{"product_id":"4268","title":"1936 New Arch Bridge Deering Oaks Portland ME Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep into the historic heart of Portland with this vibrant linen-era postcard featuring the New Arch Bridge in Deering Oaks Park. This 55-acre public park was designed in the late 19th century and has served as a central recreation hub for generations. The image showcases the graceful arch of the bridge reflecting in the park's tranquil pond, surrounded by the lush, towering oaks that give the park its name. This view captures the peaceful atmosphere of the park during its mid-century prime, when it was a premier destination for local families and travelers exploring Maine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Linen (circa 1936)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Portland\u003cbr\u003eState or Region: Maine\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States\u003cbr\u003eTopic: Public Parks and Historic Bridges\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Circulated (Postmarked 1938)\u003cbr\u003ePostage: 1¢ Green Benjamin Franklin Stamp\u003cbr\u003eAddress Side: Divided Back\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Landscape)\u003cbr\u003eArtist \/ Photographer: Unknown\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Chisholm Bros., Portland, Me.\u003cbr\u003ePrinter: Tichnor Bros., Inc., Boston, Mass.\u003cbr\u003ePrint Type: Lithograph\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe back of this card contains a detailed handwritten message from Carrie to Mrs. Frank E. Walls in Melrose, Mass. Postmarked September 15, 1938, in Portland, Maine, Sent during th eheart of The Great Depression, the sender discusses her work for a lady who had a nervous breakdown and mentions the Press Herald office. This postcard is a fascinating piece of social and local history from pre-war Maine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis card would look great framed or make an excellent addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLove it ♡\u003cbr\u003eGet it ☆\u003cbr\u003eGet Lucky 💋 Vintage\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tichnor Brothers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46804071776445,"sku":"4268","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/4268.jpg?v=1779131975","url":"https:\/\/www.getluckyvintage.com\/products\/4268","provider":"Get Lucky Vintage ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}