Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Betsy Ross Hotel - Miami Beach, Florida

Betsy Ross Hotel - Miami Beach, Florida


On the Ocean at 1440 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, Florida
Private pool, Ocean bathing from your door. Wide, sandy beach. Air-conditioned rooms, completely equipped kitchenettes and apartments. Card room - TV room - Solaria. Elevator. In the tradition of Southern Hospitality. 2 blocks to Lincoln Road shopping. JE 4-4651

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Miss R. Greenhouse of Brooklyn, New York on July 3, 1968:

Dear Rebecca
Hope this finds you will. Spending my vacation here. Place & weather are perfect. Regards - Tillie

Hotel Algiers - Miami Beach, Florida

Hotel Algiers - Miami Beach, Florida

Oceanfront, 25th to 26th Street, Miami Beach
"A World-in-Itself"

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mr. & Mrs. J. Dutchman of Chicago, Illinois on November 13, 1959:

Finaley got away to get down here for about 10 days. Weather great 80°. Staying in this hotel. Margaret & Roy

Martinique Hotel - Miami Beach, Florida

Martinique Hotel - Miami Beach, Florida

Directly on the Ocean at 64th St.
Miami Beach, Florida 33141
"Miami Beach's most Popular Resort"

Moulin Rouge Resort Motel - Miami Beach, Florida

Moulin Rouge Resort Motel - Miami Beach, Florida


41st Street & Pine Tree Drive
Miami Beach, Florida
100% Air-conditioned and heated, Two swimming pools - Private Dock - Fishing - Boating and Skiing, two elevators - coffee shop and lounge. TV, card and children's play rooms, Free indoor parking.

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mr. & Mrs. Paul Rosenfeld of Herkimer, New York on October 17, 1966:

Hi Folks,
Well, Here we are in Miami Beach. The weather is beautiful.
Best Regards,
Nate & Fam

Sunday, March 25, 2012

Iwo Jima Motor Hotel - Arlington, Virginia

Iwo Jima Motor Hotel - Arlington, Virginia

On Rt. 50, 1501 Arlington Rd.
Arlington, Virginia 22209
JAckson 4-5000
A luxurious Motor Hotel, completely air conditioned, restaurant, heated swimming pool, TV in every room. One mile from downtown Washington, near Memorial, Roosevelt and Key Bridges, Iwo Jima Statue, and Arlington Cemetery. AAA Approved. A Quality Motel.

Thursday, March 22, 2012

Southern Hotel - Baltimore, Maryland

Southern Hotel - Baltimore, Maryland


The Southern Hotel stands on the site on which once stood the famous Old Fountain Inn of Colonial days where General George Washington and his staff were entertained. It was one of the best known hostelries in this part of the Country and remained a land-mark until 1871. The following year he Carrollton Hotel was erected on the site, being quite up-to-date for the times and named after Charles Carroll of Carrollton, the last survivor of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence. The Carrollton Hotel was destroyed in the great Baltimore fire of 1904.

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Southern Hotel - Baltimore, Maryland

Baltimore 3, MD.
The Southern Hotel stands on the site on which once stood the famous Old Fountain Inn of Colonial days where General George Washington and his staff were entertained. It was one of the best known hostelries in this part of the Country and remained a land-mark until 1871. The following year the Carrollton Hotel was erected on the site, being quite up-yo-date for the times and named after Charles Carroll of Carrollton, the last survivor of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence. The Carrollton Hotel was destroyed in the great Baltimore fire of 1904.

Hotel Dixie - New York, New York

Hotel Dixie - New York, New York


The Drive-In Hotel - Free Parking
43rd Street - West of Broadway
In the Heart of Times Square - New York City - 700 AIR-CONDITIONED outside rooms, each with private bath, 21" television and radio. HOME OF THE FAMOUS PLANTATION BAR & LOUNGE. AAA Approved. ASTA.

