Charlotte Landmarks Under Construction
Photo: 6/13/57 - Article: 6/14/57. Local architects Odell and Associates and builder J.A. Jones took the 15-story Wachovia Bank project from drawing board to completion at 129 West Trade Street.
The mood of the people as expressed in handmade signs, 1960-1993
Signs of Segregation and Desegregation
Same Name, Different Game
Basketball, baseball or football. The team nickname, Hornets, has been used several times
Transportation Options from the 1950s to the 1990s
Photo: 2/11/57 - Article: 2/12/57. “Traffic Moves at a Rapid Pace on Charlotte’s Streets.” Solving traffic jams by eliminating on-street parking is not an option today.
Service Stations and Convenience Stores
Vanishing Professions
Rescue workers of three different decades illustrate the increased sophistication of the emergency medical worker.
Views of shopping places show changing retail habits.
Looking north, traffic streaks down Tryon Street. Shopping options on Charlotte's main drage ranged from cars to dresses. Photo: 3/57 - Article: 3/8/57