RPPC REAL PHOTO PC, IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH/SCHOOL/Rectory, CHEROKEE IOWA, POSTED
From the website: https://cherokeecountycatholics.org/immaculate-conception-parish-cherokee
"In 1887, an entire block of undeveloped property was purchased for $2,400. Five years later, a rectory was built on the northeast section of the block. The construction on the present church started in 1907, west of the rectory. The church is 177 feet long and 52 feet wide. It is a brick building with leaded-glass windows. The total cost of the church was estimated around $35,000.
The parish soon thereafter discovered a need for a Catholic school. Servants of Mary in Beleville, Ill., were looking for a new location for the Novitiate. A school building originally consisting of eight (8) grades was built, costing $35,000. East and west wings were added to the school building later for an additional $40,000. The parish school opened in 1909 with an enrollment of 130.
In 1910, the high school was added. In 1916, construction of a separate school building was started, which opened soon after in 1917. When the students moved to the new building, the Servants of Mary Convent became Mount St. Mary's Academy. For financial reasons, in 1943, the building was sold to a private party who developed it into an apartment building."
CONDITION: The real photo postcard shows indications of wear and tear, including corner and edge wear, fading, foxing, and staining. Moreover, the postcard photo appears to be unevenly processed. On the right lower corner, you will find printed "Catholic Church & School & Parsonage Cherokee, IA,". Additionally, at the bottom left corner, you will find the photographer's name Steinhaus.
On the back, there is an upside-down Washington 1-cent stamp, and cancellation marks read, "Cherokee, Iowa Jun 15 7-pm". The postcard is addressed to "Mr Harry Gregg Belmont, Ohio," and on the message side, it was written by his brother.
Please review all photos carefully to determine the exact condition of the postcard. The standard size of the postcard is approximately 3.5" x 5.5".
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Stock: SprSt3-2024:A