Showing posts with label 1938. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 1938. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 1, 2017

Cleveland Hotel and Masonic Temple - Conneaut, Ohio

Cleveland Hotel and Masonic Temple - Conneaut, Ohio

Mailed from Conneaut, Ohio to Mrs. Washburn in Buffalo, New York on October 10, 1938:

Arrived at 11 o'clock. Left Central at 7:30. Don't be a sore head. Fare was $3.90 & .40 for teleg, $3.00 car & .05 phone. OK.

Earle T. Young
C.T. American Art
7A585

Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Melbourne Hotel - Melbourne, Florida

Melbourne Hotel - Melbourne, Florida

Melbourne, Florida is midway between Jacksonville and Miami, is on the Federal Highway No. 1. The Melbourne Hotel is a Fireproof Building with 72 rooms, with and without Bath, Steam Heat, Best of Accommodations, rates $1.59 and up.
A. Frazee, Owner

Mailed from Fort Pierce, Florida to Mr. Morris Barnes of Richmond, Kentucky on February 23, 1938:

Dear Morris,
You would surely enjoy a trip down here. You should have seen Junior do the big apple, when a big ocean wave came swelling in and wet him. He is having a big time. We went fishing yesterday and caught twenty-eight. Will be glad to see you all again. As ever, Clyde.

A C.T. Color-Photo-It by Curt Teich
Number: 1A-H220

Monday, April 8, 2013

Biltmore Hotel - Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles Biltmore - Los Angeles, California

Published by California Postcard Co., Los Angeles, California
Number: 26070N

Pershing Square Showing the Los Angeles Biltmore - Los Angeles, California

Pershing Square is located in the heart of the downtown shopping district, close to theatres, cafe and leading hotels. It affords a delightful resting place for countless visitors and Southern Californians.
Beneath this park is located the world's largest underground garage - three floor levels accommodating over 2,200 cars.

Western Publishing & Novelty Co.
C.T. Art-Colortone by Curt Teich
LA-101
2C-H1300

Biltmore Hotel - Los Angeles, California

Mailed from Los Angeles, California to Miss Louis Kocher of Dayton, Ohio on July 25, 1938:

Dear Miss Kocher,
They have guidance out here after your own heart. But they sure do believe in grouping by tests. We are having a lovely time. Weather is perfect and friends are grand - only I'm too fat.
Margaret Hemovar

Los Angeles Biltmore - Los Angeles, California

Western Publishing & Novelty Co., Los Angeles, Calif.
A C.T. Art-Colortone by Curt Teich Card
Number: 6A-H19

Biltmore Hotel - Los Angeles, California

"THE HOST OF THE COAST"
Los Angeles, California

Largest hotel in western America. 1500 rooms, six restaurants, including the Biltmore Bowl famous supper club. Situated between two tropical garden parks. It is the social and business center of the southland.

Mailed from Los Angeles 14, California to The Beylers of South Bend 16, Indiana on May 16, 1946:

The 8 1/2 hr flight from Chgo to L.A. is the way to travel. Very cold here today. Fur coat a necessity. Regards, "Little Lulu"

Biltmore Hotel - Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles 13, California
The largest hotel in western America. 1500 Rooms. Situated between two tropical parks in heart of business district. Home of the Biltmore Bowl, world-famous Supper Club.
Underneath the lawn is foreground is Pershing square garage with capacity for 2000 cars.

Mailed from Los Angeles 20, California to Miss Rose Weinmann of National Standard Co. of Niles, Michigan on April 3, 1957:

Wed. A.M.
Dear Rosie,
All calls finished except Larry Cornelius this noon. This a big city - seems like every call I made required 10-20 miles of driving - Never know where I am. Take sleeper to Phoenix to-night. Best Wishes, Alfred
The Biltmore Los Angeles - Los Angeles, California

506 Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
Bernard's - Grand Ave. Bar - Gallery Bar - Rendezvous Court

Friday, October 19, 2012

La Salle Hotel - Chicago, Illinois

La Salle Hotel - Chicago, Illinois


Mailed from Mrs. Fakton of El Carupo, Texas on May 31, 1911:

Greeting from Chi.
Nancy McKee

Publisher Unknown
165C

Hotel La Salle - Chicago, Illinois 

The Blue Fountain Room
 
Hotel La Salle - Chicago, Illinois

Chicago's Finest Hotel
Special Rates for Members
ILLINOIS STATE BAR ASSOCIATION
For November Meeting
One Person:
Room with detached bath - $1.50 to $2.50
Room with private bath - $2.50 to $4.00
TWO PERSONS:
Room with detached bath - $2.50 to $5.00
Room with private bath - $4.00 to $7.00
TWO CONNECTING ROOMS WITH BATH
Two persons - $4.00 to $7.00
Four Persons - $6.00 to $12.00
Guests occupying rooms with detached bath have the privilege of using the public bath on the same floor without additional charge
President's and Secretary's Headquarters; Suite 208-209-210
The BANQUET in honor of the judges of the Supreme Court of Illinois will be held in the Grand Ball Room, Hotel La Salle, Nov. 6, 1915

Hotel La Salle - Chicago, Illinois


La Salle Hotel is located at the corner of Madison and La Salle Streets. It is one of the most conveniently located Hotels in Chicago and has accommodations for nearly two thousand guests.

