US Gypsum Co Tawas City MI Quarry RPPC c.1940s Real Photo Postcard

$ 6.34

Theme: Mining Region: Michigan Signed: No Postage Condition: Posted Country: United States Continent: North America Country of Origin: United States City: Tawas City Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Subject: Industrial Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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US Gypsum Co Tawas City MI Quarry RPPC c.1940s Real Photo Postcard. L. Loop Co. of Milwaukee, known for producing detailed photographic views. 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 unique piece of industrial history with this vintage real photo postcard (RPPC) depicting the U.S. Gypsum Co. quarry in Tawas City, Michigan. The image captures the expansive landscape of the gypsum mining operation, showcasing large mounds of removed soil, a winding waterway, and active railroad tracks used for transporting the raw materials. This scene provides an authentic glimpse into the significant industrial activity that shaped the region during the mid-20th century. Handwritten details on the reverse confirm the postcard's origin, stating, "This is a view of a portion of our Quarry. The mounds are soil removed to get at the gypsum rock. It is shipped from here by boat." This personal account adds a rich layer of historical context to the visual documentation of the gypsum extraction process. The postcard was published by Jul. L. Loop Co. of Milwaukee, known for producing detailed photographic views. This collectible piece offers valuable insight into Michigan's industrial heritage and the American mining industry. Ideal for collectors of Michigan memorabilia, industrial history, RPPCs, or those interested in the U.S. Gypsum Company.