Gulfport, MS: Plantation Manor, on Hiway 90 -- Mississippi CityThis vintage linen postcard of Gulfport, Mississippi was printed by the Tichnor Brothers of Boston, circa 19301945. It pictures Plantation Manor, on Hiway 90, Mississippi City, Miss.. It survives as a small, vivid window into Gulfport 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

The home served as a refuge for children orphaned during the Civil War

showcasing its impressive columns and portico

Brandywine grew up around the railroad and the highway

offering insights into the design and construction techniques of the period

Frances Benjamin Johnstons work continues to provide valuable insights into historical architecture

a Revolutionary War veteran and the only Grand Master of America appointed in 1771

Spanish moss drapes gracefully from the trees

The portico serves as a welcoming entryway

ensuring that the rich details and stories of the past are preserved for future generations

adding a layer of historical context to its significance

Woven through the view are many of the historic streets and rail lines that shaped daily life around the town

exactly the kind of traveler a roadside motel like this one hoped to greet