1883 Grand Rapids Log Jam Harper's Weekly August 18 Long Island Sandy Hook

Title: 1883 Grand Rapids Log Jam Harper's Weekly August 18 Long Island Sandy Hook
​📜 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📜
​Industrial and Coastal Americana: This August 18, 1883, edition of Harper’s Weekly highlights the massive scale of the American timber industry and the serene beauty of the New York and New Jersey shorelines.
​Natural Resources: The issue provides a fascinating visual record of the labor-intensive industries of the 19th century, from Michigan logging to the coastal fisheries of the Atlantic.
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​🌲 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🌲
​🪵 "Jam of Logs at Grand Rapids, Michigan" (Front-Page): A "full" front-page feature showing 4 dramatic scenes of the historic log jam. This is a premier artifact for Michigan historians and collectors of early American lumber industry memorabilia.
​🐚 "Oyster & Clam Fisheries" (Full-Page): A "good" full-page print featuring 4 detailed scenes of the harvesting process. This documents a vital 19th-century maritime industry and is perfect for coastal and culinary history buffs.
​🏖️ "Sands Point, Long Island" & "Sandy Hook" (Full-Page): A "very nice" full-page feature depicting 4 scenes of these iconic coastal landmarks. It provides a rare look at "Sands Point" and "South From Sandy Hook" during the Gilded Age.
​🏭 "The Mill and The Still" (Full-Page): A full-page print exploring the industrial and social contrast of the era, offering a great candidate for framing.
​📰 News & Advertisements: Includes the full 16-page original layout with Gilded Age news and period-accurate advertisements, providing a complete snapshot of August 1883.
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​🔍 CONDITION & TRANSPARENCY 🔍
​Complete Issue: This is the full, original 16-page issue from August 18, 1883.
​Originality: This is a guaranteed original woodblock printing—an authentic primary source, not a modern copy.
​Full Documentation: Every page is present, ensuring you have the complete historical context and all featured prints.
​Support: I am a dedicated partner in your journey as a collector. Please look closely at the photos and reach out with any questions!
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​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂
​Michigan & Midwest Historians: The Grand Rapids log jam illustrations are among the most famous depictions of the state's early industrial muscle.
​New York & New Jersey Collectors: The Sands Point and Sandy Hook prints capture the prestigious atmosphere of these historic coastal retreats.
​Maritime & Industrial Enthusiasts: The combination of fisheries and lumberjack history makes this a uniquely "blue-collar" Gilded Age issue.
​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Michigan logging scenes or the Sandy Hook coastal views would make a stunning historical display!
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​📦 SHIPPING & PRESERVATION 📦
​Protection: Your issue is housed in an acid-free cellophane sleeve to prevent yellowing or deterioration.
​Shipping: It is shipped flat with heavy-duty reinforcement to prevent bending or damage during transit.
​Tracking: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.
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​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️
​1883 Harpers Weekly, Grand Rapids Michigan History, Log Jam 1883, Sands Point Long Island, Sandy Hook New Jersey, Oyster Fisheries Art, 19th Century Lumber Industry, Antique Michigan Print, Gilded Age Coastal Life, August 18 1883.
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