Des Moines Iowa Successful Farming Pub Co E. T. Meredith Postcard
$ 0.94
Description
Des Moines Iowa Successful Farming Pub Co E. T. Meredith Postcard. The image is a striking example of early 1900s print techniques, likely a colorized lithograph, highlighting the building's distinctive red brick and white trim. A prominent smokestack and an elegant tower stand tall, reflecting the industrial progress of the era. Discover a piece of Iowa's agricultural and publishing history with this vintage postcard featuring the Home of Successful Farming Publishing Company in Des Moines. The card beautifully captures the impressive, modern, fire-proof plant – a five-story, concrete and steel-reinforced structure, complete with an elevator annex, as described on the reverse. A prominent smokestack and an elegant tower stand tall, reflecting the industrial progress of the era. The scene also includes early automobiles and an American flag, providing a glimpse into early 20th-century life and architecture. This collectible postcard showcases the headquarters where influential agricultural magazines like Successful Farming, Fruit Garden and Home, and Dairy Farmer were printed monthly. The image is a striking example of early 1900s print techniques, likely a colorized lithograph, highlighting the building's distinctive red brick and white trim. The portrait of E. T. Meredith, the esteemed publisher, is featured, adding significant historical context to this Iowa landmark. This piece is a must-have for collectors of Des Moines memorabilia, agricultural history, or vintage publisher postcards. SHIPPING COST: ALL ORDERS ARE EXPIDITED, ORDERS ARE TYPICALLY SHIPPED WITHIN TWO HOURS OF MY RECEIPT OF PAYMENT UNLESS I AM OUT OF TOWN SOURCING NEW ITEMS OR MY STORE IS IN VACATION MODE BOTH OF THESE MITIGATING FACTORS ARE RARE. SEE MULTIPLE SCANS OF ITEM. Please use eBay magnifier for a more detailed view of the item. CONDITION: Moderate wear and some soiling. Combined shipping always available on multiple items. PLEASE USE THE E-BAY SHOPPING CART AS IT MAKES COMBINED SHIPPING EASIER TO SEE. Thank you! I have a great passion for collecting postcards, photographs and ephemera. My store offers many rare and hard to find items as well as always being able to guarantee their authenticity as vintage and genuine. Each week I will be posting rare, unusual, high-quality and unique items for the advanced, intermediate and beginning collector. Our items are ALWAYS vintage. Please bookmark our store and I look forward to helping you build your collections!
