Re: William ZIMMERMAN, Tampa, FL (1871?-?)
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In reply to:
William ZIMMERMAN, Tampa, FL (1871?-?)
4/13/00
Heidi Girton.....
I was searching the web for information on William F. Zimmerman, owner of Zimmerman Lumber Co. in Tampa, FL.
My interest in Mr. Zimmerman is because of my postcard collection which contains 2 "real photo postcards" related to Wm. F. Zimmerman. The first is a picture of the Zimmerman residence here in Tampa, sent to a Miss Sarah Meyers, Handsboro, Miss., and postmarked "Jul.9-'06".
The message is "Our home, to which you are welcome. Find Roland*. Regards from all,
W.F. Zimmerman and family.
*There is someone running across in front of the house and the moving figure is blurred, I suspect that is "Roland"
The Tampa 1908 city directory lists the home as being at 113 Hyde Park Ave. and Mr Z as Owner of Zimmerman Lumber Co.
His wife's name is listed as Henrietta.
The other card that I have is a picture taken at the State Fair here in Tampa. The family is posed in a "stage prop" depicting an airship, Mr.& Mrs. Z, and 2 children, a boy and a girl. They are very well dressed! This card was also mailed to Miss Sarah Myers (different spelling) and postmarked Nov.26-'06. The message is: "Dear Friends, We are taking in the Great Florida Fair in our airship, and if nothing happens, will make you a visit soon. This was taken 200 ft. above the city fron another ship. With regards from all, I am, Yours truly, W.F. Zimmerman"
I hope that this information will assist you in your quest for information.
If you wish to have a copy of these 2 postcards, I will scan them and email them to you. Please advise.
Regards, Richard Reddick