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Mystic, CT was much more urbanized back in the day

Started by kurumi, March 28, 2014, 11:40:31 AM

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kurumi

March 28, 2014, 11:40:31 AM  
This eBay seller thinks his postcard is from Mystic, CT:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Connecticut-CT-Mystic-River-Bridge-Highway-Postcard-Old-Vintage-Card-View-Post-/360889432309?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5406afb8f5

There's a 6-lane freeway (must be US 1), a clock tower, and several factories and offices. Mystic sure looks different today!

(Actually, the scene is from Boston -- their Mystic River and Custom House Tower.)

Also, the auction ends in a few days, so this thread has a short shelf life
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Pete from Boston

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March 28, 2014, 12:49:56 PM  

Quote from: kurumi on March 28, 2014, 11:40:31 AM(Actually, the scene is from Boston -- their Mystic River and Custom House Tower.)

And since the Mystic River is about a mile behind the photographer, I assume the listing just means it's in an area known in part for having a bridge over the Mystic. 

Still, pretty sweet pic of the Artery when new.

vdeane

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March 28, 2014, 04:31:14 PM  
What's really interesting is that the ramps on the artery look like they're from a badly rendered city simulator.

Also: may the thread live on forever: http://nysroads.com/files/aaroads/mystic_ct.pdf
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ARMOURERERIC

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March 28, 2014, 11:21:07 PM  
Love the 2 lane on ramp with no merge.
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