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Gore Hall Harvard University Freshmen Dormitories Cambridge MA Postcard. The illustration showcases the classic brick architecture and grand scale of the university's residential buildings as they appeared in the early 20th century. 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 vintage white border era postcard features a striking view of Gore Hall, part of the Freshmen Dormitories at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The illustration showcases the classic brick architecture and grand scale of the university's residential buildings as they appeared in the early 20th century. In the foreground, a expansive green lawn leads the eye toward the multi-story structures, while early automobiles parked along the street provide a wonderful sense of the time period. Published by M. Abrams of Roxbury, Massachusetts, this card is a fine example of early American collegiate lithography. The reverse side includes a handwritten message describing the buildings as 'fine, new buildings' down by the river, offering a personal glimpse into the history of Harvard's campus development. This piece is an excellent addition for collectors of Ivy League memorabilia, Massachusetts history, or vintage university architecture postcards.