Vintage 1916 Embossed New Year Postcard with Kindness Poem & Poinsettias

This charming vintage New Year postcard, dated January 17, 1916, features an embossed decorative border with subtle floral and ribbon details. The front displays a beautifully illustrated poem about kindness and friendship, accented with vibrant red poinsettias and a small figure holding a candle and red hat. The poem reads: "He who sows Courtesy reaps Friendship, And he who plants Kindness Gathers Love." The card's design and typography reflect early 20th-century aesthetics, making it a wonderful collectible for those interested in holiday ephemera or vintage greetings. The postcard measures the standard 5.5 x 3.5 inches typical of the era and is printed on paper stock with an embossed texture that adds an elegant tactile dimension. The back is marked with a divided address and correspondence layout, and it includes a notation for domestic postage rates of one cent, consistent with the 1910s. The handwritten message is signed "From Ruth" and addressed to "Marie," adding a personal touch and historical context. This original paper postcard captures the spirit of New Year celebrations from over a century ago, making it a unique addition for collectors of vintage holiday postcards and antique paper memorabilia.