W6GPJ Press QSL Card, Pocatello Idaho, 1936 Postmark

This QSL card, printed by W6GPJ Press in Sandy, Utah, is a classic example of amateur radio communication from the 1930s. The front features a bold red 'W7ARS' call sign, with detailed handwritten notes about the radio transmission, including the date '9-27-36' and time '5:10 pm'. The card is addressed to Carl H. Strauss in Redfield, South Dakota, and includes technical details about the transmission conditions and equipment used.

The back of the card bears a postmark from Pocatello, Idaho, dated September 28, 1936, with a 1-cent green Franklin stamp. The message reads: "Amateur Radio W9FOG." The card shows signs of wear typical for its age, with some discoloration and edge wear, but remains a valuable piece of radio history.

This postcard documents the early days of amateur radio, a period when enthusiasts connected across long distances using Morse code and voice transmissions. Such cards were exchanged to confirm contact and share technical details. Surviving examples provide insight into the social networks and technological advancements of the era.