Smile Often Poem Postcard, Divided Back, Janesville WI, 1912

This divided back postcard features a charming poem titled 'Smile Often' by Horace G. Williamson. The front of the card is adorned with a decorative floral motif, emphasizing the cheerful message. The postcard's design and typography reflect the early 20th-century style, with vibrant red and green colors that add to its visual appeal.

The back of the card is postmarked April 29, 1912, from Janesville, Wisconsin, and is addressed to Miss Bertha Neugebauer in Wessington, South Dakota. It bears a green one-cent stamp featuring Benjamin Franklin. The message reads: "Dear Bertha, These are all busy these days. We have started to clean house but don't get along very fast for we never have two decent days together. Raining hard this pm but we need it so let it rain. Hope you are all well. Will see you this summer. Love to all. Maude."

This postcard documents early 20th-century communication and social customs, illustrating how people maintained connections across distances. The personal message provides insight into daily life and seasonal activities of the era. Surviving examples like this offer valuable records of historical communication patterns and design aesthetics.