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 PENSACOLA 
 
 JACKSONVILLE 
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Beautiful Florida 
 
 N atmosphere of romance is attached to the history of Florida from that Easter Sunday 
 morning in 1513, when Ponce de Leon, searching for the wonderful " Fountain of 
 Youth " which was to remove the weight of years from his shoulders and make him 
 an acceptable candidate for the hand of his lady, sighted the low-lying shores to which 
 he gave the name of the day, Pascua Florida. 
 
 It is true that the history of the Florida colony for nearly two centuries after it was 
 founded was a troubled and bloody one, but it has given this section of the country, 
 which can look back upon three hundred and fifty years of existence under the govern- 
 ment of three different nations, a certain air of antiquity which blends curiously with the present rapid 
 development of its rich resources. 
 
 The great influx of capital, labor and enterprise which has come to Florida within the last decade and a 
 half has been responsible for an astounding industrial advance, and has caused the permanent population 
 of the State to increase more than one-third during the period. Although Florida has lumber, mining, 
 fishing and manufacturing interests developed in a most highly modernized form, yet the industry for which 
 the State has won most renown is the growing of fruits. The list of her horticultural and vegetable prod- 
 ucts is too long to be enumerated. For several years, oranges formed the one important fruit crop, but the 
 production of other varieties is yearly increasing as the possibilities of the land become better known. 
 
 To an ever-growing number of persons in all parts of the country, Florida possesses a particular interest 
 as a mid-winter vacation land. Its genial and equable climate is recognized more and more to be a great 
 source of revenue, for here gather during the winter season great throngs of regular or occasional sojourners, 
 anxious to enjoy the charming weather, the delightful scenery, and the rare opportunities that the State 
 affords for sport of a kind that cannot be obtained elsewhere. 
 
 In this little volume we present a series of views covering the enterprising cities of Jacksonville, Tampa, 
 and Pensacola — representative communities of this great State, — which is destined by the individuality and 
 picturesqueness of her scenery and from the enterprise and loyalty of her citizens to enjoy forever a unique 
 and honorable position in the American Union. 
 
Jacksonville 
 
 CITY HALL. JACKSONVILLE 
 Jacksonville's municipal huiUUiig is a striking example of the splendid architecture which characterizes the public editioes of the city. It is the admiration of 
 
 all visitors. 
 
U INDSdR HOTEL, .IA(K.SON\ ILI.K 
 
 KriintlnK iipun Hemjriiiij^ I'lirk, this tine hotfl is ni>te<l for the ln'iiuty of its location, tlie excellciife of its cuisine, and its niodorn I'liiiiiiinent. It is Imilt of ligiit- 
 
 coloreil brick, in Spanish style, and contains three hundred rooms. 
 
HIRDS-EVE MEW OF JACKSONVILLE 
 
 .lackSDiiville has a population of about titty tbousaiul, ami is the linancial ami business center of Florida. It is a cosmopolitan city and is destined to achieve a 
 
 wonderful growth in prosperity. As the " Gateway of Florida," over sixty thousand people visit .lacksonville annually. 
 
ftiilroail Yards and Kiver Kridge. Bay Street, lockin;; east. 
 
 S( KN'ES IX JACKSONVILLE 
 The railroad facilities of .lacksonville are exceptionally satisfactory, allordinj; direct routes to all parts nf ilie Inited States. In 1901 the city was scourged l>y 
 fire. The business section of the city has l>een iiractically rebuilt, and Imt little evidence of the disaster now remains. 
 
Dyal-Upcliurcli Building. National Bank (if Jacksonville. 
 
 TWO BUSINESS STRUCTURES, JACKSONVILLE 
 The Dyal-Upoliuich Building is one of Jacksonville's modern and substantial business blocks. The National Bank of .Tacksonville is one of the most ably managed 
 in Florida. The building is titted with luxurious ottice quarters. The bank has a capital stock of S3<K),000. 
 
