1907 Poconos Winona Falls Pennsylvania Vintage Postcard

About This Vintage Postcard

Immerse yourself in the natural majesty of the Poconos with this sweeping view of Winona Falls near the Delaware Water Gap. The scene captures the powerful rush of water as it tumbles over multiple rock ledges surrounded by a dense forest of evergreen and deciduous trees. A rustic wooden suspension bridge spans the upper falls, providing a dramatic vantage point for early twentieth century nature lovers. This location has been a celebrated destination for hikers and photographers for generations, offering a rugged contrast to the manicured lawns of the nearby grand resorts. The image serves as a beautiful record of the wild, untamed beauty that has made this mountain gap a premier American escape for nearly two centuries.

Details

Era: Divided Back (c. 1907–1910)
City: Delaware Water Gap
State or Region: Monroe County, Pennsylvania
Country: United States
Topic: Winona Falls, Delaware Water Gap Nature, Pennsylvania Waterfalls, Pocono Mountains History, Rustic Landscapes
Condition: Uncirculated
Postage: None
Address Side: divided back
Orientation: Vertical (Portrait)
Artist / Photographer: Unknown
Publisher: The Hugh C. Leighton Co. (Portland, Maine)
Printer: Printed in Frankfort o/Main, Germany (No. 1506)
Print Type: Lithograph

Additional Information

The publisher imprint identifies the firm as The Hugh C. Leighton Co. based in Portland Maine. This card was manufactured in Germany as part of their series number 1506. The partnership between Maine publishers and German printers in Frankfort was famous for producing high quality lithographs with exceptional color depth. The divided back format and the specific layout with the bold Old English style header narrow the manufacture date to the years immediately following the 1907 postal regulation change. Winona Falls remains a popular hiking destination today, located within the Saw Creek area.

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