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Asbury Park NJ Sunset Lake Canoeing Postcard c.1910 Vintage. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 24 hours of your purchase. Please ask questions if you are unsure about anything. Your item will be shipped via eBay Standard Envelope which only provides tracking updates when it passes through sorting machines. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode. 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 postal route, it could take several days for it to arrive at your home. Delivery time can take upwards of 2 full weeks to arrive depending on weather and/or postal delays. But rest assured, your item leaves my location within 1 working day. Step back in time with this captivating Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) featuring a tranquil scene of "Canoeing among the Islands" on Sunset Lake in Asbury Park, New Jersey. The genuine black and white photograph captures two figures gracefully navigating a canoe, surrounded by the lush foliage of the lake's banks and distant trees, with a bridge subtly visible in the background. This charming image offers a picturesque glimpse into the leisure activities enjoyed in this iconic New Jersey resort town during the early 20th century, a testament to simpler times and natural beauty. This historical postcard, dating from the early 1900s, is a wonderful piece of Asbury Park history and a fine example of a Real Photo Postcard, cherished by collectors for their authentic photographic detail. The reverse features a divided back, typical of the era, with a handwritten message to Annie Senior in Perth Amboy, NJ, adding a personal touch and historical context. It's a perfect collectible for enthusiasts of vintage New Jersey memorabilia, postcard history, or anyone appreciating the serene charm of early American recreation and scenic lake views.