For Reservations at any CARTER HOTEL-Inquire at Front Desk
IN BOSTON, MASS.
Hotel Essex - Hotel Avery
In ALBANY, N.Y.
Hotel Wellington
IN NEW YORK CITY
Hotel Dixie - Hotel George Washington - Hotel Manhattan Towers
IN BUFFALO, N.Y.
Hotel Lafayette

Hotel Dixie - New York, New York

700 Cheerful outside rooms each with private bath and radio.
VISIT THE NEW CIRCLE BAR & LOUNGE
The Beautiful Plantation Room in the Hotel Dixie 43rd Street at Broadway, New York presents Al Trace and his 100 Silly Symphonists featuring:
Red Maddock - Dave De Vore and Nate the Swinging Gate with De Quincy & Givens
4 Shows Nightly - 7:30-10-12-2
Never a cover or minimum charge.
Other Carter Hotels....
Hotel Essex, Boston - Hotel Avery, Boston - Hotel Garde, New Haven - Hotel Riviera, Newark - Hotel George Washington, New York.

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Number: 16140

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Hotel Washington - Washington, D.C.

Hotel Washington - Washington, D.C.


An Affiliated National Hotel
Pennsylvania Avenue at 15th and F Sts., N.W.
Completely Air-Conditioned - Television - Radios - Drive-in Motor Lobby
Opposite the United States Treasury and Overlooking the White House and Parks.
Washington, D.C.

Hotel Lenox - Boston, Massachusetts

Hotel Lenox - Boston, Massachusetts


Mailed from Back Bay Station in Boston, Massachusetts to Mrs. Abel A. Miller of (Location Unknown) on August 19, 1910:

Scott and I went to a show this evening, and went to sleep so we came home to bed. Abel

Souvenir Post Card Co., N.Y.
Number: 30016

Hotel Lenox - Boston, Massachusetts

The HOTEL LENOX
Boylston Street at Exeter, Copley Square
Boston, Mass.

Outrigger Hotel - Honolulu, Hawaii

Outrigger Hotel - Honolulu, Hawaii


 The Outrigger Hotel located on the beach in the heart of Waikiki - Honolulu, Hawaii, offers the best swimming area in the Islands. Every room has an ocean view and a private lanai, TV, and refrigerator. Shops, restaurants, cocktail lounges and nightclub attractions are features.

Outrigger Hotel - Honolulu, Hawaii

Waikiki Beach
The finest swimming, surfing, and outrigger canoe rides are at the doorstep of Wiakiki Outrigger Hotel guests.

The Outrigger Hotel - Honolulu, Hawaii

The Outrigger Hotel located on the beach in the heart of Waikiki
Honululu, Hawaii
Offers the best swimming area in the Islands. Every room has an ocean view and a private lanai, TV, and refrigerator. Shops, restaurants, cocktail lounges and nightclub attractions are features.

Monday, March 19, 2012

Mallard Motel - Klamath Falls, Oregon

Mallard Motel - Klamath Falls, Oregon

Greetings From Klamath Falls
Mallard Motel
Route 3, Box 1348, Hwy. 97 North
Klamath Falls, Oregon
16 attractive units on spacious grounds. 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms. AAA Approved

Saturday, March 17, 2012

Holiday Inn - North Platte, Nebraska

Holiday Inn - North Platte, Nebraska

Junction U.S. 83 and I-80
Swimming Pool - Air-conditioned - Restaurant - Free TV - Free Holidex Reservations. Cocktail Lounge.

Mailed from North Platte, Nebraska to Mr. Al Hunt of South Haven, Michigan on August 7, 1972:

Aug. 6
Hi Buzzing Cousin,
Our first stop, were on our way to see Loretta in California. 28 yrs. Ralph and I did it - Hope you are O.K. - Ruth and Ralph and Bob & Carol

Hotel Statler - Detroit, Michigan

Hotel Statler - Detroit, Michigan

1000 Rooms with Bath and Radio Reception
Facing Grand Circus Park at Washington Blvd. and Bagley Ave., convenient to all downtown Detroit. Operated in connection with Hotels Statler, Boston, Buffalo, Cleveland, St. Louis Hotel Buffalo, Buffalo, and Hotel Pennsylvania, New York.

