GROUP OF RAILROAD WORKERS : ANTIQUE TOOLS : WORK CLOTHING : TRAINS : DEPOT : RPPC

This vintage occupational real photo postcard features a group of railroad workers wearing their work clothes. Note that three of the men are holding antique tools. The fellow standing on the right is holding a giant wrench. Next to that same gentleman is a large rack holding railroad construction equipment. Behind the men is a small depot building. The AZO stamp box indicates that this postcard was published between 1904 and 1918. This postcard has excellent clarity and is in good condition (see scans). This occupational railroad postcard is likely one-of-a-kind.  SOLD

Published in: on July 26, 2025 at 12:42 pm  Leave a Comment  
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CABINET CARD : 19TH CENTURY MAIL CARRIER : NORTH TONAWANDA NY : KNEIS STUDIO

This is a striking vintage cabinet card photograph of a proud mail carrier from North Tonawanda, New York. He is dressed in a distinguished double-breasted uniform, complete with a high-collared coat and a matching cap adorned with an insignia marked with the title of U.S. Mail and the number “3.” His neatly groomed mustache and confident yet approachable expression add to the charm of this historical portrait. The photograph was taken by Kneis’ Photographic Art Studio, located at the corner of Schenck and Oliver Streets in North Tonawanda, NY.  The photographer is likely John Kneis. He is listed in the 1902 business directory that focuses on North Tonawanda and other nearby cities, including Buffalo, New York. The town of North Tonawanda, situated along the Niagara River, was a bustling industrial and shipping hub during this time, known for its lumber trade and manufacturing industries. Mail carriers like the gentleman in this photograph played a crucial role in connecting the growing community, ensuring the timely delivery of letters and packages. (SOLD)

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TWO VICTORIAN WOMEN AND THEIR BICYLCES AND CYCLING ATTIRE

This Cabinet Card features two young woman and their bicycles. Magnification reveals that the bicycles have bells on the handle bars. The woman are wearing caps which brings up the issue of whether this is an occupational photograph. For example, were these women messengers or some other bicycle related employment. The woman on the left is wearing a dress which would make bicycling very difficult, so another possibility is that the caps and the bikes are just props from the photographic studio. The reverse of the card has an inscription that indicates that the woman under the “x” (the woman on the left), is named Miss H. Pleiss. Also in the inscription appears to be the word “Butte’. It is very possible that this cabinet card is from Butte, Montana. There is no evidence concerning the identity of the photographer. Note crease (not rip) near bottom left corner. This photograph is in Fair Condition. (see scans).

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GROUP OF PLUMBERS OR CONSTRUCTION WORKERS : IDENTIFIED : TOOLS : VINTAGE PHOTO

This vintage photograph features a group of nine men in work clothes and holding tools of their trade. They are possibly plumbers or construction workers. The men are identified in writing on the reverse of the photo. Their home states are also listed. Most are from Iowa and Missouri. SOLD

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TWO AFFECTIONATE MEN IN WESTERN UNION UNIFORMS (SWEET IMAGE)

This vintage real photo postcard is special on a number of accounts. First, the photographer did an amazing job of capturing the affection between the two men in the photograph. Second, this is an excellent occupational photo. Both men are wearing Western Union uniforms. Their hats have the emblem of the Western Union company and the initials “WU” appear on the upper sleeve of the uniform. Note the pen in the seated gentleman’s pocket as well as the pants band below the knee of the standing man.  The probable purpose of the band is to keep one’s pants leg in place so that they do not get entangled in the spokes of bicycles that are used for delivering messages. A third factor making this card special is that it was produced in a photographers studio; and not mass produced. Finally, the photographer of this image was very talented, and produced an overall wonderful photograph. Sorry for the editorializing. I don’t usually gush about the postcards that I sell.  SOLD

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PHOTOGRAPH OF WORKERS IN A TAILOR SHOP OR CLOTHING FACTORY : OCCUPATIONAL

This vintage miniature postcard features an inside look at a tailor shop or clothing factory. One wonders what hardships these workers faced in their daily jobs. Unfairly, my first thought when I saw this photograph concerned the The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory located in Greenwich Village, New York City. A fire in the factory, complicated by poor safety measures in the building, caused the death of 146 garment workers. I find it interesting to try to read the expressions of the workers in this photograph. The woman in the white dress/blouse has her head down and appears to be the only one in the shop working while being photographed. Was she bored with the photo shoot, or was she under pressure to produce an excessive amount of work? Was this factory a sweat shop? Note the sewing machine and hanging spools of thread in the image.  (SOLD)

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INFANTRYMAN IN SYRACUSE, NEW YORK (SPANISH AMERICAN WAR ERA)

This cabinet card features a soldier posing in uniform at the studio of  Edward E. Coatsworth (1841- ?) in Syracuse, New York. The soldier is from the era of the Spanish American War. It is my hope that the vast unpaid research department of the Cabinet Card Gallery will be able to provide more exact information about the time period of this photograph as well as specific information about his unit. Based on his badges,  it is my guess that he served in the infantry and that he was in the 203rd regiment and company K. The 203rd Infantry Regiment of the New York Volunteers was a Spanish American War unit. It served its term of service within the continental United States. Company K was formed from the 16th Separate Company of Catskill, New York The crossed rifle insignia was the cap badge of the U.S. Army Infantry. In 1898, the badge was moved to the collar of the military uniform. Underneath the crossed rifles badge on his hat is another badge and hopefully someone can identify it and leave a comment with an explanation. It is interesting to note the polka dot handkerchief the infantryman is wearing around his neck. Coatsworth was once partners with Frank G. Smith in operating a photographic studio in Syracuse (1889-1894).   (SOLD)

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A MILK CONDENSING FACTORY : NEW LONDON, WISCONSIN : DELIVERY WAGONS & HORSES

This vintage real photo postcard fetures a Milk Condensing Factory in New London, Wisconsin. Note the lined up horse drawn wagons holding large milk containers. This card was published by the McClellan studio, located in New London. This postcard is in very good condition (see scans).

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I’M YOUR CAPTAIN, I’M YOUR CAPTAIN, NAVAL OFFICER IN PORTSMOUTH, GREAT BRITAIN

A naval captain sits for his portrait at the studio of W. V. Amey in Portsmouth, Great Britain. I am uncertain about his rank. Perhaps a visitor to this page can provide helpful information to determine his rank and country of origin. Portsmouth was a significant naval port for centuries, including at the time of this photograph. The photographer advertises that his studio was patronized by the late Majesty Queen Victoria which confirms that the photograph was taken after 1901; the year of her death. This portrait cabinet card is in good condition (see scans).

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Published in: on July 29, 2023 at 12:00 pm  Comments (2)  
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CONSTRUCTION WORKERS : WOOD SCAFFOLDING : OCCUPATIONAL: VINTAGE RPPC

This vintage real photo occupational postcard features a portrait of more than two dozen construction workers. Many of the men are standing on wooden scaffolding in front of the building. There are no hardhats seen in this industrious group. Their job is not the safest way to earn a living. The image itself is relatively crisp and clear. This postcard is in very good condition (see scans).

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Published in: on January 22, 2023 at 12:00 pm  Leave a Comment  
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