PhotoHunt 82: Classic
The latest PhotoHunt category from tnchick.com is “Classic” which can be interpreted as one sees fit. This one is from my paternal Grandmother’s photo album which she gave to me several years ago. Yep, that’s me in the goofy outfit with the equally goofy smile sitting on the edge of the door frame of my Grandmother’s black Ford Thunderbird. Please keep the comments respectful and don’t give me too much grief, willya?
This second picture is of the original Victory Bridge in Chattahoochee, Florida. Construction began on the Victory Bridge in 1919 and it dedicated in ceremonies on July 20, 1922 and was given the name “Victory” for the allied victory in World War I. Soon after completion of the bridge, work began on paving U.S. 90. The bridge remained in operation until the 1960’s when a new Victory Bridge was constructed. The picture seen here is from the eastern side of the Chattahoochee River where the majority of the bridge still survives although is only used for foot traffic (the last several feet of the bridge is sealed off to the public by the Army Corp of Engineers which has instruments to keep an accurate gauge of the river’s depth). It is of a solid concrete construction.
The third and final picture is of the famous S.S. Hurricane Camille in Gulfport, Mississippi. I took this picture about 9 months after Hurricane Katrina devastated the area. There used to be a gift shop behind and to the right of the boat. The future of the S.S. Hurricane Camille is in question. However the origins of how it came to be is interesting. The 72-foot tugboat “East Point” was pushed ashore in August 1969 during Hurricane Camille with its bow facing west on property owned by Lucille Moody’s parents. The family noticed curious crowds would gather to take pictures after the storm and because it was a natural attraction for tourists and locals, the Moodys bought the boat and changed the name to the “S.S. Hurricane Camille.” Railroad tracks were built to scoot the vessel more than 200 feet south to where it sits today (for now). Moody opened a tiny gift shop near the stern in 1970 where it remained in business until Hurricane Katrina. The S.S. Hurricane Camille survived Katrina but the small gift shop was completely washed away by the winds and tidal surge leaving only the concrete slab. The Moody family is planning on selling the property after Hurricane Katrina and more than likely it will be snapped up by developers who will more than likely scrap the boat which has long become an unofficial monument to not one but two major hurricanes in history of Gulfport, Mississippi.
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November 3rd, 2007 at 12:58 am
OMG! That is too precious. Amazing. I love this kind of classics.
Have a great weekend.
November 3rd, 2007 at 1:03 am
Awwww, you were adorable! Definitely a classic photo. Black Ford Thunderbird? Awesome! Great choice for The Hunt!
November 3rd, 2007 at 1:15 am
Hey, I wouldn’t give you any grief because I remember those cars and have many equally goofy photos. I’m NOT posting the one of me with the home perm gone wrong, for instance!
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November 3rd, 2007 at 1:38 am
All these pictures are classic. I love the first one though, with knee-high socks and all. That’s a precious picture of yours.
November 3rd, 2007 at 1:44 am
Great shots for classic!
November 3rd, 2007 at 2:07 am
Terrorist Training Camps in Georgia
I’ve written before about a suspected terrorist training camp in Odum, Georgia. The Muslims of Americas Georgia camp has been under some scrutiny since 1983. I’ve also written about the camp in Islamberg, New York.
November 3rd, 2007 at 2:43 am
great photos!!
November 3rd, 2007 at 2:58 am
The Lunatics Gather in San Francisco ….. Again
I actually almost feel sorry for San Franciscans. How did that become the mecca for lunatics?
LGF is pointing to more coverage from Zombie Time on the most recent protest that went on there. The only common denominator in this convergence of these…
November 3rd, 2007 at 3:33 am
Evil New Israeli Defence Force Secret Weapon - Str
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November 3rd, 2007 at 3:55 am
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November 3rd, 2007 at 4:54 am
Phelps and Westboro Baptist ordered to pay millions to slain Marine’s Father: Suppression of free speech or just desserts
It is a serious question and one I am admittedly bothered by. Let me explain, but first I want to make it clear that I abhor Phelps and his protests at Soldiers funerals, and his entire anti gay campaign.
To be double clear, Phelps and his ch…
November 3rd, 2007 at 5:05 am
Great selection of photos! You look very cute in the first photo. Fabulous choices for this week’s Hunt. :)
My classic photo.
November 3rd, 2007 at 5:44 am
Weekend Open-Trackback Post
Quote of the day: I don’t make jokes. I just watch the government and report the facts. - Will Rogers This is the weekend open track-back post for November 3rd-5th. I don’t know exactly how much time I will have…
November 3rd, 2007 at 7:00 am
But you look so cute in that photo! Ok, I hear ya :)
Anyway, thanks for some nice history lessons there. I wouldn’t mind walking on that bridge because the place looks nice.
Have a great weekend :)
November 3rd, 2007 at 7:08 am
Great that you were able to keep these classic photos all these years!
November 3rd, 2007 at 9:52 am
Those are all great stories! Great choices for this week.
November 3rd, 2007 at 12:30 pm
Okay, I Think Phillip K. Dick Has Been Done to Death and We Can Move On Now
Bruce is a long-time science fiction fan and as a result he’s seen almost every movie based on a Phillip K. Dick story. This is no easy task, as Hollywood has done about 15 Phillip K. Dick movies and there…
November 3rd, 2007 at 12:34 pm
Ex-Saudi Ambassador Blames US for 9/11
The wise Saudis have informed us that 7/7 was the fault of the UK, and 9/11 is now our fault. How convenient. JW: Saudi Arabia could have helped the United States prevent al Qaeda’s 2001 attacks on New York and
November 3rd, 2007 at 1:22 pm
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November 3rd, 2007 at 1:43 pm
Cool! I like your socks…
November 3rd, 2007 at 1:45 pm
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November 3rd, 2007 at 2:00 pm
A good shot of a great car, nothing goofy about it ;-)
And the other stuff is great too. Have a nice weekend.
November 3rd, 2007 at 2:11 pm
All are great photos. It is ashame to think that developers will scrap the old boat. Of course, I am sure scrap metal will go for good money. Have a good weekend.
November 3rd, 2007 at 2:14 pm
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November 3rd, 2007 at 2:15 pm
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November 3rd, 2007 at 3:42 pm
wow, you chose some really grat photos for this weeks theme. You look so adorable and I love that hat. Great choices for today :)
November 3rd, 2007 at 5:27 pm
Great collection of classics! You could not have left one out!! :)
Please visit my classic photo. :)
November 3rd, 2007 at 8:05 pm
lovely classic photos, i bring so much memories,
mine is up at My two Cents Worth and or at The4Seasonsofmylife Hope you can visit me too.
Happy Hunting!
November 3rd, 2007 at 11:08 pm
Great pictures, I love the classic boat, and the classic bridge.
November 4th, 2007 at 2:19 am
Yodle-le-hee-hoo! Nice classic car! Thanks fer visitin’ us!
November 5th, 2007 at 8:55 pm
Awwww I love the picture of you! I totally dig the boat and other classic stuff! :)
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