E.T. Meredith Successful Farming Publisher Des Moines Iowa Postcard
$ 5.02
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E.T. Meredith Successful Farming Publisher Des Moines Iowa Postcard. 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 showcases the impressive Home of Successful Farming Publishing Co. in Des Moines, Iowa. The detailed image features the grand five-story, fireproof plant, a testament to early 20th-century industrial architecture, complete with its distinctive tower and smokestack. An oval portrait of E.T. Meredith, the esteemed publisher, is prominently displayed, adding a personal touch to this historical view. The postcard's reverse side provides fascinating insights into the building's construction, noting it was built of concrete and steel reinforced, measuring 123x155 feet with a 25x55 foot elevator annex. It proudly states that magazines such as Successful Farming, Fruit Garden and Home, and Dairy Farmer were printed here monthly using the latest machinery. This piece offers a unique glimpse into the agricultural publishing industry's significant presence in Iowa during its time, making it a valuable collectible for enthusiasts of Americana, publishing history, and vintage Iowa scenes.
