S.B. Series 110, Divided Back Postcard, Floral Design, 1913 Postmark

This postcard features a vibrant floral design with the greeting 'May Golden Days be Yours.' The artwork is framed in an ornate oval, set against a textured background, typical of early 20th-century postcard aesthetics. The card is a Divided Back type, which was common from 1907 to 1915, allowing space for both a message and an address.

The reverse side of the postcard is postmarked September 23, 1913, from a location that is partially legible. It bears a green 1-cent U.S. postage stamp featuring George Washington, a common stamp of the era. The message reads: 'Dear friend, Why on earth is the doctor? A second of time drop a card to me. Well, I suppose it is with you just the same as any one else, busy all the time. How is Mary? I am at home going to college and working for my board. My address is Turin. Your friend, Frank Bloodgood.'

This postcard documents early 20th-century communication practices, offering insights into social customs and personal relationships of the time. The Divided Back era marks a significant period in postcard history, as it reflects the evolution of postal regulations and the growing popularity of postcards as a means of communication. Surviving examples like this provide valuable records of personal correspondence and cultural expressions.