Canning Factory Union City Michigan Horses Wagons Real Photo Postcard 1913
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Condition: *Please* use the Hip photo magnifier to check for flaws on each picture, mouse over to zoom and ... Read more about the seller notes *Please* use the Hip photo magnifier to check for flaws on each picture, mouse over to zoom and click to enlarge. Comes from a smoke free home. Common errors from the scanner vs damage are digital lines (usually grey or pink), cutting off the top of the card/words. Read Less about the seller notes
Original real photo postcard (RPPC) showing the Canning Factory in Union City, Michigan, circa early 1900s. The image captures a bustling day outside the factory, with numerous horse-drawn wagons lined up to deliver goods. Workers and townspeople can be seen on the porch and around the wagons, offering a rare glimpse into small-town agricultural industry in the early 20th century. The handwritten caption on the front reads: “Canning Factory, Union City, Mich.”The postcard was mailed in 1913, postmarked Union City, Michigan, and addressed to Battle Creek, Michigan. It includes a green 1¢ George Washington stamp and a lengthy handwritten message about a recent storm and its damage.Historical Context:Canning factories were vital to rural communities in the Midwest during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, processing farm produce such as corn, peas, beans, and tomatoes for wider distribution. These factories provided seasonal employment and supported local farming economies.Union City, located in Branch County, Michigan, had a strong agricultural base, and the canning factory would have been a major hub of activity during harvest season. Real photo postcards like this not only documented local industries but also served as a way for residents to share their town’s progress and prosperity with friends and family.The presence of horse-drawn wagons illustrates the transitional period before trucks became the dominant form of agricultural transport, making this image a particularly valuable historical record.Details:Type: Real Photo Postcard (RPPC)Subject: Union City Canning Factory with horses and wagonsPostmark: Union City, Michigan – September 8, 1913Stamp: 1¢ George Washington (green)Condition: Good vintage condition; age toning and light wear typical for its age. Handwritten message and postal handling on reverse. Please review scans for details.A rare and historically significant RPPC showing the Union City, Michigan canning factory in 1913 — an excellent addition for collectors of industrial history, Michigan towns, and agricultural ephemera.
Original real photo postcard (RPPC) showing the Canning Factory in Union City, Michigan, circa early 1900s. The image captures a bustling day outside the factory, with numerous horse-drawn wagons lined up to deliver goods. Workers and townspeople can be seen on the porch and around the wagons, offering a rare glimpse into small-town agricultural industry in the early 20th century. The handwritten caption on the front reads: “Canning Factory, Union City, Mich.”The postcard was mailed in 1913, postmarked Union City, Michigan, and addressed to Battle Creek, Michigan. It includes a green 1¢ George Washington stamp and a lengthy handwritten message about a recent storm and its damage.Historical Context:Canning factories were vital to rural communities in the Midwest during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, processing farm produce such as corn, peas, beans, and tomatoes for wider distribution. These factories provided seasonal employment and supported local farming economies.Union City, located in Branch County, Michigan, had a strong agricultural base, and the canning factory would have been a major hub of activity during harvest season. Real photo postcards like this not only documented local industries but also served as a way for residents to share their town’s progress and prosperity with friends and family.The presence of horse-drawn wagons illustrates the transitional period before trucks became the dominant form of agricultural transport, making this image a particularly valuable historical record.Details:Type: Real Photo Postcard (RPPC)Subject: Union City Canning Factory with horses and wagonsPostmark: Union City, Michigan – September 8, 1913Stamp: 1¢ George Washington (green)Condition: Good vintage condition; age toning and light wear typical for its age. Handwritten message and postal handling on reverse. Please review scans for details.A rare and historically significant RPPC showing the Union City, Michigan canning factory in 1913 — an excellent addition for collectors of industrial history, Michigan towns, and agricultural ephemera.
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