Forget-Me-Not, Divided Back Postcard, South Dakota, 1910

This divided back postcard, postmarked in 1910 from Saint Lawrence, South Dakota, features a charming illustration of blue forget-me-not flowers arranged to spell out the phrase 'FORGET-ME-NOT.' The vibrant colors and intricate floral design are characteristic of early 20th-century postcards, capturing the sentimental and decorative style of the era.

The reverse side includes a handwritten message addressed to Miss B. Muegelbauer in Wessington, South Dakota. The message reads: 'Dear Friend, rec'd postal a wk ago & will send back dogs in return to your cats. Ha Ha. Have been not home to finish pictures and those of your house were fine. Heard you were in Wess. Come over some time I'm going to Blanch Jones.' The postcard is affixed with a one-cent green U.S. postage stamp featuring Benjamin Franklin.

This postcard documents early 20th-century communication and social customs in rural America. The use of floral imagery and personal messages reflects the era's emphasis on sentimentality and connection. Surviving examples provide valuable insights into regional history and personal correspondence of the time.