Title: Vintage Anoka, Minnesota Historical Ephemera Lot (4 Pieces) – Circa 1950s

Description:

Unique, locally curated collection of mid-century historical ephemera from Anoka, Minnesota. This lot provides a fascinating look into the civic, institutional, and social history of the area during the 1940s–1950s. Perfect for local historians, postcard collectors, or Minnesota history enthusiasts.

What’s Included in the Lot:

• The Golden Book of Favorite Songs (21st Edition, c. 1946): Features two distinct, authentic ink stamps from the historic Anoka State Hospital (on the title page and back cover). The book shows vintage wear, minor spine fraying, and aged pages, but remains fully intact with classic folk sheet music inside.

• Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) - "Street Scene - Anoka - Minn": A crisp, unposted 1950s black-and-white postcard published by A. Pearson Co. (Minneapolis) on Kodak Paper. Captures Main Street looking north with vintage mid-century automobiles, Witte Drug/Rexall, and a Red & White store.

• Black-and-White Multi-View Souvenir Postcard - "To Whom It May Concern": An unposted 1950s black-and-white multi-view postcard on Kodak Paper produced for The Witte Drug store. Features the famous "Halloween Capital of the World" central witch seal, local schools, bridges, and a summary of town history.

• Vintage Newspaper Clipping (c. 1950s): A unique double-sided local newspaper clipping. The front features a reproduction of an 1879 bird's-eye view map of Anoka. The reverse side features the "Linwood" community social column, listing names of local families and residents from the era.

Condition: All items are in good vintage condition. Postcards are crisp, unposted, and free of handwriting. The songbook and newspaper clipping show expected age-related toning and minor edge wear. Please see photos for exact condition details. Ships carefully packaged to prevent bending.

Orders ship next day Monday to Saturday.