Description
Devil's Chair St. Croix River Minneapolis MN 1908 Logging Postcard Posted. 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 features the iconic Devil's Chair rock formation situated along the scenic St. Croix River, near Minneapolis, Minnesota. The image beautifully captures the natural grandeur of the unique geological structure amidst lush, forested riverbanks, with the telltale presence of logs floating in the river, hinting at the historical logging industry prevalent in the region during the era. The vibrant colors suggest a colorized photographic print or a detailed lithographic process, characteristic of early 20th-century postcard production. Published by Kropp Co. of Milwaukee and Chicago, with a copyright attributed to Sweet Mfg. Co., this piece offers a glimpse into Minnesota's natural wonders and industrial past. The postcard was postmarked in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in March 1908, making it a genuine historical artifact from a bygone era. It bears a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp and a handwritten message, adding to its authentic vintage charm and collectible appeal for enthusiasts of Minnesota history, river scenes, and early 20th-century Americana.