1911 Portland ME Cathedral Immaculate Conception Postcard G.W. Morris
$ 5.02
Description
1911 Portland ME Cathedral Immaculate Conception Postcard G.W. Morris. , indicating its international production for a local distributor. 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 charming vintage postcard, showcasing the magnificent Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland, Maine. The front of the card features a detailed view of the cathedral's impressive architecture, complete with its towering spires and surrounding streetscape, capturing the essence of the city over a century ago. The image is a testament to the era's printing techniques, likely an early lithograph, and bears the distinctive mark "PRINTED IN GERMANY FOR G. W. MORRIS, PORTLAND, ME.", indicating its international production for a local distributor. This collectible postcard offers a unique glimpse into the past, highlighting a prominent landmark of Portland, Maine. The reverse side reveals its journey through time, featuring a clear postmark from August 9, 1911, originating from Portland, ME, and addressed to Miss Stella L. Newell in Richmond, Maine. The presence of a one-cent Franklin stamp further authenticates its historical period, making it a valuable addition for collectors of Maine ephemera, church history, or early 20th-century postcards. The handwritten message adds a personal touch, enhancing its historical appeal.
