1930 Across Muskingum River Marietta OH Postcard

About This Vintage Postcard

The quiet power of the Muskingum River is captured here in a vibrant view looking toward the historic heart of Marietta. The steady rush of water over the low dam in the foreground leads the eye across the river to a skyline where the white clock tower of the courthouse stands tall against a bright, expansive sky. A dark metal truss bridge stretches across the water, connecting the city's storied past to its bustling 1930s present. It is a peaceful afternoon scene that captures the enduring charm of Ohio’s oldest city, preserved with the soft, saturated colors and distinct character of an early twentieth-century print.

Details

Era: White Border, 1930s (1930)
City: Marietta
State: Ohio
Country: United States of America
Topics: Rivers and Dams, City Skylines, Bridges, Historic Architecture
Artist/Photographer: Unknown
Condition: Uncirculated
Orientation: Horizontal (Landscape)
Publisher: I. Robbins and Son, Pittsburgh, PA. (IRAS)
Printer: Curt Teich and Co., Chicago