles C. Myers notes the use of the Abbey as a burial site and the site of the royal coronation ceremonies. Myers describes the side of the building.
1910-1911
Postcard showing a view of the north side of Westminster Abbey in London, England.
1911
Postcard showing the High Altar in Westminster Abbey. Charles C. Myers notes it is located in the center of the Abbey.
1911
Postcard showing the shrine of Saint Edward the Confessor in Westminster Abbey. Charles C. Myers notes it is located behind the High Altar in the Abbey.
1911
This postcard shows the Catholic church of Guantánamo, Cuba. many benches are situated nearby, along with green spaces where trees and plants grow. Charles C. Myers notes that he attended services here on Palm Sunday of 1910.
1910
Postcard featuring Diamond Head volcano in Hawaii and two men with canoes. Charles C. Myers describes the construction and use of these canoes by the native Hawaiians.
1911
Postcard showing a homestead in New Zealand. Charles C. Myers notes that this is a homestead of a native of New Zealand.
1908
Postcards showing a group of Maori women cooking. Charles C. Myers notes that this scene takes place in a camp in New Zealand.
1908
Postcard showing a Kauri tree in New Zealand. Charles C. Myers notes that much of the wood for manufacturing furniture throughout the world comes from the large trees in New Zealand.
1908
Postcard showing sanatorium grounds in Auckland, New Zealand. Charles C. Myers notes that a part of the park is shown on the postcard.
1908
Postcard showing the Whangarei Falls in New Zealand. Three people can be seen near the water in front of the falls. Charles C. Myers notes the location of the falls are in the mountains.
1908