“The Cabildo: Erected in 1795, it was the seat of the Spanish Government for the Province of Louisiana. Now one of the best historical museums in the U. S. The gates at the entrance were presented to Louisiana by the Spanish Government and are said to have been made from the iron instruments of torture used in the inquisition days of Spain. On purchase by the U. S. the Spanish Coat of Arms over the doorway was replaced by the thirteen stars of the United States. The typical Spanish Colonnade in front adds much to the beauty of the building.”

“The Court Yard and Prison Rooms in the Cabildo at Chartres and St. Peter Streets. Note the tiers and cells, and the wide galleries around them. The room, with the door standing open on the ground floor, is the cell in which the Pirate LaFitte was incarcerated after his capture by the Americans. Later on his services were accepted by General Jackson and he participated in the Battle of New Orleans, where he covered himself with glory, subsequently receiving a pardon from the Congress of the United States.”

“Hi Rog:
Wonderful shows here in Tijuana. Everything you want to see here.
-Johnny”
Circa 1951

“Avenida Central — Panama City’s ‘Broadway,’, the main traffic artery through the city along which can be found interesting shops of all description and merchandise from all parts of the world.”

“Historic Lamp Post at Whitehall and Alabama Sts., S. E. This old lamp has gaping holes in its base, caused by Federal shells during the bombardment of Atlanta in 1864. The flame which burns always is called ‘The Eternal Flame of the Confederacy.’”

Enchanting Chinese Settlement
Los Angeles, California
“In a setting of Old China, with shrines, lily pools, and courts, the Chinese have gathered the art treasures of the Orient. Here are offered silks, antiques, jewelry, and thousands of beautiful souvenirs. The Delicacies prepared in the fine Chinese restaurants are fit for a Mandarin, and delight the palate as well as the eye.”

On the West Virginia Turnpike
The Charlton Bridge over Bluestone Gorge

Oddly enough, my last lunch in Colorado was one that’s available over much of our great land: a turkey, ham, and roast beef club from Atlanta Bread Company. Not much local color, but it was near the freeway and pretty tasty. Too bad my stomach was soon turned by Reunion, Colorado. Hard to avoid on the scenic route to the airport. Anyway, here’s the sandwich:

Last stop on my Colorado journey: Denver International Airport. From the creepy teepees to the creepy murals inside the terminal, this is an odd odd airport. But they get big points for having a smoking lounge on every concourse. Have to buy a drink, but that’s more than ok! Didn’t want to go nuts photographing an airport and get detained by TSA, there are a few shots in my DIA gallery.