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Discover a fascinating piece of travel history with this vintage advertisement from the Grand Trunk - Canadian National Railway, promoting scenic "Circle Tours" through Canada. Dating to the early 1930s, this ephemera showcases the allure of Canadian vacations, inviting travelers to "Drift through lazy vacation days" and explore cities like Toronto, Montreal, Quebec, and even extend to New York and Boston.
The detailed text highlights the luxurious yet affordable nature of rail travel, offering personally escorted tours and emphasizing the freedom to explore at one's own pace. It mentions specific destinations, including the Queen City of the Dominion (Toronto), historic Boston, and the picturesque byways of old Quebec, as well as a steamer trip through the 1000 Islands. This item is a wonderful collectible for railway enthusiasts, Canadian history buffs, or anyone interested in vintage advertising and early 20th-century tourism.
This is from a 1933 Chicago Tribune newspaper.
Please see pictures/scans for details on condition. Discoloration, worn/torn around edges, with normal wear consistent for 90 plus year old paper.
Measures approximately 7.25 by 6.75 inches
1933 Grand Trunk Canadian National Railway Canada Travel Print Ad Ephemera 1930s
$15.99
The detailed text highlights the luxurious yet affordable nature of rail travel, offering personally escorted tours and emphasizing the freedom to explore at one's own pace. It mentions specific destinations, including the Queen City of the Dominion (Toronto), historic Boston, and the picturesque byways of old Quebec, as well as a steamer trip through the 1000 Islands. This item is a wonderful collectible for railway enthusiasts, Canadian history buffs, or anyone interested in vintage advertising and early 20th-century tourism.
This is from a 1933 Chicago Tribune newspaper.
Please see pictures/scans for details on condition. Discoloration, worn/torn around edges, with normal wear consistent for 90 plus year old paper.
Measures approximately 7.25 by 6.75 inches