1914 Genoa Nebraska Government Indian School Employees Quarters Postcard

$ 5.27

City: Genoa Subject: Historical, Native American, School Country of Origin: United States Time Period Manufactured: 1910-1919 Postage Condition: Posted Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Unit Quantity: 1 Type: Printed (Lithograph) Year Manufactured: 1914 Country: United States Era: Divided Back (1907-1915) Features: Printed Lithograph Signed: No Number of Items in Set: 1 Region: Nebraska Unit of Sale: Single Unit Continent: North America Unit Type: Unit

Description

1914 Genoa Nebraska Government Indian School Employees Quarters Postcard. Discover a piece of early 20th-century history with this vintage postcard depicting the Employes' Quarters at the Government Indian School in Genoa, Nebraska. The image showcases the substantial brick building, framed by mature trees, offering a glimpse into the architectural style and institutional setting of the era. This historical artifact provides valuable insight into the infrastructure supporting such significant educational institutions in the United States. This particular postcard is a fascinating example from 1914, featuring a sepia-tone photographic print that captures the details of the building and its surroundings. The reverse side bears a clear Fullerton, Nebraska postmark dated October 11, 1914, alongside a one-cent George Washington stamp, indicating its journey through the postal system. The handwritten message and address to Mrs. O. G. McIntosh in Red Oak, Iowa, further connect this postcard to a specific moment in time and personal correspondence, making it a unique collectible for enthusiasts of Nebraska history, Native American history, or vintage postcards.