C&NW 1948 Playing Card Back Plaque

This special edition 6 X 10 inch 3 ounce metal sign is made exclusively for the C&NWHS. This has been copied from the back of set of C&NW issued playing cards and shows the 400 passing through the Wisconsin countryside. The original painting was the work of Paul Proehl, and features Frank Hauser (an early pioneer from Hinsdale IL who was a professional blacksmith) ) along with David Chambers (also of Hinsdale – and Proehl’s grandson) as one of the children.You can frame it or hang it using the 4 small holes on the plaque.