July 7th, 1913 - NALC Spokane WA Delegate Badge Longest Concrete Span Bridge For Sale

This medal commemorates the 14th Biennial Convention of the National Association of Letter Carriers, held in Spokane in 1913 — the same year the city proudly unveiled the Monroe Street Bridge, then the world’s longest single-span concrete arch.

The bridge opened in 1911, symbolizing Spokane’s modernity and civic pride. Its inclusion on this medal was a statement of progress for visiting delegates.
Whitehead & Hoag produced high-quality bronze convention badges like this for major U.S. organizations in the early 20th century.

• Category: Early labor union memorabilia, postal history, Spokane historical medals

• Condition: Very good; minor toning, complete ribbon, excellent detail retention

• Rarity: High — delegate badges are scarcer than generic attendee versions

• Manufacturer: Whitehead & Hoag, noted for craftsmanship and collectible status

Original 1913 NALC 14th Biennial Convention delegate medal from Spokane, Washington, featuring the Monroe Street Bridge — then the Longest Concrete Span in the World.

Details:

• Event: 14th Biennial Convention, July 7–12, 1913

• Organization: National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC)

• Maker: Whitehead & Hoag Co., Newark, N.J.

• Bronze finish with original purple “DELEGATE” ribbon

• Depicts Spokane’s new concrete bridge

A scarce early 1900s labor union and Spokane landmark collectible.