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Description: This sepia-toned card depicts a wooden bridge spanning a calm creek or river, framed by large trees with sprawling branches along a grassy bank. The scene has a tranquil, pastoral quality typical of park or nature views popular in early 20th century topographical postcards. Madison, Wisconsin was known for its parks and waterways, making this a collectible local interest card.
Publisher: Series K, No. 12
Posted: Postmarked Madison, WIS, May 8, 1912. Sent from Ada to Mrs. A. B. Lake, Windsor, Wisconsin. Message reads: "Dear Aunt, will try and be out Saturday night with out rain and will by and by chance call for me Sunday. Love yourself from Ada."