1937-ish Columbia-built Sterling
This is a classic pre-war balloon tire bike. Built during The Great Depression (US centric, here)
the bike is not a 'loaded' model, though it does have nice features and classic lines.
(note: this cycle ended up being shown on "Antiques Roadshow F.Y.I" in 2005)
1969 Schwinn Sting-Ray Orange Krate