LYON — The New Brotteaux Station — Vintage Postcard n°5756

Description

View of the station inaugurated on March 29, 1908 by Mr. Barthou, Minister of Public Works, and opened to travelers on April 7, 1908. The building features an imposing architecture with a domed roof and large arches. On the reverse, handwritten correspondence in cursive script, addressed to 'Dear old and dear niece', mentioning a surprise and an expectation for the next day, signed 'Your affectionate friend, Odette, embrace well Fort Marie, Henriette and Jean'.