Raphael Tuck & Sons Thanksgiving Greetings Postcard, 1911

This postcard, published by Raphael Tuck & Sons, is a classic example of an early 20th-century holiday greeting card. It features a picturesque rural scene with a mill by a stream, framed by vibrant autumn foliage. The foreground displays an American flag and a bouquet, symbolizing Thanksgiving and national pride. The card is embossed, adding a tactile dimension to its visual appeal.

The reverse side of the postcard is divided, typical of the era from 1907 to 1915. It bears a postmark from Horicon, Wisconsin, dated November 27, 1911, and is addressed to Miss Bertha Kuegebauer in Wessington, South Dakota. The message reads: "Dear Friend, Well, well Bertha are you enjoying the Thanksgiving yet I hope so let us hear from you once. We are on our way again. Uncle is sick again. I have been sick and so has Erv. I hope you haven't forgotten us. We are having nice weather. Best we have had. No snow. Remain as ever."

This postcard documents early 20th-century communication and the cultural significance of Thanksgiving in America. The imagery and message provide insight into social customs and personal connections of the time. Surviving examples like this offer valuable records of regional history and holiday traditions.