Description: $1 flat for the first 4 cards, plus $0.33 for each additional postcard, unless specified otherwise. This real photo postcard (RPPC) showcases the "Pleasure Bay" pleasure boat steaming along Mobile Bay, Alabama. The steamboat features a grand paddlewheel with the name "Pleasure Bay" prominently displayed. Aboard the boat, passengers can be seen enjoying their ride on the calm waters, with black smoke billowing from the boat's stacks, adding to the vintage charm of this early 20th-century scene. The postcard captures an iconic moment in Alabama's maritime history. On the reverse, the card bears a postmark from August 3, 1918, sent to a recipient in Kokomo, Indiana. The Red Cross American Red Cross Mobile Canteen is stamped on the card, adding historical significance and making this an excellent item for both maritime and World War I-era collectors. The handwritten message details a brief note from the sender's trip. Condition: The postcard shows signs of edge wear, corner creases, and light discoloration typical of a card from 1918. There is also some surface wear, but the overall image remains clear and attractive. See pics for detail. Thank you for your interest in our collection of vintage to antique postcards. Each postcard in our collection has its own unique history and character, reflecting its journey through time. Due to their age, it's natural for these postcards to show signs of wear such as edge wear, corner bumps, surface scratches, or slight discoloration. We believe these characteristics contribute to the authenticity and charm of each piece. We have done our best to capture the condition of each postcard through detailed photographs that form an integral part of this listing. We encourage you to examine these images closely to appreciate the true condition of the postcard. Should you have any questions about a specific postcard or require more detailed images, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to assist you and ensure that you can select the perfect piece for your collection with confidence.
Price: 12.99 USD
Location: Mattawan, Michigan
End Time: 2025-01-07T15:00:00.000Z
Shipping Cost: 1 USD
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Item Specifics
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Number of Items in Set: 1
Unit of Sale: Single Unit
Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)
Signed: No
Year Manufactured: 1918
City: Mobile
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Subject: Pleasure Paddlewheel Boat "Pleasure Bay"
Type: Printed (Lithograph)
Unit Type: Unit
Era: White Border (1915-1930)
Region: Alabama
Country: United States
Theme: Boats, Steamboats, World War I
Features: Red Cross Stamp, Historical Significance, Postmarked
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919
Unit Quantity: 1
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Postage Condition: Posted
