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Chicago 1833 V. O. Hammon Postcard Early Pioneer Native American River Scene. Co. of Chicago, vividly portrays a historical scene of Chicago in 1833. 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. This captivating vintage postcard, published by V. O. Hammon Pub. Co. of Chicago, vividly portrays a historical scene of Chicago in 1833. The artwork, signed by 'Widney '03', depicts a bustling river setting with log cabins, early settlers, and Native Americans engaging in daily life along the water. Canoes are visible on the river, adding to the authentic early American frontier atmosphere. The detailed illustration captures the spirit of a nascent Chicago, showcasing its natural landscape and the interactions of its diverse inhabitants during a pivotal period in its development. The card features a classic undivided back design, characteristic of postcards from the early 1900s, with a designated area for a stamp indicating 1 cent domestic and 2 cents foreign postage. The publisher's distinctive V. O. Hammon logo, featuring a ship and an eagle, is prominently displayed on the reverse. This collectible piece offers a unique glimpse into the historical imagination of Chicago's origins, making it a significant item for collectors of early American, Illinois, or Native American themed postcards.