Lewis Printing Co. Divided Back New Year Postcard, 1911

This divided back postcard, published by Lewis Printing Company of Albert Lea, Minnesota, features a charming New Year scene. The front depicts a picturesque winter landscape framed by a horseshoe adorned with holly and two birds, symbolizing good luck and festive cheer. The vibrant colors and embossed details are characteristic of early 20th-century holiday postcards.

The postcard is postmarked June 13, 1911, from Indiana, and bears a one-cent green U.S. postage stamp featuring Benjamin Franklin. The back of the card reads: "Hello Bill, How are you? The wheat is good. Will see you in about 3 weeks. Ans soon. Irwin." This brief message captures a glimpse of personal communication and agricultural life during that era.

This postcard documents early 20th-century holiday traditions and communication practices. The use of festive imagery and personal messages highlights social customs of the time. Surviving examples provide valuable insights into regional history and the evolution of holiday greetings.