Showing posts with label 1959. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 1959. Show all posts

Monday, May 8, 2017

Virgin Isle Hotel - St. Thomas, Virgin Islands

Virgin Isle Hotel - St. Thomas, Virgin Islands

The Most Magnificent Hotel in the Americas

Mailed from Charlotte Amalie, Virgin Islands to Mrs. L.M. Wagner in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on May 21, 1959:

Hi:
This place is really plush! The mts. & flowers are beautiful. I'm gaining some of that weight I lost. Having a grand time. My heart can laugh again (on the outside). Love, Ruth.

Dormand Post Card Co.
6549

Tuesday, April 18, 2017

Viking Apartment Motel - Clearwater Beach, Florida

Viking Apartment Motel - Clearwater Beach, Florida

124 Brightwater Drive
Clearwater Beach, Florida
Large, beautiful furnished apartments, and efficiencies on the waterfront. Tile baths. Electric kitchens. Free TV and air-conditioning. Radiant heat. Private dock and mooring facilities. Shuffleboard. Short walk to beach, restaurants and shopping center.
Glenn and Earlena Parker, resident owners.
Phone: 35-8203

Mailed from Clearwater, Florida to Mr. Roger Maner of Montgomery, Alabama on September 1, 1959:

The Viking is all new. Beautiful waterfront location. If interested please write for more information and rates. Will reply at once.
The Parkers

Color Card by Ward Beckett
A Koppel Card
40107

Monday, March 27, 2017

Sho-Wi Motel - Zanesville, Ohio

Sho-Wi Motel - Zanesville, Ohio

28 New, Modern Units, Equipped with Hot Water Heat, Tile Baths, Simmons and Mengel Furniture. Beauty Rest Equipped. Air Conditioned for your comfort. Radio and Television.
Our Restaurant Serves Breakfast, Lunches and Dinners and a complete Fountain Service. Open All Year Phone Zensville G.L. 30303

Mailed from Zanesville, Ohio to Dr. A.E. Cannon of Cleveland 19, Ohio on December 13, 1959:

All's well - had to work this weeke-end - hope to get home during the week - your envelopes are done - sorry not to get them to you the week-end. See you soon. - Amamay & Bill

Park-way Commercial Studio, 538 Downard Rd., Zanesville, Ohio
Dexter Press
13478-B

Sho-Wi Motel - Zanesville, Ohio

Route 40 W.
Zanesville, Ohio
28 modern units equipped with hot water heat, tile baths, air-conditioned for your comfort.
Our Restaurant Cocktail Lounge Serves Breakfast, Lunches and Dinners.
Open all year.

Mailed from Alquippa, Pennsylvania to Miss Gladys Newby of St. Louis, Missouri on August 5, 1971:

Hi -
Well. Here we are having a really good time. It is cold & rainy tho. We should be back sometime next week.
The Gidfres

Shamrock Motor Lodge - Bristol, Virginia

Shamrock Motor Lodge - Bristol, Virginia

On U.S. Routes 11, 19, 58
Six miles east of Bristol, Virginia.
Twenty-one air conditioned soundproof rooms - each with individual electrical heat, phones and free TV in every room. Ceramic tile baths with tub and shower. Family units - connecting room. Built in 1956.
The House of Southern Hospitality Located opposite of Howard Johnson's Restaurant. Owner Mrs. E.K. McNew. AAA Approved.

Mailed from Cookeville, Tennessee to Mr. & Mrs.Robert Moorer of Katonah, New York on April 17, 1959:
4/17
Spent last nigh here on way to Milan. Have had beautiful weather. The mountains are beautiful especially around Knoxville,. Dogwood, Redbud and Azaleas are in full bloom, I'll write Monday if not sooner.
Love, Matthew

Greear Studio, Marion, Virginia
Dexter Press
3493B

Monday, March 20, 2017

Prince Charles Hotel - Fayetteville, North Carolina

Prince Charles Hotel - Fayetteville, North Carolina

Prince Charles Hotel
Fayetteville, North Carolina

Mailed from Fort Bragg, North Carolina to Mrs. Leon Kohl of Staten Island, New York on July 27, 1959:

Dear Ma,
All well. Will be home late 31 July. Please don't write anymore because it won't get here before I leave. Never get enough sleep.
Leon

Friday, March 17, 2017

Penn Terminal Hotel - New York, New York

Penn Terminal Hotel - New York, New York


The New Penn Terminal Hotel
215 West 34th Street, New York
(opposite Pennsylvania RR Station)
Brand New Throughout. Ideal midtown location, near main shopping, business and theatre sections. Subways and busses at door. Garage facilities.
WIsconsin 7--5050

Mailed from New York, New York to Mr. Emery C. Levary of Toronto, Ontario on July 13, 1959:

Hello Again:
The 'Summer' Festival is on. Come and bring a friend.
Regards, David Kulkin, mgr.

