Whitney Made Christmas Postcard, Santa Children, 1910s, South Dakota

This divided back postcard, produced by Whitney Made in Worcester, Massachusetts, features a charming Christmas scene. Two children dressed as Santa Claus are depicted with a festive message: 'I've come to wish you a Very Merry Christmas.' A traditional Christmas pudding with holly adorns the lower right corner, adding to the holiday cheer. The postcard's design and attire suggest it dates from the early 1910s.

The back of the card is postmarked from Painesville, Ohio, on December 20, 1910, and addressed to Mr. Willie Bautsch in Huron, South Dakota. A green one-cent U.S. postage stamp featuring George Washington is affixed. The handwritten message reads: 'Dear cousin Willie I wish you a happy it is so good by from Helen.' The card shows signs of age with some foxing and edge wear, typical for its era.

This postcard documents early 20th-century holiday traditions and communication. The use of festive imagery and personal messages reflects the social customs of the time. Surviving examples like this provide valuable insight into regional history and the evolution of holiday greetings.