■ lACKSONVILLK I'(JST orFKK 
 The new I'ust Otlice. completed in IDO."*, is the pride of the citizens. The mail busi- 
 ness of the community has increased over (me hundred per cent, since VMM. 
 
 THE C<.>NFE1)ERATK MONrMKNT 
 In Hemming Park stands a tall shaft surmounted by the heroic statue of a soldier, 
 erected to honor the memory of the brave men who fought in the Confederate armies. 
 
Hoard of Trade liuildiiig. The I'ublic Lilnai.v. 
 
 TWO WELL-KNOWN EDIFICES, JACKSONVILLE 
 
 The Board of Trade was organized in 1884, and has been an important factor in the growth of the city. It is now housed in a beautiful new home. Jacksonville 
 
 lias a well-equipped free public library. The building, a handsome stone structure, was the gift of Andrew Carnegie. 
 
The Elks' Club House. Seminole Club. 
 
 JACKSONVILLE'S PROMINENT CLUBS 
 
Congregational Church. Snyder Memorial Chiiirh. 
 
 REPRESENTATIVK CHURCHES OF JACKSONVILLE 
 
Fir>t liaptist Cluirch. 
 
 I'irst I'resliytciiaii Cliunli. 
 TVl'ICAL (Him H HOMKS OK .IA( K.SONVII.LK 
 
Main Street Houlevard. 
 
 A'iew in Riverside l*ark. 
 
 JACKSONVILLE PARKS AND STREETS 
 Jacksonville has an ever-expaniling park system, also about fifteen miles of shell streets and drives, including boulevards, constructed and provided for by the 
 
 city. Many of the streets are paved and all are well-lighted. 
 
FLOIIIDA OSTRKH FARM, .lACKSUNVILLE 
 
 Within the city limits of .lacksoiiviUe is the Florida Ostrich Farm, an interesting and remarkaMe siRht to thiuisandsof tourists. Here the famous racing ostrich, 
 " Oliver AV., Jr.," gives daily exhibitions. He is the only ostrich in America th«»rcmghly broken to harness. 
 
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 A VIEW OF FRANKLIN STKEET, TAMl'A 
 
 T;impa is the metropolis of the ten or twelve counties. ti;enerally known as " South Florida." and is surrounded by a country rich in resources. The city is famour* 
 as the centre of the citrus fruit culture, for winter gardeninji. and for an immense cigar industry. 
 
LAFAVETTK STREKT, TAMI'A 
 
 This view shows the j;reat Tiinii)a Hay Hotel in the distance. The imimlation of Tampa is estimated as more than twenty-live ihousanrl. ami it [Mesents in eveiy 
 
 way the aspect of a well-governed luunieipality. Its street, ear system is modern and ui»-to-date. 
 
TAMPA HAY HOTEL, TAMPA 
 
 The palatial Tampa Bay Hotel is probably the most famous hostelry in the world, and has made Tampa one of the best known of winter resorts. The hotel is sur- 
 rounded by magnitlceut grounds kept in a high state of perfection. 
 
I'ounty Court House. Tost Oflioe 
 
 TWO OF THE BEST KNOWN Bi:iLl)IN(iS IN TAMPA 
 The great growth of the manufacturing industries of Tampa lias brought about a corresponding increase in the business of its post otlice. 
 
 County Court House is substantially built and conveniently arranged. 
 
 i'he Hillsborough 
 
ONE <IF TAMPA'S FINE RESIDENCES 
 Tampa is noted as a winter resort ani\ as a place of residence. Its magnificent I'limate has a great deal to do with the healtlifulness of the city. The view ahove 
 
 is typical of the many charming homes to he found in Tampa. 
 
SACRKI) HEART CATHOLIC CHCHCH, TAMI'A 
 
 This lieaiitiliil chiiii-li cilitiic. one of the most striking i" the South, is the ln-;i(hin:»rteTs o| a mnst inlUiential parish. 
 
SULPHUR SPRINGS, TAMPA 
 
 The scenery in the neighborhood of Tampa is highly interesting. It has been said that for health, contentment and happiness no more ideal spot exists. The trip 
 
 to the Snlphur Springs is a most delightful one and is a great favorite with tourists. 
 
