State Bank dated 1905 and adjoining shops, Arcadia, Nebraska

The State Bank anchors a commercial corner in Arcadia, Nebraska, its cornice lettered “BANK” and a panel over the entrance reading “1905.” Three arched windows on the street side are each lettered “STATE BANK.” Figures stand on the sidewalk; bicycles are leaned under awnings; a tall pole with multiple cross arms fronts the bank.

Left of the bank runs a frame commercial block with painted and hanging signs: a gable marked “HASTINGS,” a large signboard “FURNITURE AND UNDERTAKING,” a smaller board “FURNITURE,” and stacked vertical boards reading “PIANOS,” with partial “ORGANS” and “JEWELRY.” Farther left are partial signs for “RESTAURANT” and “HARDWARE.”

The lower image bears the caption “ArcadiaNebr.” at bottom center and the “STATE BANK” window lettering. The image shows a dirt street, small curbside trees, wooden sidewalks, and overhead utility wires.

The divided‑back card bears a clear origin postmark reading “ARCADIA / AUG 24 / 6 PM / 1913 / NEBR.” with a one-cent green Franklin stamp cancelled by black bars. Addressed to Mrs. Homer H[?], Seward, Neb., the short message reads, “Dear Kids / how are you / all will be / home tomorrow,” signed “Ma.” The reverse is printed “POST CARD,” “CORRESPONDENCE HERE” and “NAME AND ADDRESS HERE”; no maker imprint appears.