A.C.T. Embossed Christmas Postcard, Volumes of Good Wishes, 1910

This divided back postcard, printed in Germany by A.C.T., features a festive Christmas scene with holly and red books on a pink background. The front reads 'Volumes of Good Wishes,' capturing the spirit of holiday cheer. The card's embossed texture adds a tactile dimension, enhancing its visual appeal.

The postcard is postmarked December 15, 1910, from Lawrence, South Dakota, and bears a green one-cent U.S. postage stamp featuring Benjamin Franklin. The back of the card reads: 'Dear Bertha: I forgot the rush. But you & I will come over some Sunday before mamma goes & bring it. I am fine this morn. Enjoyed it ever so much. Annie's birthday is the same day as Mrs. Hudson's. She will be twenty. From your 'Old Maid friend.''

This postcard documents early 20th-century holiday communication and social customs. The embossed design and message reflect the era's aesthetic and personal connection through mail. Surviving examples provide insight into historical communication patterns and festive traditions.