A Joyous Easter, Divided Back Postcard, Rural Scene, 1914 Postmark

This divided back postcard features a vibrant Easter scene with a pastoral landscape enclosed within an egg shape, surrounded by colorful flowers and a cross. The illustration captures a serene rural setting with a church and bridge, evoking a sense of peace and renewal typical of Easter celebrations. The card is postmarked from 1914, adding historical context to its charm.

The back of the card includes a message addressed to Miss Bertha Newyabour in Wessington, South Dakota. The sender writes: "Dear Friend, Your card received was glad to hear that you are well and hope the same of your family. We are all well but pa had a bad cold. Yours truly, S." The postcard bears a one-cent green U.S. postage stamp featuring Benjamin Franklin, common for the era.

This postcard documents early 20th-century Easter traditions and communication practices. It provides insight into the social customs of the time, where postcards were a primary means of staying in touch. Surviving examples like this offer valuable records of personal connections and cultural expressions during this period.