Swimming at Croton Point, circa 1915

Swimming at Croton Point, circa 1915

As summer concludes, this postcard offers a glimpse into recreational activities at Croton Point around 1915. The card was published for "W.H. Noll, Croton-on-Hudson, N.Y." by Commercialchrome, a Cleveland-based printing company operating from 1910-1920. The white border and divided back layout suggest a circa 1915 printing date.

W.H. Noll likely refers to William H. Noll, who operated Bill's Restaurant at the intersection of South Riverside Avenue and Brook Street. According to his 1941 obitua

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