Scheuber Drug Co. Divided Back Postcard, Riverside Geyser, Yellowstone, 1908

This divided back postcard, published by Scheuber Drug Co. and printed in Germany, features a vibrant depiction of the Riverside Geyser in Yellowstone National Park. The scene captures the geyser in full eruption, with a plume of steam rising against a backdrop of lush forest. The postcard's colors are well-preserved, providing a vivid glimpse into early 20th-century Yellowstone.

The back of the card is postmarked from Hot Springs, Montana, in 1908, and bears a green one-cent stamp. The message reads: "Hello Bertha: I am getting along fine! Have you been to the library?" The card is addressed to Miss Bertha Mengsbauer in Washington, S.D. The card is in good condition, with minor edge wear and some smudging on the back.

This postcard documents early tourism and communication in the American West. Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872, was one of the first national parks in the world, and postcards like this one played a role in promoting its natural wonders. Surviving examples provide valuable records of early 20th-century travel and social customs.