Printed in Germany, Divided Back Postcard, Love Scene, 1910 Postmark

This is a divided back postcard, printed in Germany, featuring a romantic illustration titled 'Love beneath the Roses.' The scene depicts a couple embracing in a garden setting, surrounded by lush roses. The ornate gold border adds a touch of elegance, typical of early 20th-century postcards. The back of the card is postmarked February 10, 1910, from Paris, Illinois, and includes a one-cent U.S. postage stamp featuring Benjamin Franklin.

The back of the card reads: 'Dear Sister and all, I received your card the other day and was glad to hear from you. I didn't get my kid to the wedding, and we want to see that it wasn't cold that night. There was a fire and already the snow is further off. Best Regards to all.' Addressed to Mrs. Bertha Hengstbamer in Wessington, S. Dak.

This postcard documents early 20th-century communication and social customs, particularly the sentimental expressions of affection. The postmark and message provide insights into personal connections and the postal system of the era. Surviving examples offer valuable records of cultural and historical contexts.