Publisher: Elliot-Wilson Co., Inc.
Number: 18,320F

Thursday, March 16, 2017

Night Fall Motel - Daytona Beach, Florida

Night Fall Motel - Daytona Beach, Florida

640 So. Ridgewood Ave., U.S. #1, Daytona Beach, Fla.
CI - 2-2820
24 Ultra modern units. TV in room. Air conditioned and purified AIR HEAT. Combination Tub and Shower Baths. Ideal central location. 1 miles from the World's Most Famous Beach. Good Restaurants near by. Courtesy and graciousness is our business. Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Sliwka, Owners. AAA Approved.

Mailed from Daytona Beach, Florida to Miss Betty Bryant of Cincinnati, Ohio on July 13, 1959:

Hi - So glad you all got to take that trip it sound just wonderful. How did you manage the "Two Hour Bathroom Last" on trop?
Roy & Beulah

John Von, Daytona Beach, Fla.
Dexter Press
69484

Wednesday, March 15, 2017

Motel Capri & Restaurant - Jacksonville, Florida

Motel Capri & Restaurant - Jacksonville, Florida

On U.S 17 - Main St. at 38th
Jacksonville, Florida
158 Air-Conditioned Rooms, Family Units and Apartments. Desk and Room Telephone Service Twenty-Four Hours Daily. AAA Approved.

Mailed from Jacksonville, Florida to Miss Beth Croft of Oxford, New Jersey on June 28, 1959:

Dear Bethie,
This is a beautiful motel where we are staying & all little pink stucco houses. We have twin beds & a TV & a beautiful private bath. If it would fit in my bag, I'd bring it home too. Love, Mother.

Drewcolor Postcard

Friday, March 10, 2017

King George Motel - Lake George Village, New York

King George Motel - Lake George Village, New York

Route 9 (1 Mile South of Village, 8 miles north of Glens Falls)
P.O. Box 324, Lake George Village, New York
Telephone 2906
50 ultra-modern units high on a hilltop overlooking beautiful Lake George - Complimentary Continental Breakfast - Cabana Club - Open All Year. AAA Approved. Member of the Congress of Motor Hotels.

Mailed from North Creek, New York to Mr. & Mrs. Henry Hughes & Son of Windsor, Connecticut on July 3, 1959:

Thurs night -
Stayed here tonite. Having a ball
Love,
Trons & Flints

Plastichrome by Colourpicture
P22294

Key Lodge Motel - Key West, Florida

Key Lodge Motel - Key West, Florida


One Block from the Lighthouse
The end of U.S. #1 at Duval Street, Key West,Fla. 24 Modern Units completely Air Conditioned and Heated. Daily Maid Service - Cross Ventilation - Beautiful Tropical Garden with Shuffleboard Court - Running Ice Water - Tile Bathrooms - Private Free Parking on premises - Restaurants, Shopping district and Churches nearby - Ocean Beach within 3 blocks. Cypress 6-9915.
AAA Approved. A Quality Court
Color Photo by Robert F. Wasman

Mailed from Key West, Florida to Mrs. Jim Furman of c/o S.H. Kress Store Sapulpa, Oklahoma on June 1, 1959:

5-31-1959
Hi Friend,
Here we are in Key West, Having a good time, see you in a few days,
Love Rosie Johnston

B & B Photo Shop, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.
A Koppel Card
26397

Tuesday, March 7, 2017

Hotel New Weston - New York, New York

Hotel New Weston - New York, New York


Madison Avenue at 50th Street, New York City. 700 attractive, cheerful rooms. A part of both the Fifth and Park Avenue sections; Rockefeller Center (Radio City) is a block away. Just beyond, begins the famous Broadway Theatre section. A few steps from the door are the better shops of Fifth and Madison Avenues.

Mailed from Grand Central to Mrs. D.A. Anthony of New Bedford, Massachusetts on March 5, 1937:

Staying here, it it a nice hotel
Love, Harriet


Hotel New Weston - New York, New York


Madison Avenue at 50th Street
New York
The best location in New York - close to Theatres, Clubs, Radio City, exclusive shops, the midtown business district and all transportation lines.

