Vintage Large Letter 1943 Greetings from Pennsylvania Shickshinny Postcard

This vintage postcard features a colorful "Greetings from Pennsylvania" design with iconic images embedded within the large block letters. Highlights include the State Capitol building in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania's state flower-the Mountain Laurel, and scenic railroad tracks surrounded by picturesque landscapes. The postcard is a classic example of mid-20th century large letter lithograph postcards, popular for their bold typography and vivid imagery. Postmarked September 20, 1943, from Shickshinny, Pennsylvania, this card carries a green 1-cent "Industry-Agriculture" postage stamp from the World War II era, emphasizing its historical significance. The card was published by R. Ramsay of Mebane, Wilkes-Barre, PA, a known regional postcard publisher. It measures the standard postcard size of approximately 5.5 x 3.5 inches, printed on paper stock typical of the era. The handwritten message adds a personal touch, reflecting the communication style of the 1940s.