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Description
Independence Day Parade in Plaza Square, Orange, California, 1888. Original postcard image shows elevated view looking north across Plaza Park with original fountain in center and several figures strolling along unpaved walking paths, enclosed by chain-post fence. Marching band and parade floats visible on unpaved North Glassell Street in the background, with several horse-drawn carriages along side of street. Signage in background center reads "PLAZA CORNER / ROBINSON & FRAZER / DEALERS IN / FANCY GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS / [illeg.] HARDWARE [illeg.]" Signage at far left reads "STAPLE & FANCY / GROCERIES" Photographic print B&w 8.5 x 13.5 cm.
Orange (Calif.) Plazas--Orange (Calif.) Historic parks Parades & processions Bird's-eye views Carriages & coaches Fountains Fourth of July celebrations Plaza Square--Orange (Calif.) Plaza Park--Orange (Calif.)
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