Steamboat City of Bangor Hampton Narrows Penobscot River Maine 1908 Postcard
$ 6.6
Description
Steamboat City of Bangor Hampton Narrows Penobscot River Maine 1908 Postcard. The scene captures the tranquility of the waterway, flanked by lush, forested shorelines under a softly clouded sky. The vibrant, hand-colored appearance of the image highlights the natural beauty of the region and the grandeur of the steamboat. 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 early 20th-century postcard features the majestic steamboat "City of Bangor" as it navigates the picturesque Hampton Narrows on the Penobscot River in Maine. The scene captures the tranquility of the waterway, flanked by lush, forested shorelines under a softly clouded sky. A smaller vessel can be observed in the distance, adding a sense of scale to this historic maritime landscape. This piece offers a glimpse into the bustling river traffic and scenic beauty of Maine's Penobscot River during the early 1900s. The postcard, published by O. Crosby Bean of Bangor, Maine, and printed in Germany, showcases the fine lithographic artistry characteristic of the era. The vibrant, hand-colored appearance of the image highlights the natural beauty of the region and the grandeur of the steamboat. The reverse side features a classic divided back design, indicating its use for both correspondence and address, alongside postage requirements for domestic and foreign mail. This collectible serves as a historical document, preserving a moment in time from Maine's rich nautical heritage.
