Vintage Postcard: "Best Wishes" (1912)

This vintage postcard, postmarked August 21, 1912, features an embossed design with a pink rose, gold accents, and an inset illustration of a windmill in a countryside scene. The phrase "Best Wishes" is elegantly displayed, making it a thoughtful greeting card. Addressed to Mrs. Mary King in Ashton, Illinois, the handwritten message provides updates about family life, weather, and recent events, adding historical and personal significance to the card. The postcard is marked with the number "665."

Stamp Details:
The postcard bears a 1912 U.S. Benjamin Franklin one-cent stamp (Scott #331). This green stamp, part of the "Series of 1908," depicts Franklin's profile. The stamp is valued at $1 to $3 in good condition and enhances the historical value of the postcard.

Message Transcription:
"Melvin, Iowa, Aug. 21, 1912

Dear Mother and Sister,

Received your letter and was so glad to hear from you. Will answer soon. We are having lots of rain. Monday night it struck Mr. McDougall’s barn and burnt it to the ground. We could see it from Gahan. We have just about a week’s threshing ahead of us yet, but if it rains very often, I bet it will take three weeks or so. Or doesn’t feel good, has pains in his back and sides. All’s well and have to close.

With love to all,
Your son, George"

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