Simplicity Co. Divided Back Postcard, German Lutheran Hospital, Sioux City, 1910

This postcard, published by The Simplicity Co., features a divided back, indicative of its production era between 1907 and 1915. The front displays a vibrant image of the German Lutheran Hospital in Sioux City, Iowa. The scene captures a group of nurses and staff posed in front of the hospital, showcasing the architectural style of the early 20th century with its detailed woodwork and lush surrounding gardens.

The back of the postcard is postmarked in Wakonda, South Dakota, on June 28, 1910, and features a green one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp. The message reads: "Dear Bertha, I came home last night on the eleven o'clock train. I did not get your letter yet, so am sending this card. Hope you are all well. The wind has been blowing very strong. Mary." The card is addressed to Bertha Neugebauer in Wessington, Beadle Co., South Dakota. The postcard is in good condition with minor wear typical of its age.

This postcard documents the early 20th-century healthcare environment and the role of German Lutheran institutions in the Midwest. It provides insight into the architectural and social history of Sioux City during this period. Surviving examples like this offer valuable records of regional history and communication patterns of the era.