Catholic Church Burlington Kansas 1910 Postcard Vintage US Postage
$ 5.28
Description
Catholic Church Burlington Kansas 1910 Postcard Vintage US Postage. The front captures the architectural elegance of the church, complete with its towering steeple, nestled amidst lush trees, providing a serene depiction of the local landscape. The aesthetic suggests a hand-colored lithograph or similar printing technique, characteristic of the era, bringing a soft, artistic touch to the scene. 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 early 20th-century Americana with this charming vintage postcard featuring the Catholic Church in Burlington, Kansas. The front captures the architectural elegance of the church, complete with its towering steeple, nestled amidst lush trees, providing a serene depiction of the local landscape. This postcard offers a glimpse into the community and religious life of a small Kansas town from over a century ago. The aesthetic suggests a hand-colored lithograph or similar printing technique, characteristic of the era, bringing a soft, artistic touch to the scene. The reverse side reveals a rich historical narrative, postmarked from Ridley, Kansas, on July 10, 1910, bearing a one-cent U.S. postage stamp featuring George Washington. A handwritten message details a personal update, while the address clearly indicates its destination: Mrs. C. H. Campbell in Shawnee, Oklahoma. This artifact not only preserves the image of a significant local landmark but also serves as a tangible link to a bygone era of communication, offering insight into daily life and connections across the Midwest in the early 1900s. It's a fascinating collectible for enthusiasts of Kansas history, religious architecture, or early 20th-century ephemera.
