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Home Federal Savings and Loan Building

A picture of the Home Federal Savings and Loan Building prior to its demolition in 1965. Located at the corner of Fourth and Tryon Street, the photograph was taken on April 1, 1965. This building was once the Buford Hotel.

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Atherton Mill

The Atherton Mill opened in 1893. At one time it was one of Charlotte's busiest mills employing 300 people. Located on South Boulevard, the buildings have been restored for use as lofts, businesses and restaurants. Physical Description: 4x5 negative Publisher: Unknown

First Presbyterian Church

This image of First Presbyterian Church was taken prior to the addition of the Sunday School Building in 1894.

Physical Description: 4x4 print with 4 x 5 negative

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Atherton Lyceum

The Atherton Lyceum was built by the D. A. Tompkins, owner of the Atherton Mill. This two-story structure served as the village school in the daytime and provided adult education in the evening. The general store and townhall were also located inside the building. Sunday school was taught every Sabbath. Physical Description: 4x5 negative Publisher: Unknown

Railway Work Car

 
Railway Work Car in Charlotte, North Carolina

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Elizabeth College Dorm Room

Dormitory Room in Elizabeth College.
Elizabeth College was located on Hawthorne Road. It opened in 1896. This popular school for girls remained in Charlotte until 1915.

Physical Description: Original in scrapbook

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United States Assay Office

United States Assay Office in Charlotte from a postcard.
See Postcard Collection for additional information. Similar images are in this collection.

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Home Made Rail Grinder

Home Made Rail Grinder being used in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Elizabeth College Students

Five students posing outdoors. Caption reads, I have a girl in Arkansas.

Physical Description: Original in scrapbook

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Tryon Street (North)

Looking north down Tryon Street, once can see the City Hall in the distance.

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