Bird\'s Eye View Reading PA from Pagoda Mt Linen Postcard Berkshire News for Sale

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Bird\'s Eye View Reading PA from Pagoda Mt Linen Postcard Berkshire News For Sale

$Bird\'s Eye View Reading PA from Pagoda Mt Linen Postcard Berkshire News$
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Bird\'s Eye View Reading PA from Pagoda Mt Linen Postcard Berkshire News:
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This vintage linen postcard features a stunning bird\'s eye view of Reading, Pennsylvania, as seen from the iconic Pagoda on Mount Penn. The vibrant illustration captures the dense cityscape nestled against the rolling hills of the Schuylkill River Valley. The foreground showcases the unique architectural details of the Pagoda\'s balcony and red-tiled roof, providing a sense of scale and perspective over the sprawling urban landscape below.Produced as a \'Colourpicture\' publication by Boston-based printers for the Berkshire News Co. of Reading, PA, this card exemplifies the linen era of postcard manufacturing. The textured cardstock and saturated colors are characteristic of the mid-20th century, making it a wonderful piece of local history and Americana. It serves as a nostalgic look at the industrial and residential heart of Berks County during a period of significant growth.