1910 Stamford CT Rippowam River Railroad Bridge Boat Hugh C Leighton Postcard
$ 5.28
Description
1910 Stamford CT Rippowam River Railroad Bridge Boat Hugh C Leighton Postcard. 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 charming piece of early 20th-century Americana with this vintage postcard, capturing the scenic Railroad Bridge over the Rippowam River in Stamford, Connecticut. The card beautifully depicts a sturdy metal truss railroad bridge, featuring robust stone abutments and arch supports, spanning the tranquil waters. Below the impressive structure, a small boat glides along the river, carrying four individuals, offering a glimpse into leisure activities of the era. This collectible postcard, published by The Hugh C. Leighton Co. of Portland, Maine, and printed in Germany, showcases the distinctive style of early 1900s lithography. The detailed illustration and vibrant, hand-colored appearance evoke a sense of nostalgia, making it a wonderful addition to any collection of Connecticutiana, railroad ephemera, or vintage travel memorabilia. The reverse features a clear postmark from Stamford, CT, dated August 2, 1910, along with a one-cent George Washington stamp, adding to its historical authenticity and appeal.
