Bethlehem PA Pennsylvania Lehigh University Richards House Linen Postcard 1938

This vintage linen postcard features the Charles Russ Richards House, a dormitory at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The building, completed in September 1938, was named after Lehigh's seventh president and was designed to accommodate 144 men. The postcard showcases the impressive Gothic-style architecture with its distinctive peaked green roofs and brick facade, set against a bright blue sky with fluffy clouds.

Printed by The Mebane Greeting Card Co. of Wilkes-Barre, PA, this postcard is a fine example of the popular linen postcard era, known for its textured feel and vibrant color reproduction. The depiction of a historic university landmark combined with the linen printing technique makes this postcard a desirable collectible for postcard enthusiasts, alumni, and architecture fans. The card measures the standard 5.5 x 3.5 inches and carries a charming nostalgic appeal from the late 1930s.

Postcard Size: Standard Vintage 3 1/2 by 5 1/2(Unless Otherwise Noted in Title)
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