Portland OR Old Fashioned Steam Train Oregon Zoo Washington Park Postcard

$ 5.02

Country: United States City: Portland Theme: Railroadiana Country of Origin: United States Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Subject: Train Continent: North America Region: Oregon Postage Condition: Unposted

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Portland OR Old Fashioned Steam Train Oregon Zoo Washington Park Postcard. It represents a significant part of Portland's recreational and transportation history, perfect for those who appreciate the nostalgia of steam travel and iconic city attractions. 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 charming vintage postcard featuring the iconic Old Fashioned Steam Train as it rumbles through the verdant forest of Portland, Oregon. This captivating image captures a true-scale replica of a classic steam locomotive, showcasing its distinctive red, black, and green livery, complete with a dramatic plume of smoke billowing into the sky. The train, a beloved attraction of the Portland Zoological Gardens (now the Oregon Zoo), is depicted on its scenic journey to Washington Park, offering a glimpse into a treasured local experience. This vibrant color photo postcard, artfully captured by Kenneth Vermillion, highlights the lush Pacific Northwest landscape surrounding the railway. The detailed imagery and the historical context provided on the reverse side make this a remarkable piece for collectors of Oregoniana, railway memorabilia, or vintage travel ephemera. It represents a significant part of Portland's recreational and transportation history, perfect for those who appreciate the nostalgia of steam travel and iconic city attractions.