Mailed from Detroit, Michigan to Mrs. A.F. Dinwiddie of La Porte, Indiana on November 14, 1938:

Sun night.
Hello Cooksie
Turning in 10 o'clock just got through seeing the Rangers beat the Red Wings 4 to 3 playing Hockey so good night tell the boys hello. Love, Dad

Hotel Statler - Detroit, Michigan

The Hotel Statler is at Grand Circus Park, Washington Boulevard and Bagley Ave., only a few steps from Woodward Ave. street cars, yet as quiet as if in the residence district. As the Hotel faces Grand Circus Park every room has outside light and air, and the courts are very large and light. It contains 1,000 rooms and 1,000 baths.

C.T. Art Colortone by Curt Teich No. A39
2A-H565

Washington Boulevard and The Statler Hotel - Detroit, Michigan

Mailed from Dearborn, Michigan on Cynthia Morrell of Chester, Pennsylvania to June 26, 1958:

Dear Cindy,
Paul & I are having a real good time. I'll try to bring you something if I can.Love, Cabby and Paul

Hiawatha Card Co., P.O. Box 56, Ypsilanti, Mich.
Plastichrome by Colourpicture
P2303

Colorslides: 8 colorslides (35mm) of Detroit for $2.00.
Hiawatha Co., Ypsilanti, Mich.

The Cody Inn - Cody, Wyoming

The Cody Inn - Cody, Wyoming

The Cody Inn, spacious, comfortable. Warren Operated Hotel, the Inn offers the best in food, accommodations.

Mailed from Salt Lake City, Utah to Lena Lee of Fort Worth, Texas on July 22, 1953:

Dear Anut Lena,
We are having a good time. We saw 24 Bears.
Love Pamela

Friday, March 16, 2012

Sheraton Hotel - Akron, Ohio

Sheraton Hotel - Akron, Ohio


 259 South Main Street
Akron, Ohio
Telephone: Jefferson 5-1871
Teletype AK-99
Akron's finest hotel with 450 modern, attractive rooms, each with bath, radio, free TV and air conditioning. Central location. Superb food and entertainment nightly. New Merry Man Tavern--Promenade Lounge. Coffee shop open all day, popular prices. Famous "Gorgeous George" Plantation Bar. Free overnight parking for registered guests. Free Sheraton Direct Line Teletype Reservation Service

Mailed from Akron, Ohio to Mrs. Howard Cross in Valley City, Ohio on July 12, 1960:

Two ring for you sure on Tuesday at 7 PM. Beacon Journal come to 3rd floor.
Thanks a lot, Helen Waterhouse

Thursday, March 15, 2012

Casa Blanca Auto Court - Salt Lake City, Utah

Casa Blanca Auto Court - Salt Lake City, Utah

(Spanish for White House)
Strictly first class. Steam heat, hot water, tile bath, complete kitchenette, oak floors with rugs, radio, - all the comforts of a good hotel with less expense.
1489 South State Street :: Salt Lake City, Utah
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One-day Jaunts Around Salt Lake City
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First Day - Liberty Park, Eagle Gate, Beehive House, Lion House, Temple Square (free organ recital at noon): Saltair - bathing, dancing, etc. etc.
Second Day - Mormon Church offices, State Capitol, Rotary Park, Memory Park, Brigham Young's Grave, University of Utah, U.S. Fort Douglas, Hogle Garden's Zoo, Bonneville Golf Course.
Third Day - Bingham, 28 miles South-west: typical mining town; one street wide, three miles long: world's largest open cut copper mine, blasting about 4 o'clock

