Harper's Weekly 1883 Savannah Georgia Nov 17 Puget Sound Boston YMCA

Title: Harper's Weekly 1883 Savannah Georgia Nov 17 Puget Sound Boston YMCA
​📚 ABOUT THIS PIECE OF HISTORY 📚
​A Southern Jewel: This November 17, 1883, edition of Harper’s Weekly features a magnificent visual tribute to Savannah, Georgia. It captures the post-Reconstruction era of the city as it solidified its place as a premier Southern port and center of commerce.
​Frontier and City Life: The issue spans the entire American continent, from the rugged, misty inlets of Puget Sound to the established urban architecture of Boston.
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​🍑 FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS 🍑
​🚢 "The City and Harbor of Savannah, Georgia" (Full-Page): A "very nice" and highly detailed bird's-eye overview of the city. This print is a premier artifact for Georgia historians, documenting the historic waterfront, city plan, and maritime activity of the 1880s.
​🌲 "Sketches in Puget Sound" (Full-Page): A "nice" full-page feature containing 3 distinct scenes. This provides a rare, early look at the Pacific Northwest wilderness and maritime life in Washington Territory, long before statehood.
​🏢 "The New Building of the Boston Young Men's Christian Association" (2/3 Page): A significant architectural print of the Boston YMCA. This documents a major landmark in the city’s social and structural history during the Gilded Age.
​⚖️ "The Labor of Sentenced Prisoners" (Half-Page): A poignant and socially relevant illustration documenting the controversial practice of convict labor in the 19th century.
​👑 "The Emperor of Germany and His Royal Guests" (Full-Page): A grand full-page feature reflecting the era's fascination with European royalty and the geopolitical alliances of the German Empire under Kaiser Wilhelm I.
​📜 "The Modern David" (Front-Page): A striking full-page cover titled "A Good Work Well Begun," using biblical allegory to address contemporary political reforms.
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​🔍 CONDITION & TRANSPARENCY 🔍
​Complete Issue: This is the full, original 16-page issue from November 17, 1883.
​Originality: Guaranteed original woodblock printing from 1883—this is an authentic piece of history, not a modern reproduction.
​Full Context: Includes all the news, editorials, and fascinating period advertisements of the day, offering a complete snapshot of life in late 1883.
​Support: I am a dedicated partner in your journey as a collector. Please reach out with any questions regarding the Savannah or Puget Sound illustrations!
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​🥂 WHY IT IS A MUST-HAVE 🥂
​Georgia & Savannah Collectors: 19th-century bird's-eye views of Savannah are quintessential pieces for Southern history collections and office decor.
​Pacific Northwest Buffs: Early imagery of Puget Sound is highly collectible, representing the "final frontier" of the lower 48 states.
​Boston Historians: The YMCA building print is a beautiful record of the city's Victorian-era expansion and social mission.
​Custom Framing: I offer professional framing for any item in my shop. The Savannah harbor overview or the Puget Sound sketches would make a stunning, museum-quality display!
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​📦 SHIPPING & PRESERVATION 📦
​Safe Storage: Housed in an acid-free cellophane sleeve to protect the newsprint from age and handling.
​Flat Shipping: Shipped with heavy-duty reinforcement to prevent any bending or damage during transit.
​Tracked: All orders include tracking for your peace of mind.
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​🏷️ TAGS (SEO) 🏷️
​1883 Harpers Weekly, Savannah Georgia History, Savannah Harbor Bird's Eye View, Puget Sound Washington History, Boston YMCA 1883, Convict Labor History, German Emperor 1883, Antique Georgia Print, Gilded Age Architecture, November 17 1883.
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