Up for sale is an antique linen postcard featuring the Consumers Power Company plant in Saginaw, Michigan. The vibrant, textured finish characteristic of the Curt Teich \"Art-Colortone\" style showcases the industrial facility against a clear blue sky. The front caption reads: \"CONSUMERS POWER COMPANY, SAGINAW, MICH.\" and carries the code 3A-H1545 in the bottom right corner.
Historical Details:
- Postmark: Saginaw, Mich. (May 4, 1942)
- Stamp: 1-cent Defense stamp, featuring the Statue of Liberty (Industry-Agriculture)
- Addressee: Mr. and Mrs. Art De-Forest, Raymond, Washington, R.F.D. #1, Box 241
Message Highlights:
- Dated \"May 4. 1942\", the sender writes to relatives about their recent trip back to Michigan from Washington, noting \"we had a good trip... only had one flat tire\". The message reflects the era, as they mention being \"here in a camp ground\" and the need to \"look for work\".
Condition:
- Used/Posted. The card shows typical age-related wear with light rounding to the corners and minor edge toning. Please review the high-resolution front and back scans provided to determine the exact condition for yourself before purchasing.
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