Lewiston-Queenston Suspension Bridge Niagara River NY Postcard 1899

$ 5.02

Continent: North America Region: New York Country of Origin: United States Country: United States Theme: Cities Towns Subject: Bridge Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915) Postage Condition: Unposted City: Lewiston

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Lewiston-Queenston Suspension Bridge Niagara River NY Postcard 1899. The hand-tinted quality of the image adds a nostalgic charm, bringing to life the scenic landscape of the Niagara Falls region from over a century ago. 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 historic Lewiston-Queenston Suspension Bridge spanning the majestic Niagara River. Opened to the public in July 1899, this architectural marvel connected Lewiston on the American side with Queenston, Canada. The detailed image captures the bridge's impressive 1050-foot length and its commanding 80-foot elevation above the water, highlighting its unique status as the only suspension bridge crossing the Niagara River at that time. The hand-tinted quality of the image adds a nostalgic charm, bringing to life the scenic landscape of the Niagara Falls region from over a century ago. Collectors and enthusiasts of Niagara Falls history will appreciate this piece, which offers a glimpse into early 20th-century engineering and cross-border connections. The reverse side provides fascinating historical context about the bridge's specifications and its significance, including a mention of an earlier suspension bridge at this location. This postcard serves as a wonderful historical artifact, preserving the memory of a pivotal structure that facilitated travel and trade between the United States and Canada.