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1674-72 Carl Fisher YY). . 'rase , `� ,D -- ✓ee , 9,4 - Alton tack S�\ G r 0 �� h � � d �l TJ a • y f ��/moi, e MIAMI ORIDA "Come to .Miami for a date, and you will want to live here forever 'I FT - _ 6 �q� life;--� ��� °,� r j 1 _ 1 I Nursery at Alton Beach,Showing Six Weeks Old Grass The first sub-division of Alton Beach will be opened December 1, 1913. Mature thought and consideration has been given to the size of the lots, location of streets and general advantages, as it has been constantly planned First Sub-Division to offer every possible advantage and convenience, so as to of Alton Beach give the buyers of Alton Beach lots, a permanent value. The lots are unusually large. Ocean front lots are 225 feet deep with a frontage of 50 feet with an open beach front of 100 to 150 feet. Atlantic Boulevard, one of the choicest streets, has lots with a frontage of 55 feet and 50 feet, and a depth varying from 275 feet to 140 feet—a number of these lots have two street fronts. The usual depth of all lots, except ocean front lots, is 150 and 175 feet. Lincoln Road is the central thoroughfare of Alton Beach, extending- from the Atlantic Ocean to Biscayne Bay. It is 100 feet wide and in the center has flower The Streets and grass plots, with a 25-foot roadway on each side. Lincoln Road connects at the west end with Alton Road, another 100-foot street which affords direct connection with Collin's Bridge. Atlantic Boulevard parallels the ocean, and is to be one of the delightful thoroughfares of Alton Beach. It is 80 feet wide. Avenues A, B, C and D are each 70 feet wide and proceed from the ocean westward. Miami Avenue and James Street are each 70 feet wide and run in a general direction with the ocean. There is no uncertainty about Miami's ocean front property. As a home-site for Winter or Summer it is ideal, and the improvements already made and in process assure the future desirability of Alton Beach. "Come to .Miami for a day, and you will want to live here forever•" In order to give an added value to Alton Beach lots, a ,.,� s.k modern hotel is under way of �, " '� "Py.,., building. This will r 4, ' { , Hotel be located conven- % ,� �, iently near Lincoln Road on the ocean front. It ',f%" , `.. ` ' y" `k. will be one of the centers of ' ,`Y''" \p• .'? �ti `` � r } Alton Beach and bring con- "� ," veniences close at hand. Its NA ,%'4 i; �r �m ' � .k cafe and restaurant will make w - s ,. ,r�_ it pleasant for those who pre 41-.11,:e.--...... . --..---,- fer not to eat at home, and to An Avenue of Royal Palms care well for the unexpected guest. This hotel will be mod- ern and have all of the latest and approved conveniences, and will be conducted absolutely first-class and carefully. Elsewhere in this booklet is suggested means of delightful recreation, motor boat cruises, automobile rides, fishing, sea bathing, tennis, etc. Recreation A new golf course has been laid out to the west of this first sub- division, and is intended to be for the use of Alton Beach lot owners. No finer course can be found in Florida, and it will soon rival some of the noted courses of the country. One's first impression upon visiting this country is to buy a place for a home. You owe it to yourself to make a wise choice. A careful investigation and close analysis of Alton Beach will convince you that here is located the future center of the best residence property in South Florida. You will find .. - -- every logical reason for making this your choice for your south- . - ern home. You will be convinced first, +"'' 11 t �� that Florida is the - _ , + ,1E 4f : �; _1►. only state suet- r�4 � q �r�, � -�- ,. �, , , Ai able and convenient second, that 11 t e the Biscayne Bay section is the ,,' `' Ik, s.�3 only part of Florida that has the essentials of climate and delight- Aw - ` _ ful surroundings—third, that . .z • .