Blue Star Motel - White Marsh, Maryland

Blue Star Motel - White Marsh, Maryland

U.S. Route #40 - 12 Miles North of Baltimore
Clean - Comfortable - Modern Rooms furnished with Beautyrest Mattresses - Hot Water Heating - Private Baths
Owner & Manager: R.T. Webster
Phone: Chase-4584

Crystal Lodge Motel - Crystal River, Florida

Crystal Lodge - Crystal River, Florida

Modern Motel - Restaurant
CRYSTAL LODGE
H. Daugherty, Owner :: Phone 2791
Gulf Coast Highway No. 19

Crystal Lodge Motel - Crystal River, Florida

On U.S. No. 19, Crystal River, Florida. AAA and Duncan Hines recommended. Finest Fishing in Florida. Boats, Guided. Private dock. Overnight, Week or Entire Season. Excellent food in our Dining Room. We cater to Fishing Parties. Mr. and Mrs. Chas K. Miller, Owners-Managers.

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

The Ambassador Hotel - Washington, D.C.

The Ambassador Hotel - Washington, D.C.


Washington's newest 500 room downtown hotel
Radio in every room. Swimming pool free to guests. Air-Conditioned dining room and Cocktail Lounge,
Rates from $2.00
You'll like the Ambassador

Mailed from Washington, D.C. to Miss Mary Krell of Niles, Michigan on June 29, 1938:

Tuesday night
Dear Mary,
How are you?
I'm having a grand time. Staying at this place tonight.
Shirley Temple is at Washington, D.C. Didn't see her.
- Jacie

The Ambassador Hotel - Washington, D.C.

Washington's newest 500-room downtown hotel. Completely air-conditioned. Reasonable Rates. Radio in every room. Garage Parking.

Hotel Humboldt - Winnemucca, Nevada

Hotel Humboldt - Winnemucca, Nevada

NORTHERN NEVADA'S LARGEST HOTEL - LOCATED ON U.S. HIGHWAY 40 and 95, 100 first class air cooled rooms, TV's, free parking area adjacent to hotel, CAFE, BAR, CASINO and LIBERAL SLOT MACHINES

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Sands Motel - Scottsbluff, Nebraska

Sands Motel - Scottsbluff, Nebraska

Very nice accommodations, west edge of city, 814 W. 27th St. on Hwy 71. Room phones, tiled baths,
fully carpeted. Refrigerated air conditioning. Cable TV and radios. Quiet, hot water heat. AAA Approved.

Towson East Motel - Baltimore, Maryland



1507 East Joppa Road
Baltimore (Towson), Maryland 21204
Baltimore Beltway (I-695) Exit 29
Owner-managed accommodations. Comfort and convenience at moderate cost. Minutes away from shopping, nightlife, sports and theatres. Soundproof, carpeted rooms and efficiencies. TV - Radio - Individually controlled heat and air conditioning - Family-sized combination baths - Telephones - Free Coffee - Valet Service - Pets Allowed. AAA Approved.

Monday, March 12, 2012

Garden Kenlake Hotel - Hardin, Kentucky

Garden Kenlake Hotel - Hardin, Kentucky

View of Kentucky Lake, From Roof of Garden Kenlake Hotel
Kentucky Lake State Park
Located on the Western Shore of Kentucky Lake at the intersection of U.S. Highway 68, Ky. 80, 94, 98, near Eggner's Ferry Bridge. Beautiful Kentucky Lake State Park is one of the finest in the United States.
The large Sun Terrace above the excellent Dining Room is enjoyed by all visitors.

Dulles International Airport Holiday Inn - Washington, D.C.

Holiday Inn Dulles International Airport - Washington, D.C.

1000 Sully Rd. (Va. Rt. #28 near junction Va. Rt. #606)
1 mile north of Airport Access Rd.
P.O. Box #17244 Dulles International Airport
Washington, D.C. 20041
The luxury inn with country club setting and facilities plus complete business and convention accommodations. Courtesy transportation from Dulles Air Terminal Building.

