Wayne Hotel Detroit Michigan 1912 Postcard Jefferson Avenue Historic
$ 5.02
Description
Wayne Hotel Detroit Michigan 1912 Postcard Jefferson Avenue Historic. 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 vintage postcard captures the grandeur of the Wayne Hotel in Detroit, Michigan, as it stood in the early 20th century. Depicting the hotel's impressive multi-story brick facade and distinctive corner architecture, the image showcases the bustling urban environment with an American flag proudly flying above. The meticulous colorization highlights the architectural details and the period street scene, offering a glimpse into Detroit's vibrant past. The reverse side of the postcard is postmarked January 7, 1912, from Janesville, Wisconsin, and bears a one-cent George Washington U.S. postage stamp. It features a handwritten message and is addressed to Miss Florrie Blount in Reading, Michigan. Pre-printed text provides fascinating historical context, noting the Wayne Hotel's prime location on Jefferson Avenue at the corner of Third, across from the Michigan Central depot, and its reputation as a favorite hotel for over 20 years, known for its river views and summer pavilion. This piece is a remarkable collectible for enthusiasts of Detroit history, early 20th-century Americana, and vintage hotel memorabilia.
