Fort Wayne IN Indiana Technical College Chrome Postcard Unused

This vintage postcard features the Old Davenport House located on the Government Arsenal in Rock Island, Illinois, a historical landmark. The image is a color-tinted print typical of early 20th century postcards, showcasing the wooden structure with classic colonial architectural elements including a prominent chimney and a columned porch. The lush greenery and mature trees surrounding the house add to the nostalgic charm.

Published by W. G. Putnam & Co., Importers & Publishers of Rock Island, Ill., this postcard was made in Germany, indicating it was produced during a period when German printing was prominent in high-quality postcard production. The reverse side shows a handwritten message, addressed to Mrs. Earl D. Lawcraft in Meriden, Connecticut, with a postmark dated September 13, 1907. This postcard is a fascinating collectible for those interested in early American architecture, historical sites of Rock Island, and antique postcards printed abroad.

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