�,;,. Alton Beach is the choice location ,-- r t -�`-"" "; of this section—which means in . n �M. the entire south-land of our -,. . _ - �: ... k i n s country, Party Visiting Alton Beach Pertinent Alton Beach Facts ITS unique location assures its permanent value for home sites. ITS splendid surroundings determine its desirability for rest, recreation and pleasure. ITS building and lot ownership restrictions eliminates objectionable features. ITS general improvements guarantee every residence convenience. ITS climate and ocean breezes are among its delightful attractions. ITS complete development is assured by the present owners. ITS choice for winter homes as soon as it is seen. ITS proximity to the ocean and to the Gulf Stream. ITS convenient ocean bathing beach. ITS possibilities for tropicrII ulants and trees around the homes. ITS convenient location for all sorts of recreation. See Ahead Now—A Splendid Investment for the Future It Will Pay You Well to Anticipate W1 W i il j, kll fit TI g., ,,.S L3?,OC-F ;7-'10 I I i 1 I A ��• F •• ,r ,s,� '! i!anon r • • IES l''''- ki , i•� // • ; �QAS1 47' •••• '. a�� yt C,\, Q4 O Qpy� v FQ !������• i " i�� SGT 0' /%�� r "Come to Miami for a day, and you will want to lice here forever ALTON BEACH FEATURES OF ALTON BEACH PROPERTY 1. No residence shall be constructed on said real estate unless the same shall be at a cost of at least $2,500, and said amount shall actually be expended in the construction and erection of such building, and not for fees in connection therewith. 2. No dwelling house or houses, commonly known as a double Lot dwelling house or as a flat, shall be placed or erected on said real Restrictions estate; nor shall any structure or provision be made for the caring for horses, cows, hogs or poultry, nor shall either of these singu- larly or collectively be kept, harbored or raised on said real estate. 3. No residence or building shall be erected on said real estate, so that the front line of such building shall be closer than twenty feet from the front line of the lot. 4. The purchaser, his heirs, assigns, legal representatives, or the owner shall not be permitted to sell, lease or rent the real estate, in any form or manner, by . any title, either legal or equitable, to any person or persons other than of the Caucasian race, nor to any firm or corporation of which any person or persons, other than of the Caucasian race, shall be a member or stockholder. 5. No spirituous, vinous, malt or other intoxicating liquors shall be manufac- tured, sold or bartered upon said real estate or any part thereof. Conveniences The Alton Beach Realty Company agrees that it will provide Provided suitable, proper and convenient water, sewerage and electric light connections for the lots in Alton Beach, and cement pave- ment along the streets abutting thereon shall be fully and completely constructed on or before the 31st day of January, 1915. Terms Suitable and liberal terms are offered for the purchase of Alton Beach lots, either cash or payment. On payments, 25 per cent. cash, and notes maturing at intervals of three and six months, extending over a period of two years. Representatives will be on the property or at our office in Miami, con- stantly. For further information, or appointments to show the property, address. ALTON BEACH REALTY COMPANY MIA MA, FLORIDA CARL G. FISHER, President T "Come to Miami for a day, and you will want to live here forever" 1 Alton Beach / t !►�.:��"tSUMMARY d-' BECAUSE Alton Beach will ' ► •41111 be strictly a high-grade resi- #-• - _ -; dence section. " ,, , �' ? 1 Pertinent BECAUSE of the 1 r1. , --'? -• 0Fr Reasons r-- '`, - 3 _ restrictions of Al- i ,...' __ - _ _� _ ,-- Based on ton Beach lots, it �,_ - - „,0.,,,,-- . 9' Facts is the most desir- - --- 4, able residence property for .0,4;-...... ;`- ,- homes. -- .-------------.... BECAUSE a lot in Alton Beach On Collin's Bridge on account of its location, will alwa3-shave a permanent value. BECAUSE the lots are large and provide plenty of building and open air space. BECAUSE all modern home conveniences will be furnished Alton Beach lot owners. BECAUSE this Biscayne Bay section will undoubtedly be the most popular and desirable section of the United States for winter residence. • BECAUSE of the vast sums already spent in improvement, and the additional large sums now being spent in fully developing this property. BECAUSE of the wonderful and even climate, where extremes or sudden changes in temperature are unknown, making Alton Beach peculiarly attractive. BECAUSE of the opportunity to grow palms, roses and all varieties of tropical shrubbery, these home sites can be easily made delightful and attractive. -" -,. > _- BECAUSE of the opportunity of thoroughly enjoy- .4` 1;__ ?;;:,n. ing all kinds of recreation all the year round. :;Z*44i P < 4N. BECAUSE there are many other good reasons, well } supported by facts, but canonly be thoroughly 4 r•: • •,, understand by investigation. We invite the closest 1144`../,' 't v' analysis and inspection of the property and theja claims we have made. Do not judge this section .