Graphically striking and unused c. 1912 postcard of Miss Spokane, the symbol of Spokane, WA.  Artist Eleanor Gaddis drew the design for the Spokane Advertising Club, a group of Spokane businessmen who sponsored the first Miss Spokane contest as a means to promote the city.  In March 1912, they picked 17-year-old Marguerite Motie (1895-1982) as Miss Spokane, the city's first official hostess. The smiling Motie is seen here with grain falling from one hand and water spilling from a jug in her left hand, intended to depict the area's bounty.  The card reads:  "Typifying Determination, Vigor and the boundless Resources of the Inland Empire."  Motie served as Miss Spokane until 1939, when the Chamber of Commerce assumed sponsorship of the contest; the city symbol was retired in 1977, as the use of Indian mascots became controversial.  Published by the Spokane Post Card Co., and a desirable native Americana, artist signed or Spokane County collectible in excellent condition.