Vintage 1914 Clover Horseshoe Poem James E and 50 similar items

This charming vintage postcard features a lithograph print bordered with delicate clover leaves, pink flowers, and a lucky horseshoe design. The front displays a heartfelt poem emphasizing the joy of receiving a letter, penned in an elegant mix of brown and red typography. Created by James E. Pitts, a known publisher of early 20th-century postcards, this piece exemplifies the lithographic printing techniques popular during that era. Postmarked October 19, 1914, from Black Tomville, New York, the card carries a 1-cent George Washington U.S. postage stamp, adding historical authenticity. The handwritten message on the back references a football game in Buffalo, NY, providing a personal glimpse into everyday life over a century ago. Its chrome finish enhances the vividness of colors and overall durability, making it a delightful collectible for postcard and ephemera enthusiasts interested in early 1900s American correspondence and themed greeting cards.