A Glimpse of Lake Pepin, Divided Back Postcard, Lake City, MN, 1908

This divided back postcard features a scenic view titled 'A Glimpse of Lake Pepin,' capturing the serene landscape of Lake City, Minnesota. The image showcases lush greenery in the foreground with a view of the expansive lake in the background, framed by a clear sky. The postcard is numbered 4277, but the publisher is not specified.

The reverse side of the postcard is postmarked from Lake City, Minnesota, dated March 11, 1908. It bears a one-cent green Benjamin Franklin stamp, a common issue of the era. The message reads: 'Dear friend Mabel, be prepared to tell an Irish story someday as the contest is coming. Get over your fear. Yours, [illegible].' The card is addressed to Miss Mabel Merrill in Lake City, Minnesota. The postcard is in good condition with minor corner wear, typical for its age.

This postcard documents early 20th-century communication and leisure travel in the Midwest. Lake Pepin was a popular destination, reflecting social customs of the time. Surviving examples provide valuable insights into regional history and personal correspondence patterns.