Foster Wisconsin Inaugural Auction Land Sale With Period Clothing And Carriages 1913 Real Photo Postcard

This postcard captures The Sale of the First Lot in Foster on what is likely June 13, 1913, given the improbable 31-6-13 dating. Such first lot sales were foundational events in the development of new towns and settlements across North America during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The large crowd gathered in an open field signifies a pivotal moment in the establishment of a community, as individuals vied for property that would form the basis of future homes and businesses.