Fort Henry Bridge Wheeling WV Ohio River Vintage Chrome Postcard 1955
$ 5.28
Description
Fort Henry Bridge Wheeling WV Ohio River Vintage Chrome Postcard 1955. The image showcases the bridge's grandeur with a bus traversing its lanes, set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a clear sky. 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 features the iconic Fort Henry Bridge, an impressive steel arch structure spanning the Ohio River in Wheeling, West Virginia. The image showcases the bridge's grandeur with a bus traversing its lanes, set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a clear sky. Captured in vibrant Ektachrome by Paul M. Penney, this postcard highlights the bridge's significant architectural design and its role in connecting U.S. Routes 40 and 250. The postcard commemorates the bridge, which was dedicated on September 8, 1955, and built at a cost exceeding six million dollars. Published by Wenday Film Service, Inc. and Dexter Press, Inc., this piece represents a classic era of postcard production, likely a chrome type given its vivid colors and photographic quality. It offers a glimpse into mid-20th century American infrastructure and the scenic beauty of the Ohio River Valley, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of West Virginia memorabilia, bridge enthusiasts, or those interested in historical transportation landmarks.
