Description
This sepia-toned postcard depicts a sprawling light-colored factory, complete with a water tower, in Springvale, Maine – the former New Sears Roebuck Shoe Factory. A charming cafe sits in the foreground, adding a touch of local life to the industrial scene. This undated postcard offers a glimpse into the early history of the building, noting it was built as an extension to another mill in 1414.
Front Text (cleaned):
New Sears Roebuck Shoe Factory,
Springvale, ME.
Godwell Bus
Giles
Cafe
Back Text (cleaned):
This building was built in 1414 as an extension to the Frank P. Mittelto other mill just in tack which is nearly made here only.
Sincerely