- of Florida by what you may have seen of the '''''T"'"""""":"-..1•,,,' ; northern or central section. It cannot be compared, . ,;. nor can correct conclusions be reached in this manner. See Alton Beach! Papaya Tree • "Come to Miami for a day, and you will want to live here forever" A ten-foot parkway immediately adjoins the property line; a five-foot sidewalk with curbing adjoins the roadway. In Lincoln Road, in the center is a parkway for flowers and grass. The parkway adjoining the lots, gives an Plan of additional depth to the,lots, and it is intended to follow a general scheme Streets of tree planting in the parkways. Flowers, palms and shrubbery can be utilized by lot owners to supplement the tree planting in these park- ways. Any kind of trees, shrubbery, etc., that grow in Florida, either ornamental or fruit, will grow on this property, which affords the lot owner an opportunity to grow palms, orange or grape-fruit, roses and flowers of every kind. Think of this opportunity to surround your home with a delightful setting. The back lawns of Alton Beach will present a panorama of tropical vegetation,and be most delightfully secluded spots. Grass will grow sJ as to cover the ground well, in six weeks. The beach is admirably adapted for sea bathing. The cut shows a public beach bathing scene. It is safe, owing to the gradual tapering off to deep water, and has a beautiful clear, white sand bottom. The Gulf Stream, about one- Sea Bathing fourth mile off shore assures a constant temperature of the water - and air, making winter bathing particularly delightful, as well as always possible. ___ -Y-:'.:.r --- .- — • „ .�l gym. ,.,...-.f..--..--- ..r- .. v f..-- ,,a --* �v.-::, '.. +u: -.%.1.,...- "'"*.-7-r.,-,-.' 1- 1 ,.-4 •l 6f.0 y (/yam Y ! -•----- 6 4 --' „4.— , `.. `t l E' 6 •.�S ems. ``, ,n,. - ' mss_ r ry II i - '*'„-A'i --- ig ri ,, "'" .,.. .r-wd n n ,2. - . .,.,.:............. ‘. ,,,,,,,„„,,,w.:, _...,,......,._,. . .,,,, . . ‘,. ..,,,_...„,-. ,,,,..,..„„ 4_.... ...„ , , ,.., , ...„...,....;-,,,,,,,,„42..0, „,., _ ... 4,„.... . 4":,' �: .,. . - r 3 «ry } Surf Bathing—Atlantic Ocean "Come to Miami for a day, and you will want to live here forever" er R , View of Alton Beach. Completing the Clearing The most delightfully situated property in all of Florida for residence purposes. These will undoubtedly be the most sought after residence sites in all America, for Alton Beach winter rest and recreation. The many logical reasons why this is true are apparent upon very slight investigation. Very carefully has been considered and developed the features most desired to make Alton Beach lots the choicest spot on the Atlantic Ocean. Suitable restric- tions for building and limitations to cover forever the character of the owners of the real estate will appeal to the careful and wise buyer. The general improve- ments which have been made and are under process now represent an outlay of more than $500,000. This assures the most delightful surroundings and brings to each lot a real value. All conveniences are well provided for, and are to be had with each lot in Alton Beach. Electric lights, water and sewerage connections are brought to the property line: sidewalks and streets made—in fact, a finished lot is offered for immediate occupancy. We can build your home for you at considerable saving, or can sell you a lot and residence completed, as a number of residences in this first sub-division of Alton Beach are being built now. Some of these will be completed by January 1, 1914. Alton Beach is situated across Biscayne Bay, on a peninsula, two and one-half miles from Miami. Collin's Bridge, the longest wagon and foot bridge in the world, Location extends from Miami across Biscayne Bay to Alton Beach. Alton Beach is the central section of the peninsula, having the Atlan- tic Ocean on the east and Biscayne Bay on the west. Alton Beach is undoubtedly designed to be the center of the very best resi- dence section in Florida.