1913 Oriskany NY Main Street Trolley & Horse Carriage Posted Postcard
$ 3.7
Description
1913 Oriskany NY Main Street Trolley & Horse Carriage Posted Postcard. Step back in time with this captivating antique postcard depicting Main Street in Oriskany, New York, as it appeared in 1913. The scene unfolds on an unpaved road, bustling with early 20th-century life. A distinctive trolley car is visible in the distance, a testament to the era's emerging public transportation, while a traditional horse-drawn carriage adds to the historical charm. Prominent storefronts line the street, including a building with "PACE" clearly visible, offering a glimpse into the local commerce of the period. This postcard captures a quintessential American small-town streetscape, showcasing daily life over a century ago. This historical piece was published by The Utica Paper Company for Arthur A. Cole, Oriskany, N.Y., indicating its local significance and authentic origin. The card features a clear April 26, 1913 postmark from Oriskany, N.Y., and bears a one-cent George Washington U.S. postage stamp, confirming its journey through the postal system. The reverse side includes a handwritten message from Jennie Burt to Mrs. George Milgate in Oneida County, offering a personal connection to the past. This postcard is a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of New York history, vintage transportation, or early 20th-century Americana.
