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Item Description:
Up for sale is a rare, original vintage black-and-white multi-view topographical postcard titled "Greetings From Everett, Penn'a." Published in the early 1910s, this historic card features a composite layout of six local house of worship landmarks from the Everett, Pennsylvania community. Included in the visual vignette are the local Presbyterian Church, the Methodist Episcopal Church, the Catholic Church, and several other beautifully documented turn-of-the-century local sanctuaries.
Publisher History & Markings:
The reverse side carries significant early 20th-century postcard history marks:
- Left Edge Publisher Credit: Printed vertically reading "A. M. SIMON, 32 Union Square, New York" (the highly sought-after publisher famed for World War I era military camps, topographical views, and historical souvenir folders).
- Layout: Classic antique divided back typography ("Post Card - This space may be used for communication - The address to be written here").
Fascinating Handwritten Correspondence:
The card is unposted but features a beautifully written personal message in dark fountain pen ink addressed to a "Dear Mr. Markley." The message reads:
"We have been spending about 10 days here in Everett Pa. Seeing our old friends. The Kings. Mr. Clark expects to come to Baltimore in August and Mon to Lynchburg to see you."
Condition:
Very good antique condition given its century-plus age. The card shows rich dark contrast, crisp printed details, and wonderful cream-toned aging on the reverse side. The top left corner features a light, authentic diagonal handling crease that does not cross the central text box. Please review the high-resolution images provided to inspect the exact edges, surfaces, and handwritten ink.
Shipping & Handling:
This delicate antique postcard will be enclosed in a protective sleeve, packed securely between thick cardboard inserts, and shipped inside a rigid mailer to guarantee safe, unbent delivery.
