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Breaking cocoa
(Goodwille and Wilson Ltd., Trinidad, 2010-02-10T17:48:29Z)
A picture of labourers on a cocoa estate preparing the cocoa beans for transportation by donkeys to the cocoa houses for drying and fermentation.
Breaking Cocoa, Trinidad
(2009-04-07T13:06:44Z)
The labourers break the pods and extract the cocoa beans. On the ground and in the baskets are the beans that are still encased in their white fleshly meat. The postcard is addressed to Mrs. Richardson, Rockhampton, Glosshire. The postcard is postmarked May 14th, 1909.
[Cocoa Pods, Trinidad, B.W.I.]
(Stephens Ltd., Trinidad, 2009-10-20T14:01:09Z)
A picture of cocoa pods on a branch. The pod contains the cacao beans that are fermented, roasted, and processed to extract cocoa powder and chocolate. Affixed to the back of the postcard is a Cuban 1 centavo stamp.
Colonial Hospital, Port of Spain, Trinidad, B.W.I.
(2010-06-15T19:06:59Z)
The postcard shows the Colonial hospital which dates back to 1858. This two storey building, with its Georgian styled architecture, was designed by Lewis Samuels. The building was constructed on the site of the former British military barracks called Orange Grove. This postcard is addressed to Ida Keil of England and affixed is a Trinidad penny postage stamp.
Coolie Milk Vendor: Trinidad
(2008-11-13T12:27:17Z)
Photo of an East Indian woman milk vendor. Includes a Trinidad one penny stamp dated March 17th 1909.
Coolie Types, Trinidad
(Stephens Limited, Trinidad, 2008-11-13T15:23:09Z)
A young East Indian girl in a sitting position, dressed in sari and adorned with traditional Indian jewelry. Postcard includes note sent to the U.S.A and a Trinidad penny stamp dated 17th March 1909.
Drying coco [sic], Trinidad, B.W.I.
(Waterman the Hatter, Clothier and Outfitter, Trinidad, 2010-02-10T18:06:46Z)
A picture of a worker standing on a cocoa house using a long handled spade to spread the cocoa beans so that they dry evenly in the sun.
In The West Indies. A Group on Coolie Immigrants
(2008-12-05T16:01:04Z) Aspinall, Algeron E.
Photo of East Indian men, women and children. The first man on the left is holding two dogs on a leash. Handwritten card.
Map of Trinidad, B.W.I.
(Muir Marshall and Co.,[Trinidad and Tobago], 2011-03-10)
The postcard bears a picture of an old map of Trinidad. The postcard is postmarked 1909.
Maracas Waterfall, Trinidad, B.W.I.
(Muir Marshall and Co. Ltd.,[Trinidad and Tobago], 2011-03-01)
The postcard shows the beautiful Maracas Waterfalls which is located in the upper Maracas Valley in St. Joseph, Trinidad. This postcard is postmarked 1909 and addressed to Mrs. Davis of Maine, United States of America.
Mayaro, Trinidad
(Colonial Series (Trinidad), 2009-04-29T18:23:58Z)
A picture of houses built among the tall coconut trees surrounded by a picket fence.
Mayaro, Trinidad
(Colonial Series (Trinidad), 2009-04-29T18:22:21Z)
A picture of houses built among the tall coconut trees surrounded by a picket fence.
Natives Representing Wild Indians on Carnival day, Trinidad, B.W.I.
(Waterman, Trinidad; Printed in Germany, 2009-11-06T13:13:30Z)
A common appearance during Carnival is the portrayal of Native Americans by masqueraders. Postcard number 1023, dated 6th May 1909 and is addressed to Willis of Providence, Rhode Island.
Palm Walk, Govt. Gardens
(Goodwille and Wilson Ltd., Trinidad, 2010-05-27T14:28:31Z)
The postcard shows a path lined with palm trees located in the Government Gardens (Botanical Gardens) in Port of Spain, Trinidad. This postcard is addressed to Mrs. H. Ecko of the United States and it is dated the 9th of March, 1909. Affixed to the postcard is a penny Trinidad postage stamp.
Panorama of Port of Spain, Trinidad, B.W.I.
(Stephens Ltd., Trinidad, 2010-03-01T16:47:40Z)
Photo showing an aerial view of Port of Spain, Trinidad. Also visible on the card is a handwritten correspondence. No. 0856665
A Peasant’s Home, Trinidad, B.W.I.
(Muir, Marshall and Co., Trinidad, 2010-03-04T12:52:58Z)
The postcard shows an East Indian family standing outside a small hut with a thatched roof. The postcard is addressed to Miss Edna Manning of Springfield Missouri and postmarked July 12 1909. Affixed is a one cents United States postage stamp.
The Pitch Lake at La Brea, Trinidad.
(Algernon E. Aspinal, London, 2010-07-01T12:47:22Z)
This is a vintage postcard featuring men and women visiting the pitch lake circa the turn of the 20th century. Their attire seems inappropriate for such an outing but it was appropriate for the early 20th century. The lake looks muddy and wet with little puddles. At least one person is sheltering under an open umbrella and another appears to be having a closer look at the pitch. There are trees and a single story building on the horizon.
The Pitch Lake, Trinidad, B.W.I.
(2010-05-14T12:34:04Z)
This is a picture showing the expanse of the pitch lake at La Brea, once considered to be the 8th wonder of the world and largest natural deposit of emulsified asphalt. There are many ponds on the lake. This typically happens in the Rainy Season. On the horizon at left is a single story building and at right are various trees.
Railway Office. Trinidad, B.W.I.
(Muir, Marshall and Co., Trinidad, 2010-03-10T14:10:04Z)
Photo shows a Railway Building, Trinidad, B.W.I. which houses its offices. There are persons walking the streets outside the building. A man is clad in East Indian wear and a lady dressed in a long dress is wearing a hat. There are also 2 carriages and a view of the tram running in front the building. Affixed to the postcard is a Trinidad one penny stamp. The addressee is Linetta Fleet.
Roman Catholic Cathedral, Trinidad, B.W.I.
(Stephens Ltd., Trinidad, 2010-03-01T17:27:20Z)
Photo of Roman Catholic Cathedral, the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. Here you can also see, to some extent, the architecture of the buildings outside the cathedral on Marine Square which is known today as Independence Square. A man in jacket and hat stands near the gateway to the church and its car park.

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