St Paul History Appraisal

St. Paul Sunday Pioneer Press Centennial Edition, 1936

This is a vintage special edition publication titled "Centennial Edition" from the St. Paul Sunday Pioneer Press, dated Sunday, April 26, 1936. The cover features a hand-drawn color illustration depicting various aspects of industry and agriculture, likely showcasing the area's economic landscape. The top third of the image shows large industrial buildings resembling grain elevators and a factory, with trains and cars indicating transportation and commerce. The middle section features a rural scene with a red barn, silos, cattle grazing, and farm machinery working in fields. A circular inset portrays another view of industrial activity, possibly manufacturing. The bottom portion shows three smaller vignettes: one depicting a worker operating machinery, another with a worker packaging goods, and the third illustrating boat building. The overall color palette is muted with earthy tones, reflecting the age and printing method used. The edges of the publication are slightly uneven and show signs of wear, including some creasing, minor tears, and discoloration consistent with age and handling. The corners appear somewhat rounded and soft. There are no visible strong folds or creases running through the center, suggesting it might have been stored flat for some time. There are no obvious repairs or significant damage such as large rips or writing on the cover. The paper appears to be a newsprint type, which is inherently prone to aging and brittleness.