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Pontchartrain Beach
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	Era: 1930-1940 Description: Pontchartrain Beach, New Orleans, La. At the northern end of New Orleans is Lake Pontchartrain, a salt water body, and this popular beach. Only a short distance from the heart of the city, the beach is visited by thousands in search of bathing, fishing, yachting, rowing and other forms of amusements. Publisher: E.C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee, Wis.
	Era: 1930-1944 Description: Pontchartrain Beach and Amusement Area Pontchartrain Beach - Located on the South Shore of Beautiful Lake Pontchartrain is the Last Word in Modern Resorts. White Sand Beach - Concrete and Steel Bath House - With Scores of the Latest Amusements. It is the Mecca of Thousands. Publisher: MWM - Aurora, Mo.
	Era: 1930-1944 Description: Midway of Pontchartrain Beach, New Orleans, La. Showing a part of the gay Midway of Pontchartrain Beach located on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain. Only a short distance from thecity. Used by thousands in search of bathing, fishing, yachting, rowing and other forms of amusements. Publisher: New Orleans News Co., New Orleans, La. E.C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee, Wis.
	Era: Circa early 1960's Description: Aerial View of Pontchartrain Beach and Amusement Park on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain. Publisher: Customcraft Co., New Orleans, La.
	Era: Circa early 1960's Description: Pontchartrain Beach, New Orleans, La. The Bug and Space Whirl Trill Rides Pontchartrain Beach, New Orleans, Louisiana Combining the best of the newest amusement park thrill rides, the Gayway at Pontchartrain Beach provides entertainment for all ages. Publisher: Express Publishing Co., Inc., Metairie, La.
	Era: Curt Teich 1958 Description: The Gay Midway, Pontchartrain Beach, New Orleans, La. One of the most modern and extensive amusement parks in the country, on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain where both beach bathing and fresh water swimming pool are available. Publisher: Curt Teich, Chicago
	Era: Curt Teich 1958 Description: Swimming pools at Pontchartrain Beach, New Orleans, Louisiana The beautiful pools attract thousands to this favorite playland of the South. Publisher: Curt Teich, Chicago
	Era: Curt Teich 1960's Description: Pontchartrain Beach, New Orleans, La. Funseekers Frolic on Gayway Pontchartrain Beach New Orleans, Louisiana Since 1939 Pontchartrain Beach has been the mecca for outdoor summer fun in New Orleans. It is located at Elysian Fields Avenue and Lakeshore Drive. Publisher: Express Publishing Co., Inc., Metairie, La.
	Era: 1945-Present Description: Bali Ha'i at the beach - A bit of Polynesia transplanted in New Orleans offering Cantonese cuisine and drinks peculiar to the South Pacific Islands. Authentically decorated with imported materials the restaurant overlooks beautiful Pontchartrain Beach. Open five until midnight. Reservations advised. Phone 282-9859. Publisher: A Cub Products
	Era: Circa early 1960's Description: Pontchartrain Beach, New Orleans, La. Around The World in 18 Holes Pontchartrain Beach New Orleans, Louisiana One of the most novel and picturesque miniature golf courses in the country is this popular attraction at Pontchartrain Beach. Each hole is designed to represent a glamorous foreign land. Publisher: Express Publishing Co., Inc., Metairie, La.
	Era: 1945-Present Description: Bali Ha'i at the beach - In the enchanting interior of this Polynesian Paradise diners will be enthralled by the authenticity of the surroundings. The Tiki Gods, the native beauty of Samoan tapa cloth, woven palm fronds from Hawaii, native spears from Taiwan and vari-colored Japanese fish floats and Shigi fish traps, combine to form a new world of South Sea Enchantment. Publisher: A Cub Products
	Era: Curt Teich 1958 Description: Bathing at Pontchartrain Beach, New Orleans, La. This huge lake is a delightful blend of warm Gulf of Mexico waters and cold sparkling fresh water from sand creeks and rivers. This blend makes brackish water bathing in water salt enough to be germicidal and fresh enough for finest day or night bathing at comfortable temperatures. Publisher: Curt Teich, Chicago
	Era: 1945-Present Description: Pontchartrain Beach "New Orleans' Favorite Fun Spot" - where for 30 seasons Orleanians and visitors have enjoyed carefree fun along the south's finest midway; or refreshing swimming in Lake Pontchartrain. Resort offers world's most modern bathing pools; 20 amusement rides; two restaurants; refreshment stands; outstanding thrill acts; and ample parking. Publisher: A Cub Products
	Era: 1945-Present Description: Kiddie Land at Pontchartrain Beach A child's paradise of pint-sized rides and games found on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain. Publisher: Customcraft Co., New Orleans 26, La.
	Era: 1930-1944 Description: Pontchartrain Beach and Amusement Park - New Orleans, La. Showing a part of the gay midway of Pontchartrain Beach located on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain. Only a short distance from the heart of the city, used by thousands in search of bathing, fishing, yachting, rowing and other forms of amusements. Publisher: C.B. Mason, New Orleans, Louisiana
	Era: 1946 Curt Teich Description: Pontchartrain Beach Amusement Park on Lake Shore Drive, New Orleans, La. Publisher: Curt Teich, Chicago
	Era: 1945-Present Description: Circus Daze - Pontchartrain Beach New Orleans, LA Publisher: Bernard F. Holmes, Baton Rouge, La.
	Era: Circa early 1960's Description: Pontchartrain Beach, New Orleans, La. Eerie Wonders Abound in the Haunted House Pontchartrain Beach New Orleans, Louisiana The new Haunted House at Pontchartrain Beach is the newest of three "fun houses" that have been landmarks in the history of New Orleans' noted amusement park. Publisher: Express Publishing Co., Inc., Metairie, La.
	Era: Circa early 1960's Description: Pontchartrain Beach, New Orleans, La. A Gay World of Colorful Thrills Pontchartrain Beach New Orleans, Louisiana Brilliant lighting effects and colorful decoration make the Gayway at Pontchartrain Beach a dream world of fun throughout the summer season. Publisher: Express Publishing Co., Inc., Metairie, La.

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Pontchartrain Beach Memories!