Main Street Mission Texas 1950s Humble Oil Cars Dextone Postcard
$ 5.28
Description
Main Street Mission Texas 1950s Humble Oil Cars Dextone Postcard. The reverse provides detailed historical and geographical context, highlighting the region's vast oil fields and its location near the Rio Grande. 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. Step back in time with this vibrant Dextone postcard showcasing Main Street in Mission, Texas, during the mid-20th century. The scene captures a bustling streetscape, complete with classic cars lining the thoroughfare and period storefronts, including a prominent "HUMBLE" sign, a nod to Humble Oil's presence in the era. This postcard offers a vivid glimpse into the daily life and architectural style of Mission, known as the "Home of the Grapefruit" and rich in history, including its 1850 establishment as an old Spanish Mission and its proximity to the former home of William Jennings Bryan. Produced by Dexter Press from Ektachrome and Kodachrome, this postcard exemplifies the bright, crisp imagery characteristic of Dextone printing techniques. The reverse provides detailed historical and geographical context, highlighting the region's vast oil fields and its location near the Rio Grande. This collectible piece is ideal for enthusiasts of Texas history, vintage Americana, classic automobiles, and postcard collectors seeking a well-preserved representation of a bygone era.
