1889 Amoskeag Mfg Co Manchester NH Land Sale George Washington Postal Card For Sale

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1889 Amoskeag Mfg Co Manchester NH Land Sale George Washington Postal Card:
$30.00

Discover a fascinating piece of late 19th-century American history with this original government-issued postal card from 1889. The front features the classic United States Postal Card design, showcasing a dignified profile portrait of George Washington, emblematic of the era's official correspondence. A clear Manchester, N.H. postmark confirms its mailing date of May 9, 1889, addressed to Mr. Allen Chisholm at 78 Lowell St.The reverse side reveals a compelling glimpse into industrial and real estate dealings of the period. It bears a printed message from the prominent Amoskeag Manufacturing Company of Manchester, N.H., formally requesting Mr. Chisholm to sign notes and a mortgage for a purchased lot of land. An additional oval hand stamp from Amoskeag M'f'g Co., dated May 8, 1889, further authenticates this unique piece of corporate communication and local history. This postal card offers a tangible connection to the economic activities and communication methods of the 1880s, making it a valuable addition for collectors of early postcards, industrial history, New Hampshire ephemera, or George Washington collectibles.