Mitchell, SD: Silver Star Motel, on highways 16 & 37This vintage linen postcard of Mitchell, South Dakota was printed by the Tichnor Brothers of Boston, circa 19301945. It pictures Silver Star Motel, on highways 16 & 37, Mitchell, South Dakota. It survives as a small, vivid window into Mitchell as travelers once saw it. It comes from the golden age of American "linen" postcards , named for the soft, textured rag paper that gave them their warmth and glow , and belongs to the celebrated Tichnor Brothers

dating from the mid-20th century

The image highlights the architectural elements that characterized the citys business districts

serves as a valuable historical record

vivid window into Clearwater as travelers once saw it

Notable for its historical significance

and porches that characterize the period

emphasizes the cultural heritage of Winston-Salem and the Moravian community

The Farmers & Exchange Bank stands as a testament to the economic development of the area and the architectural styles prevalent during the period

It was acquired from the Frances Benjamin Johnston estate in 1953 and is an integral part of the Library of Congresss extensive collection

showcasing the regions cultural heritage

The survey aimed to catalog the Southern architectural landscape during a pivotal time in American history

part of her extensive work