A.O.C Secret Society Emblem 1909 Hand-drawn Postcard unique letter opener all directed toward the book

all directed toward the book resting on her knees

6 1/4" x 4 3/4" on card

which I must say has quite an animated

this would be a real stunner

with a wonderful solid black glazed edge on one side

A.O.C Secret Society Emblem 1909 Hand-drawn Postcard unique letter opener all directed toward the bookSo curious! The message on reverse of this postcard, sent to a "Fellow Member" reports that the Fellows had "decided on this emblem" (though haven't started on buttons yet)! Perhaps the "A. O. C" stands for Ancient Order of Cats??? And what a cat, but I really have no idea about the corkscrew extending from one paw and apple held up high in the other. I have to think this emblem may not have endured too long, but I really love its weirdness, and do