L.C. 1911 Linen Postcard, Best Wishes Floral Design, 1913 Postmark

This postcard, published by L.C. in 1911, features a vibrant linen texture with a colorful floral design and the words 'Best Wishes' prominently displayed. The front showcases a bouquet of roses and other flowers, rendered in vivid hues that highlight the linen texture typical of the era.

The back of the postcard is divided, indicating it is from the divided back era (1907-1915). It bears a postmark from March 28, 1913, originating from Akron, CO. The stamp is a green one-cent George Washington issue, common for postcards of this period. The card is addressed to Miss Bertha Minger in Wessington, South Dakota. Back of card reads: 'Dear Bertha and all, I got your letter and was glad to hear from you all. We are all well and hope this finds you the same. We had a hard snow but it is all gone now and I think you got yours too. Thank you for your kind thoughts of the lace for Lizzie. Maybe could get them for money by mail. Winter of you next summer by by from AJ.'

This postcard documents early 20th-century communication and social customs, providing a glimpse into personal correspondence and the use of floral imagery for conveying sentiments. Surviving examples like this offer valuable insights into regional history and the evolution of postcard design and usage.