Tuck's Postcard, Oilette, Spring Scene, 1910s Postmark

This Tuck's Oilette postcard features a charming spring scene with a woman feeding birds under a blossoming tree. The artwork is accompanied by a quote from Longfellow: "Came the spring with all its splendour, all its birds, and all its blossoms." The postcard is a divided back type, typical of the era from 1907 to 1915, and showcases the artistic style of the period.

The back of the card is postmarked October 18, 1913, and addressed to Miss Bertha Neugebauer in Wessington, South Dakota. It bears a green one-cent U.S. stamp. The message reads: "Dear Friend, Your card received. Was very sorry to hear of Mary's sickness and hope she is better by this time. Golda is going to college at Huron and I am at home trotting back to the old school house reviewing the hard subjects. Remain as ever, your friend, Eva."

This postcard documents early 20th-century communication and social customs, reflecting personal connections and everyday life. Surviving examples provide valuable insights into regional history and the art of correspondence during this era.