1910 St. Thomas Ontario Canada Flags & Info Postcard Sutherland Press DETROIT PM
$ 5.27
Description
1910 St. Thomas Ontario Canada Flags & Info Postcard Sutherland Press DETROIT PM. Discover a fascinating piece of Canadian-American history with this early 20th-century postcard from St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada. The front features a striking graphic of crossed flags, representing both the Union Jack (likely a Canadian Red Ensign) and the United States, along with a prominent maple leaf emblem, symbolizing the friendly relations and shared heritage between the two nations. Accompanying this patriotic imagery is detailed text highlighting St. Thomas as a vibrant community with a population of 17,000, strategically located between Buffalo and Detroit, and a major railway hub for five prominent lines: M.C.R., C.P.R., Wabash, G.T.R., and Pere Marquette. This card serves as a unique historical snapshot, promoting the city's industrial appeal and civic leadership, published by The Sutherland Press, St. Thomas. This collectible postcard offers a glimpse into the promotional efforts of Canadian cities in the early 1900s. The reverse side bears a clear Detroit, Michigan postmark dated November 9, 1910, indicating its journey through the postal system. The handwritten message provides a personal touch, noting a trip to Canada and plans to visit Niagara Falls, adding to its historical narrative. This card is a must-have for collectors of Canadian postcards, Ontario ephemera, railway history, or those interested in early 20th-century North American cross-border relations and urban development.