1)E SOTO PARK, TAMPA 
 A recreation (ground which is remarkable for its extraordinary forest scenery, tyjiieal o] SouMi Kloriihi. 
 
SELKCTINIi ROOM IN CIGAR FACTORY 
 
 Taiiii)!! is the leading Clear Havana cigar center of the world. Over 200,000,(100 cigars are made annu.illy. About nine thousand jjeople are eiujiloyeil in the various 
 
 factories. The climatic conditions are perfect, and the growth of the busine.<s has lieen iihenomenal. 
 
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 PUBLIC SQUARE, FENSACDLA 
 Pensacola. one of the most beautiful of Floridian cities, is noted for its equable temperature, its splendid water supply, and for the activity of its recent indus- 
 trial growth. 
 
L. & N. DEPOT 
 
 GULF TRANSIT OFFICE 
 
 The upper left-hand cut shows the station of the Louisville and Nashville Railroad which brings rensaeola in touch with the great North and West. The Gulf 
 Transit Company runs steamship lines to various ports in Europe. About twelve or more steamers are loaded to their fuUjcapacity every month. 
 
.SPANIS}{ FLOATING DRY DOCK (Upper ViCAv) TWO EXPORT DOCKS OK THE I-. A N. U. K. 
 
 Tlii^ Mip:aiiiK iliy iln(^k wa.s liuilt in EiiglamI and towed tci Mavanii by the Spanish government. It was imiehasfd l).v the l'nlte<l States and lircni(;lit lo I'cnsaeola 
 in ISKJ;). It has a lifting; eapa<ity of thirteen thousand tons. Tlie export docks of the L. & N. R. K. carry aliout eiglit miles of railroad track and lourteen large 
 ocean-going vessels may loa<l at the same time. Botlt wharves are built on creosoteti piling. 
 
Post utticc. Escambia County Court House. 
 
 SOME OF PENSACOLA'S FUBLIC EDIFICES 
 Kinv citii's in the South can boast of a better building devoteil to the postal service than Pensacola. The post office receipts show a steady growth fruiii yeai- to 
 year. Pensacola is the county seat of Escambia County and the handsome court house is one of the city's architectural ornaments. 
 

 old Hell H.I 
 
 Old Home of William railtiin. 
 FAMOI'S OLD HOnSKS OK PENSACOI.A 
 The iild Bell House is kniiwn as the oldest house in I'eiisamla. The home of Williaui I'anton, America's tirst milliomviie, is liuilt of lirick imported from Jamaica 
 about 177G. It has existed fifteen years under English government, forty-one years under Spanish and eighty-four years under American. 
 
CENTRAL AVENUE, NAVY YARD, I'ENSACOLA 
 Here at I'ensacola is located one of the most picturesque of Uncle Sam's navy yards. It has cost the government millions of dollars, 
 appearance, is well equipped with modern buildings and electrical machinery for practical use. 
 
 and although venerable in 
 
I'.AKRACKS AT I'OKT HAKKANCAS 
 Kurt Barraii(a>< is one nt the i>] iiiciiial defcnsps of Peiisacola. The tort is equipped with mriderii guns d the largest ealilni' and is maimeil liy tive i-oinpanies of 
 
 Coast Artillery. 
 
FORT riCKKNS OF TOUAY 
 
 Furt I'ickeiis, onenf the older defenses of Pensacola, is located on Santa Kosa Ihlaml. 
 Combined with Barrancas and McRae, it should make the harbor impregnable. 
 
 THK MEDIA LUNA 
 
 The Media Luna (half-mocm^ is yet in existence and is a part of the old Spanish 
 fort San Carlos (St. Charles) of Barrancas. It was built over 210 years ago. 
 
RUINS OF OLD FORT McRAE 
 Old Fort McRae is locateil opposito Fort Pickens. Its picturesque ruins are one of the most interesting sights ol I'ensacola.