Detroit Publishing Co. Divided Back Postcard, Old Faithful Inn, Yellowstone, 1912

This divided back postcard, published by Detroit Publishing Co., features the dining room of the Old Faithful Inn in Yellowstone Park. The image captures the rustic charm of the inn with its log cabin architecture, stone fireplace, and wooden beams. The tables are set with white linens, ready to welcome guests in this iconic national park setting.

The back of the postcard is postmarked August 23, 1912, from Yellowstone Park, Wyoming. It bears a green one-cent U.S. postage stamp featuring Benjamin Franklin. The message reads: "Having a wonderful time here. The scenery is breathtaking. Wish you were here."

This postcard documents early 20th-century tourism in Yellowstone National Park, highlighting the significance of the Old Faithful Inn as a historic landmark. Surviving examples provide valuable insights into the social customs and travel patterns of the era, offering a glimpse into the past for historians and collectors alike.