Wilburton, OK: Latimer TheatreThis vintage linen postcard of Wilburton, Oklahoma was printed by the Tichnor Brothers of Boston, circa 19301945. It pictures Latimer Theatre, Wilburton, Oklahoma. It survives as a small, vivid window into Wilburton as travelers once saw it. It comes from the golden age of American "linen" postcards , named for the soft, textured rag paper that gave them their warmth and glow , and belongs to the celebrated Tichnor Brothers Collection. This edition

The image showcases architectural elements such as stairways and decorative boxes

serves as a historical document that showcases the craftsmanship and design principles of the early 19th century

a quiet stretch of homes lining one of the town's principal streets

and charming porticoes

vivid window into Keokuk as travelers once saw it

reflecting the early American architectural style that emphasizes symmetry and classical elements

a project aimed at documenting notable buildings throughout the region

It reflects the charm and character of a city that has stood the test of time

Taken during a time of great change in the United States

this photograph shows the Hustiford general store at midcentury

Constructed in 1817

near Las Vegas