U.S. STEAMSHIP "VADERLAND" 2 EARLY TRADE CARDS FROM FISHKILL-ON-HUDSON, NEW YORK

Description

Here are two (2) early 20th century trade cards from the steamship agent Wladyslaw J. Pralatowski.   His agency was founded in 1889, and his office was located in the village of Fishkill-on-Hudson in Dutchess County, New York.
These cards measure approximately 6 and 1/4 inches x 3 and 1/2 inches.
Pictured on the front is the New Twin-Screw Steamship "Vaderland".   This steamship was part of the United States Red Star shipping line.   It was first intended to carry petroleum to Europe, and was later used to carry passengers.   Printed below the picture are the ship's tonnage, length, breadth, and depth.
On the back of the cards is advertising for W.J. Pralatowski, printed in the Polish language, including his business address and services.   Pralatowski must have had a large Polish clientele.   Above his name are the words "POLSKA AGENCYA ZALOZONA W ROKU 1889", which means "POLISH AGENCY FOUNDED IN 1889".
W.J. Pralatowski provided many public services.   He was a general steamship agent "for every class, on every line, to every part of the world".   He was also a notary public, court interpreter, international banking correspondent, and real estate & insurance agent.
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These 2 collectible trade cards are in overall very good condition.
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