Rough on Rats, Divided Back Postcard, 1911 Postmark

This divided back postcard, postmarked December 28, 1911, from Capa, South Dakota, features a humorous illustration titled 'Rough on Rats.' The scene depicts a man attempting to remove a rat from a woman's hair, set in a domestic interior with period furnishings. The postcard captures the lighthearted and whimsical style popular in early 20th-century postcards.

The back of the card includes a handwritten message: '12-27-11, Capa. Helow Bill, How are you. I am fine. Yes; I got them & they are fine. Yes come over. Your Old F. R. J. H.' The postcard is addressed to Mr. M. Deutsch in Meddington, South Dakota, and features a one-cent green U.S. postage stamp.

This postcard documents early 20th-century humor and communication styles. The illustration reflects social customs of the era, offering insight into domestic life and popular culture. Surviving examples provide valuable records of regional history and personal correspondence.