M.V. Klickitat Grounding Postcard Washington State Ferry Port Townsend Whidbey
$ 3.15
Description
M.V. Klickitat Grounding Postcard Washington State Ferry Port Townsend Whidbey. The image captures the vessel grounded on the rocky shoreline near Keystone Landing on Whidbey Island, with the playful caption, "but Captain. this isn't my stop!". The photograph, taken by John Kaiser of Northstar Photography, illustrates the scale of the ferry against the beach where onlookers, including children, witness the unusual sight. This unique postcard features a rare and humorous look at a maritime mishap involving the M.V. Klickitat, a Steel Electric-class ferry of the Washington State Ferry system. The image captures the vessel grounded on the rocky shoreline near Keystone Landing on Whidbey Island, with the playful caption, "but Captain... this isn't my stop!" The photograph, taken by John Kaiser of Northstar Photography, illustrates the scale of the ferry against the beach where onlookers, including children, witness the unusual sight. The grounding was reportedly caused by a failure in the boat's steering system during its Port Townsend to Whidbey Island run. Produced with high-quality printing by FISA-Escudo de Oro in Barcelona, Spain, and distributed by Smith-Western Co. of Tacoma, Washington, this modern chrome era postcard is a fascinating piece of Pacific Northwest history. It serves as both a collectible for ferry enthusiasts and a quirky piece of regional memorabilia. The back includes detailed text explaining the event, along with the publisher's information and a barcode, making it a well-documented addition to any collection of Washington State nautical or transportation history. SHIPPING COST: ALL ORDERS ARE EXPIDITED, ORDERS ARE TYPICALLY SHIPPED WITHIN TWO HOURS OF MY RECEIPT OF PAYMENT UNLESS I AM OUT OF TOWN SOURCING NEW ITEMS OR MY STORE IS IN VACATION MODE BOTH OF THESE MITIGATING FACTORS ARE RARE. SEE MULTIPLE SCANS OF ITEM. Please use eBay magnifier for a more detailed view of the item. CONDITION: Moderate wear and some soiling. Combined shipping always available on multiple items. PLEASE USE THE E-BAY SHOPPING CART AS IT MAKES COMBINED SHIPPING EASIER TO SEE. Thank you! I have a great passion for collecting postcards, photographs and ephemera. My store offers many rare and hard to find items as well as always being able to guarantee their authenticity as vintage and genuine. Each week I will be posting rare, unusual, high-quality and unique items for the advanced, intermediate and beginning collector. Our items are ALWAYS vintage. Please bookmark our store and I look forward to helping you build your collections!
