Orphans' Home Taber St New Bedford MA Postcard H. S. Hutchinson 1900s
$ 5.28
Description
Orphans' Home Taber St New Bedford MA Postcard H. S. Hutchinson 1900s. This striking black and white view captures the institutional architecture of the early 20th century, showcasing the building's facade with its multiple windows, porches, and distinctive rooflines. 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 rich history with this vintage postcard featuring The Orphans' Home on Taber Street. This striking black and white view captures the institutional architecture of the early 20th century, showcasing the building's facade with its multiple windows, porches, and distinctive rooflines. The postcard offers a glimpse into the philanthropic efforts and community structures of New Bedford during an era of significant industrial growth. Published by H. S. Hutchinson & Co., this collectible souvenir highlights New Bedford, Massachusetts, not just as a former whaling port but also as the "FIRST city in America in the manufacture of Fine Cotton Goods." This detail provides valuable historical context, placing the postcard squarely in a period when the city was a thriving textile hub. Ideal for collectors of Massachusetts memorabilia, New Bedford history, or those interested in social history and orphanages.