Stamped: Jack F. Knoblock, 1936

La Salle Hotel - Chicago, Illinois 
Comfortable air-conditioned guest rooms. 15 private dining rooms and ball rooms. The famous Lotus Room for fine food and the 90's Tap for fun and frolic. On the corner of La Salle and Madison in the center of downtown Chicago.


La Salle Hotel - Chicago, Illinois


Guest rooms comfortably furnished for modern living. 15 private dining rooms and ballrooms. Home of the famous Lotus Room with its celebrated food service. Located at the corner of LaSalle and Madison in the center of downtown Chicago.

Mailed from Rockford, Illinois to Bozo's Circus at WGN TV in Chicago,Illinois on August 29, 1977:

Girl
Katy McCormick
age 4
xxxx N. Ridgeland
Oak Park, Illinois 60302

Monday, August 13, 2012

Hotel Benson - Portland, Oregon

Hotel Benson - Portland, Oregon


Mailed from Portland, Oregon to Mrs. E.E. Elliott of Vancouver, British Columbia on September 23, 1938:

Friday -
Dear Grace - This is where we are at present but leave for Yakima at 4:30. The weather here has been ideal, the autumn scenery lovely and we are enjoying our trip. Love, Lilian

Americhrome

Hotel Benson - Portland, Oregon

On Broadway
Portland, Oregon

Fred N. Bay News Co.
Mike Roberts Color
C6374

Hotel Benson - Portland, Oregon

World famous Trader Vic's featuring exotic food and drink, adds to the pleasure of your stay at the Hotel Benson in Portland, Oregon.
The Benson Western Hotel, Portland, Oregon - also home of the Holiday Magazine Award-winning London Grill.

Trader Vic's at Hotel Benson - Portland, Oregon


309 SW Broadway Ave.
Portland, Oregon
Where those merry souls who make drinking a pleasure -
Who achieve contentedness long before capacity
And who, whenever they drink, prove able to carry it, enjoy it, and remain gentlemen.
Trader Vic

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Hotel Edison - New York, New York


Hotel Edison - New York, New York


46th to 47th Street - just west of Broadway
1000 Rooms - 1000 Baths and Showers
Radio and water cooling system in every room. Grand Ball Room.
Banquet accommodations for 150
Visit our Green Room

Mailed from New York, New York to Mr. Malcolm P. White of Richmond, Virginia on October 13, 1936:

Tuesday
Here I am isn't it marvelous? God I understand how you feel now. I've been writing you a letter for a week. I'll finish it before I leave. We went all over the Normandie this afternoon. What a ship! We're going to see "Dead End" tonight and "White House Inn" tomorrow. I'll write more later. Love, Elizabeth

A Lumitone Photoprint

Hotel Edison - New York, New York

446th to 47th Street - just west of Broadway
1000 Rooms - 100 Baths and Showers
Radio and Water Cooling System in Every Room, Grand Ball Room
Banquet Accommodations for 1500
Visit our Green Room

Mailed from New York, New York to Henry La Croix of Leominster, Massachusetts in 1938:

Having a nice visit here at Hotel Edison. Just saw Frank Capra's "You Can't Take It With You" - A marvelous picture. Don't miss it when it comes to town.
Sincerely, Alice

Hotel Edison - New York, New York


46th to 47th Street - Just West of Broadway
1000 Rooms - Each with Bath and Shower - Radio - Television - Air Conditioning and Circulating Ice Water. Three Fine Restaurants - Banquet Accommodations. Visit our Green Room - Famous Orchestras. All Public Rooms Air-Conditioned.
MILTON J. KRAMER, President
Tel. Circle 6-5000
Cable Address: Edishotel

Hotel Edison - New York, New York


46th to 47th Street - Just West of Broadway
1000 Rooms - Each with Bath and Shower - Radio - Television - Air Conditioning and Circulating Ice Water. Visit our Fine Restaurants and Rum House. Meeting and Banquet Facilities.
Cable Address: EDISHOTEL
ULO BARAD, Pres.

Saturday, March 17, 2012

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.

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.