Easter Greeting, Divided Back Postcard, Huron, SD, 1912

This divided back postcard features a charming Easter scene with a rabbit carrying a sack of colorful eggs, set against a pastoral background. The card is adorned with pussy willow branches and the words 'Easter Greeting' in elegant script. The vibrant colors and detailed illustration capture the festive spirit of the holiday.

The reverse side of the postcard is postmarked April 2, 1912, from Huron, South Dakota, and is addressed to Miss Bertha Neugebauer in Wessington, South Dakota. The message reads: 'Dear friend, I hope to see you at the next aid. I am in Huron now came down last Wed. am going home tomorrow. Yours truly, Edith.' The card bears a green one-cent stamp featuring Benjamin Franklin.

This postcard documents early 20th-century Easter traditions and communication patterns. The personal message provides insight into social customs and travel during this era. Surviving examples like this offer valuable records of regional history and cultural practices.