A Man and...

My first inclination is that this is a young man of means (on the left) and his chauffeur.  Maybe, maybe not. And where? Canada?

Here's a close-up of the cap. I can't make out much of it, except it looks as if it ends with SKUTS.

Strandkorb

If you go to the beach in northern Germany, you may find that despite the sun it's a little windy.  That's why a fellow from northern German invented the Strandkorb years ago. A Strandkorb, directly translated as 'beach basket', would not only protect you from excessive sun and blowing sand, but it would also offer you a reclining back, an extendable foot rest, and a place to put your tea cup and cookies. And it's great for socializing. Life doesn't get much better.

These are all photos from the village of Wyk on the North Sea island of Föhr around 1957. The first one shows my grandmother with Axel Pohl, whoever he may be.

My great aunt preparing some sort of beverage.

Socializing...

Playing cards...

If you happen to want a Strandkorb of your own, you can order one from Hammacher Schlemmer for only $3,000 (!) plus $80 delivery fee. Keep in mind though that this Strandkorb will be made out of vinyl, not wicker.

Or, you can save yourself $3,080 and head on over to Sepia Saturday for some free entertainment.

Houston, Texas

Main Street in Houston doesn't look a bit like this anymore, which is really too bad. In fact, I couldn't find anything - not one building - that would lead me to think I might be in the same spot. Main Street goes on and on forever, with surface parking, vacant lots, and general sprawl.
Is this the spot? Who knows?


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Here's the back of the card.