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Wirephoto from the Historic Archives of the

The morning call

Robert Preston Actor

Item No: AGZ-814-MC
Scan Size: 7.5" x 8.7"

 
This WIREPHOTO is straight from The Morning Call's historical photo archive. Wirephotos are different than traditional photographic prints!  This print is the result of what used to be breakthrough technology (now completely obsolete) that allowed a photographic image to be scanned, transmitted over "the wire" (telegraph, phone, satellite networks) and then printed at the receiving location.  They are often on thinner, slick paper (very similar to old thermal roll fax paper) and often fade or become sepia toned quicker than traditional silver halide prints.  Long removed from commercial use, these artifacts represent an important era in the history of news media. Click here to read our eBay guide on Wire Photos.

 
 
NEWS WIRE PHOTOGRAPH DETAILS
Item No (SKU): AGZ-814-MC
Subject(s): Robert Preston Actor
Subtitle: Morning Call Archive WirePhoto
Scan Size (in): 7.5" x 8.7" (approximate, to nearest inch)
Photographer:
View Similar Auctions: Preston, Robert, P, Actors, Movies,
Data Capture: AGZ-814-MC 110;Movies|111;Actors|270;P|16317;Preston, Robert 1;People|17;P Preston, Robert|P|Actors|Movies
See front and back scans for additional information about this photograph
Certificate of Authenticity

IMPORTANT:

  • "The Morning Call" watermark is displayed to deter image theft and will NOT show on the actual photograph.
  • Handwritten names on the back of the photographs are for identification purposes only - they are NOT autographs.
  • This listing is for a single vintage photograph to be purchased as a collector’s item. No rights for reproduction or commercial use in any form whatsoever are given or implied. Click here for more information on Copyrights and Publicity Rights
  • Please review scans carefully, every photograph is sold as is, and bidding on or buying this item constitutes acceptance of all policies, terms and conditions as stated in this listing.
 About This Wire Photograph

Own a piece of history with this archive wire photograph from the working archives of The Morning Call Newspaper in Allentown, PA, a Tribune Company Publication. This rare collectible photograph comes with a serialized Certificate of Authenticity signed by the Archive Administrator of The Morning Call and each order is shipped in a beautiful presentation folder by Masterpiece Marketing Group, the exclusive dealer of the Tribune Photo Archives. Each photo in the archive is unique and once it’s sold it’s gone from our inventory forever!

Don't miss your chance to own this rare piece of history!

This is a working archive and these are the actual photographs that have been used and published throughout the decades by the prestigious Morning Call Newspaper. Photos may contain written comments, attached paper clippings, crop marks, tonal enhancements, masking or other alterations that were necessary for publishing so please review scans carefully before purchasing. These photographs have been accumulated from a variety of sources over the decades including staff photographers, news bureaus, wire services, publishers, PR firms and many other sources. Now, for the first time in Tribune history, you have the opportunity to own one of these historic certified archive photographs.

Is this photo an Original?

Most collectors do not view wire photos as originals since they were not printed from a negative (click here to learn more about Wire Photos). Unfortunately, the definition of an "original photo" varies greatly from person to person (click here to read our eBay guide on this topic). Every photo we sell is a Certified Archive Photograph, which means it is the actual photograph that has been stored in the archive from which it came. It is NOT being printed on demand - once this item is purchased, it is gone from our inventory. Please review the scans carefully as this is the best representation of the actual condition and appearance of the photo.

 Shipping Information

Items typically ship within 24 hours of payment clearing.

Domestic Rates

  • USPS First Class with Delivery Confirmation (where available) - $3.50 per order
  • USPS Priority - $8.00 per order

International Rates

  • Canada - USPS International First Class - $6.00 per order
  • All other countries - USPS International First Class - $11.00 per order
  • USPS International Priority - $25.00 per order
International delivery times vary greatly depending on destination and are subject to delays due to Customs clearance. For the fastest service, we recommend International Priority.

Buyer is responsible for paying any customs fees and/or import duties. Postal regulations require that we state the invoice value of your items on the customs declaration. We operate all aspects of our business with integrity; therefore, we will not mark any package as a gift, documents of no value, etc. Thank you for your understanding!

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 Return Policy

We are absolutely committed to customer satisfaction and providing 5-Star service! If you experience a problem with your order please contact us.

To aid you in your purchasing decision, we provide quality scans of the the front and back of the photograph being offered for your review prior to bidding. If you have questions about a photo please ask before buying!

Additionally, you may return any photo within 14 days of purchase for a refund of the photo price. The buyer is responsible for return shipping and we reserve the right to charge a 15% restocking fee.

Photos that have been cleaned, altered or have had their barcode labels removed cannot be returned.


 FAQ's

Q. What is a Wirephoto?
Wirephotos are the result of what used to be breakthrough technology (now completely obsolete) that allowed a photographic image to be scanned, transmitted over "the wire" (telegraph, phone, satellite networks) and then printed at the receiving location. Click here to read learn more about Wirephotos in our eBay Guide.

Q. Can I combine photos to save on shipping?
Absolutely! eBay will automatically combine your UNPAID items when you checkout so wait to pay until all the auctions and Buy-It-Now items you want to combine have been won/selected. Items paid for individually will be shipped individually. We’re sorry but eBay does not allow for combining photos from different eBay Id’s to save on shipping.

Q. Can marks and retouching on photos be removed?
Grease pencil marks can be removed with a soft cloth. Masking paint and ink can usually be removed with denatured alcohol, alcohol wipe, Goo Gone or other cleaning agent. Photo finishes and papers vary, you should use caution and test a small area first to avoid damaging your photo. We do not provide refunds for photos that have been cleaned or altered.

Q. I have a question on a photo, can I contact you?
Yes! You can reach us by phone or through My Messages, Monday - Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00pm (CST). We are closed on weekends and holidays so can only respond to questions during working hours.

Q. How soon will my order ship?
Most orders ship withing 24 hours of payment clearing.

Q. How is my order packed?
We go to the extreme to protect your photos during shipping. Photos are inserted into our custom tri-fold presentation folder for protection, the folder is combined with cardboard for strength, these are sealed in a poly bag to protect against moisture, these are then inserted into a shipping envelope marked “Do Not Bend”.

Q. Can I track my package?
A USPS Delivery Confirmation number is provided on every shipment where available.


 About Masterpiece Marketing Group

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Masterpiece Marketing Group is the largest dealer of Certified Archive Photos on the internet! We are trusted by major news organizations and private collectors to digitize, digitally archive, and market their rare photo archives. We sell thousands of photographs every week to hundreds of wonderful repeat customers and between our 3 stores we have over 120,000 great transaction feedbacks!

 

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