B.A. Owen Co., Divided Back Postcard, Romantic Scene, 1911

This divided back postcard, published by B.A. Owen Co., features a romantic scene of a couple sharing a kiss by a waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery. The verse at the bottom adds a poetic touch, enhancing the sentimental value of the image. The postcard is postmarked from Janesville, Wisconsin, dated November 20, 1911, and includes a green one-cent U.S. postage stamp featuring Benjamin Franklin.

The back of the card reads: "Dear Willie, I was real glad to get your postal. I suppose you will soon be cutting the turkey. How is it there? Do help yourself. Have you got it there yet? Sure had a fine time. Love from my [illegible]."

This postcard documents early 20th-century romantic customs and communication. It provides a glimpse into personal relationships and the use of postcards as a means of staying connected. Surviving examples offer valuable insights into the social norms and artistic styles of the era.