Description: A man gazes out the window of a truck as it passes through the intersection of Obetz Road and South High Street, south of Columbus, Ohio. The High Street Photograph Collection is comprised of over 400 photographs of High Street in Columbus, Ohio, taken in the early 1970s. These photographs were taken primarily at street level and document people and the built environment from the Pontifical College Josephinum on North High Street in Worthington through Clintonville, the University District and Short North, Downtown and South Columbus. The photographs were used in a television photo documentary that aired on WOSU called "High Street." Photographers that were involved in this project were Alfred Clarke, Carol Hibbs Kight, Darrell Muething, Clayton K. Lowe, and Julius Foris, Jr. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AV254_B02F005_01
Subjects: Columbus (Ohio)--History--20th century; Street photography; Traffic signs and signals; Street signs; Truck driving
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: This photograph shows a small decorative sign for South High Street mounted on a brick wall, in the German Village neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio. The High Street Photograph Collection is comprised of over 400 photographs of High Street in Columbus, Ohio, taken in the early 1970s. These photographs were taken primarily at street level and document people and the built environment from the Pontifical College Josephinum on North High Street in Worthington through Clintonville, the University District and Short North, Downtown and South Columbus. The photographs were used in a television photo documentary that aired on WOSU called "High Street." Photographers that were involved in this project were Alfred Clarke, Carol Hibbs Kight, Darrell Muething, Clayton K. Lowe, and Julius Foris, Jr. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AV254_B03F050_01
Subjects: Columbus (Ohio)--History--20th century; Street photography; German Village; Street signs;
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: A couple walks by the large Big Bear sign which sat in front of the grocery store once located at the Graceland Shopping Center. Wayne Brown founded Big Bear Stores, a regional supermarket chain, in Columbus, Ohio, in 1933. Built in 1954, Graceland Shopping Center is located on the west side of North High Street at Graceland Boulevard. The Country Hearth restaurant, a family steakhouse, is visible in the background. The High Street Photograph Collection is comprised of over 400 photographs of High Street in Columbus, Ohio, taken in the early 1970s. These photographs were taken primarily at street level and document people and the built environment from the Pontifical College Josephinum on North High Street in Worthington through Clintonville, the University District and Short North, Downtown and South Columbus. The photographs were used in a television photo documentary that aired on WOSU called "High Street." Photographers that were involved in this project were Alfred Clarke, Carol Hibbs Kight, Darrell Muething, Clayton K. Lowe, and Julius Foris, Jr. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AV254_B13F335_01
Subjects: Columbus (Ohio)--History; Street photography; Grocery stores; Signs and signboards; Shopping; Restaurants
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: Large florist signs advertise flowers and fruit baskets for sale. Master Charge and BankAmericard signs encourage shoppers to use their credit cards to pay for their purchases. The High Street Photograph Collection is comprised of over 400 photographs of High Street in Columbus, Ohio, taken in the early 1970s. These photographs were taken primarily at street level and document people and the built environment from the Pontifical College Josephinum on North High Street in Worthington through Clintonville, the University District and Short North, Downtown and South Columbus. The photographs were used in a television photo documentary that aired on WOSU called "High Street." Photographers that were involved in this project were Alfred Clarke, Carol Hibbs Kight, Darrell Muething, Clayton K. Lowe, and Julius Foris, Jr. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AV254_B02F024_01
Subjects: Columbus (Ohio)--History--20th century; Street photography; Signs and signboards; Flowers; Fruits and vegetables; Credit cards
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: Signs hanging in a window advertise food and religion. In the top sign, Pastor Kenneth Fuller invites visitors to an evangelical crusade at the Church of Christ in Christian Union, while the bottom sign offers groceries and pizza at the E & S Pizza Carry Out. The High Street Photograph Collection is comprised of over 400 photographs of High Street in Columbus, Ohio, taken in the early 1970s. These photographs were taken primarily at street level and document people and the built environment from the Pontifical College Josephinum on North High Street in Worthington through Clintonville, the University District and Short North, Downtown and South Columbus. The photographs were used in a television photo documentary that aired on WOSU called "High Street." Photographers that were involved in this project were Alfred Clarke, Carol Hibbs Kight, Darrell Muething, Clayton K. Lowe, and Julius Foris, Jr. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AV254_B03F044_01
Subjects: Columbus (Ohio)--History--20th century; Street photography; Signs and signboards; Evangelistic work; Groceries; Pizza
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: Cars and trucks pass a sign pointing towards State Route 762 while traveling north and south on U.S Route 23, directly south of Columbus, Ohio. Trees and houses are visible in the distance. The High Street Photograph Collection is comprised of over 400 photographs of High Street in Columbus, Ohio, taken in the early 1970s. These photographs were taken primarily at street level and document people and the built environment from the Pontifical College Josephinum on North High Street in Worthington through Clintonville, the University District and Short North, Downtown and South Columbus. The photographs were used in a television photo documentary that aired on WOSU called "High Street." Photographers that were involved in this project were Alfred Clarke, Carol Hibbs Kight, Darrell Muething, Clayton K. Lowe, and Julius Foris, Jr. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AV254_B02F008_01
Subjects: Columbus (Ohio)--History--20th century; Street photography; Traffic signs and signals; Automobiles; Truck driving