Grande Courts - Orange, Texas

Grande Courts - Orange, Texas

Hi-way 90, West of Orange, Texas
35 Modern Units. Telephone in every room. Good Food. Cafe open 24 hours. Fan in every room. Finest service.

Mailed from Orange, Texas to Mary Jo Black of Selman City, Texas on August 8, 1952:

Dear Jo (correction Windy)
Just a line to tell you how much I care. Make like the wind, blow. Love always, Jack Chandler

Monday, March 5, 2012

The Sorrento - Miami Beach, Florida

The Sorrento - Miami Beach, Florida

NEW...and breath-takingly beautiful
The Sorrento
On the Ocean at 44th Street
Completely Air-Conditioned...Salt Water Pool...Cabana Colony...Most Rooms with Private Balconies...Radio and Circulating Ice Water in every room...Music for Dining and Dancing Nightly...
Open All Year
Miami Beach, Florida

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mr. & Mrs. J.T. Johnson of Flemingsburg, Kentucky on July 21, 1956:

Went out to the Parrott (sic) Jungle today. Hope my pictures turn out good. There are some very pretty places to go around here but on the whole 2 will take old KY any time.
Love, M.D. & T.H.

Miller Press - Miami, Florida
No Number

The Sorrento - Miami Beach, Florida

NEW...and breath-takingly beautiful
The Sorrento
On the Ocean at 44th Street
Completely Air-Conditioned...Salt Water Pool. Cabana Colony...Most Rooms with Private Balconies...Radio and Circulating Ice Water in every room...Music for Dining and Dancing Nightly...Open All Year
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA

Mailed from Hato Rey, Puerto Rico to Mrs. Harold Ulter of Savannah, New York on April 15, 1959:

Dear Katharine,
Enjoy a short vacation down here. Would love to hear Sav. news whenever you have a writing moment. - Peg Eliott is Caygua Hall - Willard N.Y - She's nursing there.
Best regards
Lois

TraveLodge - Nashville, Tennessee

Travelodge - Nashville, Tennessee

800 James Robertson Pkwy
City Routes 41A, 31W, 431 & 41
82 Units with central heating and air-conditioning. Direct dial telephones. Television, AM and FM radio. All long beds, heated pool.
GRILL on PREMISES

Sheraton-Kimball Hotel - Springfield, Massachusetts

Sheraton-Kimball Hotel - Springfield, Massachusetts

400 modern guest rooms equipped with radio and TV. Town Room - Coffee Shop - for excellent food. Famous Pickwick Cocktail Lounge. "The Leading Hotel in Western Massachusetts."
HOTEL RESERVATIONS VIA TELETYPE

Mailed from Springfield, Massachusetts to Miss Candace Kimmburgh of Pawtucket, Rhode Island on April 13, 1956:

Dear Candace:
Hope you are well. I am in a big city. Autos go fast here. When in traffic you have to step lively to cross the street.
See you soon "Uncle"Bill" Spoerer

Sheraton-Kimball Hotel - Springfield, Massachusetts

140 Chestnut St.
Springfield, Massachusetts
Telephone: REpublic 2-1121 - Teletype: SM 94
Completely refurbished, air conditioned. No charge for TV, radio. Free parking. Family plan. Cheshire Cheese specialty restaurant.

Sheraton-Kimball Hotel - Springfield, Massachusetts


140 Chestnut St.
Springfield, Massachusetts
Telephone: REpublic 2-1121 - Teletype: SM 94
FREE OVERNIGHT PARKING FOR REGISTERED GUESTS
The leading hotel in Western Massachusetts. All 400 guest rooms offer free radio and TV...most are air-conditioned. The Cheshire Cheese, a recreation of a London Chop House, offers delicious char-broiled specialties from the open hearth.

King Tower - Portland, Oregon



Portland's most dramatic, new hotel apartment...twelve stories of beauty, comfort, convenience for hotel or apartment residence. Rates begin at $6.25 single and $7.00 double. The finest address...the most spectacular view...the most comfortable design for living in Portland, Oregon