1916 Harvard College Emerson Hall Philosophy Building Cambridge MA Postcard
$ 5.28
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1916 Harvard College Emerson Hall Philosophy Building Cambridge MA Postcard. The card features a vibrant, colorized view of the classic brick architecture, highlighted by elegant white trim, set amidst a lush, verdant landscape with mature trees. 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 captivating vintage postcard showcases Emerson Hall, the Philosophy Building at Harvard College in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The card features a vibrant, colorized view of the classic brick architecture, highlighted by elegant white trim, set amidst a lush, verdant landscape with mature trees. The detailed printing technique captures the academic grandeur of this iconic institution, making it a wonderful piece of historical memorabilia for collectors of university ephemera or Massachusetts history. Published by The Hugh C. Leighton Co. of Portland, Maine, and notably "MADE IN GERMANY," this postcard represents a common practice of early 20th-century printing, known for its quality and distinctive aesthetic. The reverse side bears a clear North Acton, Massachusetts postmark from July 10, 1916, along with a one-cent Washington stamp and a charming handwritten message from "Florence" to "Mr. C. M. Armstrong" in Los Angeles, California. This postcard offers a tangible connection to the past, preserving both a visual snapshot of Harvard's campus and a personal story from over a century ago.
