Tabor College Hillsboro Kansas 1913 Postcard Windmill Novelty Co Denver

$ 5.27

Features: Postmarked City: Hillsboro Unit of Sale: Single Unit Postage Condition: Posted Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919 Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Number of Items in Set: 1 Type: Printed (Lithograph) Year Manufactured: 1913 Subject: Colleges Universities Continent: North America Brand/Publisher: Novelty Co. Denver, Colo. Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915) Unit Type: Unit Country of Origin: United States brand: Novelty Co. Denver, Colo. Country: United States Region: Kansas Signed: No Unit Quantity: 1

Description

Tabor College Hillsboro Kansas 1913 Postcard Windmill Novelty Co Denver. The central focus is the impressive red brick main building, distinguished by its dark roof and lighter foundation, showcasing the architectural style of the period. To the right of the college, a classic windmill stands tall, adding a touch of rural charm and historical context to the landscape. This captivating vintage postcard features a vivid depiction of Tabor College in Hillsboro, Kansas, as it appeared in the early 20th century. The central focus is the impressive red brick main building, distinguished by its dark roof and lighter foundation, showcasing the architectural style of the period. To the right of the college, a classic windmill stands tall, adding a touch of rural charm and historical context to the landscape. Published by the Novelty Co. of Denver, Colorado, this card captures a moment in time with its hand-tinted aesthetic, bringing the scene to life with subtle colors. The reverse side bears a clear postmark from Hillsboro, Kansas, dated August 12, 1913, confirming its historical authenticity and providing a precise timestamp. It was addressed to Miss Rose Budthuer in Ord, Nebraska, and carries a one-cent George Washington U.S. postage stamp, reflecting the postal rates of the era. This collectible piece offers a unique glimpse into the history of Tabor College and the early 1900s.