Vintage Linen Postcard Hotel Pershing Utica NY 1930s WPA Era

This original linen postcard features the historic Hotel Pershing located in Utica, New York. Showcasing a classic 1930s WPA era illustration style, the card captures the impressive red-brick facade, detailed windows, and iconic neon hotel sign beneath a bright blue sky with fluffy clouds. The American flag atop the building adds to the patriotic charm. Printed on a standard 5.5 x 3.5 inch linen textured paper, this postcard was produced by Wm. Jubb Co., Syracuse, NY, a notable publisher of mid-century postcards. Hotel Pershing was a prominent landmark in Utica, known for its "Friendly Service" and affordable rates, as noted on the card's reverse. This collectible postcard exemplifies the linen postcard boom of 1930-1945, prized by collectors for its vibrant colors and detailed lithographic printing. Ideal for enthusiasts of vintage American hotels, New York State history, or linen postcards, this unused item offers a nostalgic glimpse into early 20th-century travel and hospitality.