Glengarriff, Co. Cork, Divided Back Postcard, St. Patrick's Day, 1912

This divided back postcard, printed in Germany, features a vibrant illustration celebrating St. Patrick's Day with the text 'Erin our dear Native Land' and '17th March.' The scene includes a harp and shamrocks framing a picturesque view of Glengarriff, County Cork. The postcard is a colorful representation of Irish pride and cultural heritage, typical of early 20th-century holiday greetings.

The back of the card is postmarked Janesville, Wisconsin, March 30, 1912, and addressed to Miss Bertha Neugebauer in Wessington, South Dakota. It bears a one-cent U.S. postage stamp featuring Benjamin Franklin. The message reads: 'Dear B. this is a dandy day here. I have to go to W. this morning. Hope you are all well. Regards to all. B.F.L.' The card shows some wear, with a crease in the upper left corner and minor staining.

This postcard documents early 20th-century transatlantic connections and the celebration of Irish identity abroad. It captures the social customs of exchanging holiday greetings and provides insights into communication patterns of the era. Surviving examples offer valuable records of cultural expression and personal correspondence.