1910 St. Lukes Hospital Private Wards New Bedford MA Postcard H.S. Hutchinson
$ 5.28
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1910 St. Lukes Hospital Private Wards New Bedford MA Postcard H.S. Hutchinson. 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 piece of New Bedford's past with this charming 1910 postcard, showcasing the Private Wards of St. Luke's Hospital. The detailed image captures the architectural elegance of the hospital buildings, set amidst verdant grounds, rendered with a distinctive color tinting that was popular in early 20th-century postcards. This view offers a glimpse into the serene and well-maintained environment provided for patients during that era, highlighting the historical significance of healthcare institutions in American cities. Published by H. S. Hutchinson & Co. of New Bedford, Mass., and printed in Germany, this postcard features a classic divided back. It bears a clear May 3, 1910 postmark from New Bedford, Massachusetts, and carries a one-cent U.S. postage stamp featuring George Washington. The handwritten message and address to "Miss Annie Rice, So. Westport Mass" add a personal touch, connecting you to a specific moment in time and the communication practices of the period. This collectible piece is ideal for enthusiasts of vintage New Bedford memorabilia, hospital history, or early 20th-century Americana.
