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- Collection: Phenix City Historical Photo Collection (SMC 152)
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aerial photo of downtown Phenix City during a flood
aerial photo of downtown Phenix City during a flood. Double lane road is 14th Street. The building on the lower right with "PHENIX CITY" on the roof is the old Russell County Court House.
Phenix City Airport and Runway at Idle Hour Park
aerial photo of the Phenix City Airport, runway, and hanger at Idle Hour Park. On the left is airport road.
Caregiver with Snapping Turtle (?) at Zoo
A caregiver with what seems to be a snapping turtle at a zoo. Possibly from the Zoo at Idle Hour Park.
Demolition of old Phenix City City Hall
The old Phenix City City Hall building stands in partial ruins in front of the newer city hall building (currently, in 2020, the Police Department).
Phenix City-Russell County Public Library under a heavy layer of snow.
The Phenix City-Russell County Public Library in the former post office building on 14th Street under a heavy layer of snow.
WPNX Radio Station exterior
WPNX, a local AM broadcaster when it was in the former terminal building for the Idle Hour airport.
Tri-City Cleaners
Staff(?) pose before the Phenix City location of Tri-City Cleaners.
Slocumb's Super Service, service station.
An undated photograph of Slocumb's Super Service.
Whiskey barrels confiscated in 1916 government raid
Whiskey barrels ceased on May 16th, 1916 by government agents. Building in view possibly the warehouse on Dillingham street.
Undated photo of Raiders posing with liquor unearthed in a field.
In the early 20th century Girard came under at least three separate raids in 1916, 1923, and 1925. This undated photo shows raiders posing with liquor that was buried in the fields. More information, and a possible date for this photo may be found in…
Men and boys pose in front of church
A group of males pose on the curb beside a church (note the stained glass).
Biff Burger Restaurant
Color photograph of Biff Burger, a popular early local fast food restaurant.
Public Swimming Pool, Idle Hour Park
An undated photo of the swimming pool at Idle Hour Park.