Vintage Postcard Str. Mt. Washington Arriving at The Weirs Lake Winnipesaukee NH
$ 5.54
Description
Vintage Postcard Str. Mt. Washington Arriving at The Weirs Lake Winnipesaukee NH. The scene captures a historic paddlewheel steamboat billowing smoke as it pulls up alongside a bustling dock with people and smaller boats nearby. This vintage postcard features a charming color illustration of the steamboat Mount Washington arriving at The Weirs, a popular dock area on Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire. The scene captures a historic paddlewheel steamboat billowing smoke as it pulls up alongside a bustling dock with people and smaller boats nearby. Lush trees and distant hills frame the picturesque lake setting under a partly cloudy sky. The postcard dates from the early 20th century, evidenced by the 1-cent green U.S. postage stamp and the postmark from Laconia, N.H., dated August 30. Published by Atkinson News Co., Tilton, N.H., this card is part of their Naturekrom series (identified by the stamp on the back), known for vibrant color lithography. The card’s caption, “STR. MT. WASHINGTON ARRIVING AT THE WEIRS, LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE, N.H.,” prominently identifies the scene and adds collectible value. Collectors of Americana, vintage travel memorabilia, and New England steamboat history will find this postcard a desirable addition. It evokes the golden era of lake tourism and steamship travel in the northeastern United States.