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: A woman wearing eyeglasses, a scarf, and a flowered coat crosses the street in downtown Columbus, Ohio. Other pedestrians walk past local businesses advertising fine foods, liquor, and jewelry. The High Street Photograph Collection is comprised of over 400 photographs of High Street in Columbus, Ohio, taken in the early 1970s. These photographs were taken primarily at street level and document people and the built environment from the Pontifical College Josephinum on North High Street in Worthington through Clintonville, the University District and Short North, Downtown and South Columbus. The photographs were used in a television photo documentary that aired on WOSU called "High Street." Photographers that were involved in this project were Alfred Clarke, Carol Hibbs Kight, Darrell Muething, Clayton K. Lowe, and Julius Foris, Jr. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AV254_B04F112_01
Subjects: Columbus (Ohio)--History--20th century; Street photography; Downtowns; Pedestrians; Signs and signboards
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: A real estate sign belonging to the South Side Realty Company lies against the garage of a large white house, along Route 23 south of Columbus, Ohio. A dog lies in the grass next to the sign. The High Street Photograph Collection is comprised of over 400 photographs of High Street in Columbus, Ohio, taken in the early 1970s. These photographs were taken primarily at street level and document people and the built environment from the Pontifical College Josephinum on North High Street in Worthington through Clintonville, the University District and Short North, Downtown and South Columbus. The photographs were used in a television photo documentary that aired on WOSU called "High Street." Photographers that were involved in this project were Alfred Clarke, Carol Hibbs Kight, Darrell Muething, Clayton K. Lowe, and Julius Foris, Jr. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AV254_B02F040_01
Subjects: Columbus (Ohio)--History--20th century; Street photography; Real estate agents; Signs and signboards; Garages; Dogs
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: A man carrying a bag and a sign crosses South High Street near the small village of Shadeville. Located close to the intersections of State Route 665, U.S. Route 23, and State Route 317, Shadeville was a former stop on the Ohio-Erie Canal. There are several signs in the photograph, including campaign placards and signs that advertise discounts on travel trailers. A large white barn is also visible in the distance. The High Street Photograph Collection is comprised of over 400 photographs of High Street in Columbus, Ohio, taken in the early 1970s. These photographs were taken primarily at street level and document people and the built environment from the Pontifical College Josephinum on North High Street in Worthington through Clintonville, the University District and Short North, Downtown and South Columbus. The photographs were used in a television photo documentary that aired on WOSU called "High Street." Photographers that were involved in this project were Alfred Clarke, Carol Hibbs Kight, Darrell Muething, Clayton K. Lowe, and Julius Foris, Jr. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AV254_B02F004_01
Subjects: Columbus (Ohio)--History--20th century; Street photography; Villages; Travel trailers; Signs and signboards; Barns
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: This photograph looking north along High Street in the Short North neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio, shows various businesses and restaurants near the crossroads of Spruce, Swan and Poplar Streets. The High Street Photograph Collection is comprised of over 400 photographs of High Street in Columbus, Ohio, taken in the early 1970s. These photographs were taken primarily at street level and document people and the built environment from the Pontifical College Josephinum on North High Street in Worthington through Clintonville, the University District and Short North, Downtown and South Columbus. The photographs were used in a television photo documentary that aired on WOSU called "High Street." Photographers that were involved in this project were Alfred Clarke, Carol Hibbs Kight, Darrell Muething, Clayton K. Lowe, and Julius Foris, Jr. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AV254_B08F209_01
Subjects: Columbus (Ohio)--History--20th century; Street photography; Short North (Columbus, Ohio); Automobiles; Traffic signs and signals;
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: A woman stands in front of a Standard Oil filling station at the intersection of High Street and Williams Road in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1870 by John D. Rockefeller, Standard Oil filling stations are now defunct, having been acquired by British Petroleum and converted to BP stations. There are several motor vehicles in the photograph, including a station wagon and a Coca-Cola delivery van. Large signs advertise groceries, beer, and wine, while another sign gives directions to the Columbus airport. The High Street Photograph Collection is comprised of over 400 photographs of High Street in Columbus, Ohio, taken in the early 1970s. These photographs were taken primarily at street level and document people and the built environment from the Pontifical College Josephinum on North High Street in Worthington through Clintonville, the University District and Short North, Downtown and South Columbus. The photographs were used in a television photo documentary that aired on WOSU called "High Street." Photographers that were involved in this project were Alfred Clarke, Carol Hibbs Kight, Darrell Muething, Clayton K. Lowe, and Julius Foris, Jr. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AV254_B02F039_01
Subjects: Columbus (Ohio)--History--20th century; Street photography; Service stations; Motor vehicles; Signs and signboards
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: A woman carries a religious sign outside the Ohio Statehouse, which is located at the corner of Broad and High Streets in downtown Columbus. Completed in 1861, this Greek Revival building houses the Ohio legislature and the ceremonial offices of the executive branch of government. A statue of a doughboy soldier from World War I overlooks the group of people standing near the steps of the Statehouse. The religious sign features a cross and quotes 1 Corinthians 15:57, which proclaims "Thanks be to God which giveth us the victory." The High Street Photograph Collection is comprised of over 400 photographs of High Street in Columbus, Ohio, taken in the early 1970s. These photographs were taken primarily at street level and document people and the built environment from the Pontifical College Josephinum on North High Street in Worthington through Clintonville, the University District and Short North, Downtown and South Columbus. The photographs were used in a television photo documentary that aired on WOSU called "High Street." Photographers that were involved in this project were Alfred Clarke, Carol Hibbs Kight, Darrell Muething, Clayton K. Lowe, and Julius Foris, Jr. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AV254_B05F116_01
Subjects: Columbus (Ohio)--History--20th century; Street photography; Downtowns; Ohio Statehouse (Columbus, Ohio); Signs and symbols; Crosses
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)