A.C. Bosselman & Co. Divided Back Postcard, Lake Harriet, Minneapolis, 1910

This divided back postcard, published by A.C. Bosselman & Co., captures a serene scene of Lake Harriet in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The image shows a peaceful lakeside road with a vintage automobile and people enjoying the tranquil waters. The lush greenery and calm lake provide a glimpse into early 20th-century leisure activities.

The back of the card features a postmark from Hammond, dated October 18, 1910, and a one-cent green Benjamin Franklin stamp. The message reads: "Dear Maybel, Edith has just been writing to Roy, so I will write you a postal. We are having a good time here at Lese. Edith says she can't stay any longer than a week from next Thursday afternoon, so we will make short visits to most of the places we talk of going up to Hammond this afternoon. We are going to Alburns next Wednesday. Haven't heard a word from home yet. Mother."

This postcard documents early 20th-century social customs and communication patterns. The scene at Lake Harriet reflects the leisurely pursuits of the era, while the personal message provides insight into travel and family connections of the time. Surviving examples offer valuable records of regional history and everyday life.