Keokuk Iowa River Museum Towboat Geo M Verity Postcard Vintage
$ 6.6
Description
Keokuk Iowa River Museum Towboat Geo M Verity Postcard Vintage. Built in 1927, this historic vessel, originally the S. S. Thorpe, once pioneered barge service on the Upper Mississippi. 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. Discover a piece of American river history with this captivating vintage postcard featuring the Towboat George M. Verity, berthed as the Keokuk River Museum in Keokuk, Iowa. Built in 1927, this historic vessel, originally the S. S. Thorpe, once pioneered barge service on the Upper Mississippi. Later renamed by Armco Steel in honor of its founder, it now serves as a fascinating museum dedicated to Upper Mississippi River history, inviting tourists to explore its rich past. This postcard captures the majestic presence of the George M. Verity under a vibrant blue sky with fluffy white clouds, showcasing its distinctive paddlewheel and museum signage. The reverse side provides a detailed historical narrative of the towboat, noting its construction year, original name, and its transformation into a cultural landmark in Victory Park. Produced by Litho Henry McGrew Printing and featuring photography by Leo W. Gredell, this collectible item offers a tangible link to the golden age of riverboats and the industrious spirit of the Mississippi.
