Oklahoma City OK Kingkade Hotel Early 1900s Divided Back Postcard S.H. Kress

This vintage postcard features the Kingkade Hotel in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, showcasing early 20th-century architecture with its prominent classical detailing. The image highlights a bustling street scene with adjacent commercial buildings including the S.H. Kress store, a well-known chain of five-and-dime retail stores from that era. The postcard is a linen-type print, popular in the 1910s and 1920s, characterized by its textured surface and vibrant color saturation.

Published by S.H. Kress & Co., this postcard captures a slice of Oklahoma City's historical downtown, reflecting the city's growth and urban development during the early 1900s. The back reveals a handwritten message and a 1-cent U.S. postage stamp postmarked 1911, adding to the collectible appeal for postcard and local history enthusiasts. This original postcard is a valuable piece for collectors interested in vintage architecture, Americana, and early Oklahoma landmarks.

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