Gettysburg PA Wills House Lincoln Gettysburg Address Tichnor Linen Postcard
$ 5.28
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Gettysburg PA Wills House Lincoln Gettysburg Address Tichnor Linen 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 features a vibrant view of The Square in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, a location steeped in American history. The central focus highlights the iconic Wills House, specifically marking the room where President Abraham Lincoln famously penned a portion of his immortal Gettysburg Address. Surrounding this historic landmark, the postcard also depicts the Masonic Temple and sections of York and Baltimore Streets, capturing the essence of the town square during its era. Produced by Tichnor Bros., Inc. of Boston, Mass., known for their "Tichnor Quality Views," this postcard showcases the characteristic texture of a linen-era production. The detailed colorization brings to life the architecture and street scene, including early automobiles and a prominent American flag. The reverse side includes an excerpt from "Lincoln's Gettysburg Address" by Orton H. Carmichael, adding significant historical context and making this a highly collectible piece for enthusiasts of presidential history, Civil War memorabilia, and Pennsylvania historical postcards.
