Christmas and New Year Postcard, Divided Back, 1910 Postmark

This divided back postcard features a festive Christmas and New Year greeting, adorned with holly and a clock striking midnight. The vibrant illustration captures the spirit of the holiday season with its intricate design and use of traditional holiday symbols. The front reads, 'A Merry Xmas and A Happy New Year,' surrounded by a decorative border of blue flowers and holly leaves.

The postcard is postmarked from Payette, Idaho, on December 15, 1910, and features a green one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp. The back of the card reads: 'Hello Bertha, I just received your card and was glad to hear from you. We are all well and hope you are the same. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Nettie.' The card is addressed to Miss Bertha Mueggenberg in Kensington, South Dakota. The postcard is in good condition, with some wear typical of its age.

This postcard documents early 20th-century holiday communication, illustrating the customs and sentiments shared during the festive season. The 1910 postmark provides a glimpse into the past, offering insights into the social connections and traditions of the time. Surviving examples like this serve as valuable records of cultural history and personal correspondence.