1907 Shasta Springs California Train Station Resort River Postcard Posted
$ 5.02
Description
1907 Shasta Springs California Train Station Resort River Postcard Posted. The vivid image showcases a scenic canyon landscape, featuring a charming train station and resort complex nestled beside a winding river, all surrounded by a dense, verdant forest of towering trees. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. Discover a piece of early 20th-century American history with this captivating postcard depicting Shasta Springs, California. The vivid image showcases a scenic canyon landscape, featuring a charming train station and resort complex nestled beside a winding river, all surrounded by a dense, verdant forest of towering trees. A train is visible on the tracks, highlighting the era's vital connection to rail travel and the allure of natural retreats accessible by rail. This postcard captures the serene beauty and architectural charm of a significant California landmark, offering a glimpse into its past as a popular destination. This postcard, postmarked 1907, is a prime example of early chromolithography, with its rich colors bringing the natural beauty of Shasta Springs to life. The front bears the printed identification "5133 SHASTA SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA" and a small copyright date of 1899, indicating its production shortly after the turn of the century. The reverse features a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp and a clear Chester, PA postmark, along with a partial Shasta postmark, confirming its journey through the postal system. The handwritten message and address add a personal, historical touch, connecting the viewer to a moment in time.
