1908 Rose Company Postcard Red Hat Woman Turkey Poem Mauch Chunk PA Mailed

Step right up and feast your eyes on this delightful 1908 postcard that perfectly captures the spirit of Thanksgiving with a side of old-fashioned romance and plenty of personality! A stylish young woman in a fabulous oversized red hat adorned with green leaves and feathers gazes out confidently from an ornate decorative frame, while a plump realistic turkey poses proudly below, ready to play his important part in the holiday feast. The colors are bold and the artwork is full of life, making it a standout piece from the early days of color lithography in postcards.

The charming verse printed inside the fancy border says it all in classic early 1900s style: There's beauty in my lady's eyes, In every glance a glad surprise. Old Turkey also has his part, He fills my hunger, She, my heart. It's witty, a little cheeky, and perfectly balanced between holiday gratitude and romantic admiration, printed by The Rose Company with their copyright notice from 1908 clearly visible in the lower left corner.

Turn it over and you're holding real, tangible history in your hands from a bygone era. This card was postmarked November 21, 1908 right in Mauch Chunk, Pennsylvania — the scenic town now famous as Jim Thorpe — and sent to Miss Stella Brown living in Sylbertsville, Pennsylvania with a classic green one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp from the 1902 series.

The handwritten message from Elizabeth Lowrey is warm, personal, and full of that old-timey charm we love: Love to all, come and see me some time, leave me no when you will come. From Elizabeth Lowrey. It's a sweet, unfiltered snapshot of everyday life, family connections, and simple invitations that traveled through the mail over a century ago, complete with the full original postmark, cancellation marks, and address written in period script.

After 118 years of existence, this authentic divided-back postcard is holding up remarkably well for its age and travels. The front illustration colors remain rich, vibrant, and eye-catching with almost no fading, while the back shows the honest signs of age including some gentle overall toning, minor discoloration spots, and light handling wear that only adds to its authentic vintage character and storytelling appeal.

Whether you're a dedicated postcard collector building a holiday or Pennsylvania-themed collection, a fan of local Luzerne County history, or simply someone who loves quirky and humorous vintage ephemera, this piece brings incredible personality, charm, and conversation-starting power to any display, album, or gift.

It's the kind of rare find that sparks joy and curiosity about simpler times, big family turkey dinners, handwritten correspondence, and the golden age of American postcards when every card told a little story. A true treasure that still feels fresh, fun, and relevant today for anyone who appreciates the art and history packed into these small paper gems.

Don't let this charming bit of 1908 holiday magic and Pennsylvania postal history slip away to someone else — it's ready to find a loving new home with a collector or enthusiast who will treasure its unique blend of beautiful art, clever humor, and real local backstory. Available for local pickup in Drums, PA

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Item specifics

From The Spiderpunk Web collection of authentic antiques and collectibles. Ships from the United States with tracking.