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Postcard showing a large building in the background with a bridge spanning a river in the foreground. A river barge passes under the bridge. Charles C. Myers notes that the building is the Hotel de Ville, one of the leading hotels in Paris, France. It is also home to the city’s municipal government.
1910
Postcard showing a panoramic view of several bridges on the Seine River in Paris. According to Charles C. Myers, the photograph was taken from a hot air balloon, which is a popular way to see panoramic views of the city. Myers notes another hot air balloon and the Pont Alexander III in the distance as well as trees and parkways along the river.
1910
Postcard showing an airplane flying near the Eiffel Tower. The Seine River is visible in front of the Eiffel Tower and The Grande Roue de Paris is visible to the right of the Eiffel Tower. Charles C. Myers notes this is one of the first airplanes to successfully circle the Eiffel Tower, a feat which several individuals lost their lives attempting. Myers comments cards such as this are sold at the Eiffel Tower post office as souvenirs.
1910-12-02
Postcard showing the Eiffel Tower with the Seine River in the foreground and the Grande Roue de Paris in the background. Charles C. Myers describes the visitor attractions located on the various platforms in the Eiffel Tower. Because of the height of the structure, Myers believes one can get the best view of the surrounding areas just before sunset. Myers notes admission to the Eiffel Tower is one franc or twenty cents.
1910
Postcard showing people, carts, and cars traveling over the Alexandre III Bridge. The Esplanade des Invalides and the Dôme des Invalides are visible in the background. Charles C. Myers notes the dimensions of the bridge and the meaning behind the gilded decorations on the bridge.
1910
Postcard showing the Alexandre III Bridge in Paris, France. Two river boats pass under the bridge as individuals travel on the bridge above. Charles C. Myers notes the photograph, taken on the down stream side of the river, shows the full 352 foot steel arch under the bridge.
1910