Mailed from New York, New York to Mr. & Mrs. Paul Stevens on November 12, 1959:

Thursday AM - we did not get to Penn - I called & Joanie was working & Susan was about to leave for the Airport. We had bad luck at  the Newark Airport. Saw Flow Drum Song last night and will shop around today. Love, Sally

Wednesday, March 1, 2017

Hill Top Motel - St. Petersburg, Florida

Hill Top Motel - St. Petersburg, Florida

"In the Heart of the Sunshine City"
Hill Top Motel
275 34 St. So. - U.S. 191
St. Petersburg, Florida
Phone 5-9957
New, modern rooms with air-conditioning, electric heat and TV - one block from largest shopping center in town that includes famous driftwood cafeteria and several fine restaurants - short ride to Gulf Beaches.

Mailed from St. Petersburg, Florida to Mrs. Laura Kenaga of Goshen, Indiana on February 9, 1959:

Sun eve.
This is where we are tonite going down Fawn's for a few days, how are you these rough winter days,, we sure had a nice warm one today, no coats on to ride, back to Daytona next week. Love, Noble & Hazel
1908 Marylyn Ave.
Daytona Beach, Fla.

Sunday, November 24, 2013

Bel Aire Motel - Albert Lea, Minnesota

Bel Aire Motel - Albert Lea, Minnesota

Albert Lea's Finest
Located west edge of City of Albert Lea Intersection Highways 69-16-13 Open all Year - Baseboard hot water heating Reasonable Rates - Clean and comfortable rooms A. C. - T.V. and Radios - Phones in all units Tourists and Traveling Men Welcome " Gateway to Minnesota's 10,000 Lakes" Edna & Cecil Dishon, Owner - Operators Phone 3983
AAA Approved. Member of the Best Western Motels.

Dated August 30, 1959

Bel Aire Motel - Albert Lea, Minnesota

Albert Lea's Finest
Quietly located west edge of City of Alberta (sic) Lea
Intersection Highways 69-16-13
Open all Year - Baseboard hot water heating - Reasonable Rates - Clean and comfortable rooms - A.C. - TV and Radios - Phone in all units.
Tourists and Traveling Men Welcome
"Gateway to Minnesota's 10,000 Lakes"
AAA Approved. Member of the Best Western Motels
Carol & Dick Thorson
FR 3-3983

Sunday, July 21, 2013

The Rafters Motor Court - Pensacola, Florida

The Rafters Motor Court - Pensacola, Florida

Highway 90 - 3 1/2 Miles West of Pensacola
Air Conditioned - Electric Heat - Tile Showers - TV in Rooms - Comfortably Furnished Rooms - Back from Highway - Near Good Restaurants.
Owned and operated by Bill and Velma McAllister
AAA Approved. Phone GLendale 5-8731

Mailed from Fort Walton Beach, Florida to Mrs. Laura Kenaga of Goshen, Indiana on June 1, 1959:

Dear Mom,
Well we stayed in Florida last night. Got up this morning and its raining. Went to a laundry and washed & dryed our clothes last night. No way to iron but they are clean. Well we must go eat breakfast.

Thursday, May 2, 2013

The Casablanca - Miami Beach, Florida

Casablanca Hotel - Miami Beach, Florida

On the Ocean in the Fashionable Sixties
Miami Beach Newest and Most Beautiful Hotel

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mrs. Adah Gibson of Cleveland, Ohio on July 10, 1957:

Hello honey:
Here I am baking in the hot sun like a lobster. Will be in A.C. Sunday nite & Newport Mon. Am leaving here Sunday. Sorry didn't get a chance to call. Hope you're feeling fine, my tan is ruined, over did it. With all my love, Write to A.C. Mary Glendale
115 S. Missouri
Atlantic City, NJ

Color Photograph by H.W. Hannau, Maimi Beach
U.S. Colorprint - 605 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach, Florida - Harrison Color Process


The Casablanca - Miami Beach, Florida

Completely Air Conditioned
Directly on the Ocean at 63rd St.
Miami Beach
368 Luxurious Rooms and Penthouses—Two Magnificent Swimming Pools—400 ft. of white-sand. Private Beach—Solaria—Sun Decks. Nightly Entertainment in the Intimate Montmartre Lounge and Fabulous Club Morocco—Open year ‘round—Free TV in every room.

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mrs. Josephine Brissman and Elvi of Leominster, Massachusetts on February 12, 1959:

Dear Folks -
We are enjoying the good Florida sunshine and getting a good rest.
Lovingly, Agnes

Casablanca Hotel - Miami Beach, Florida

One of the outstanding hotels along famous Hotel Row, Collins Avenue, Miami Beach is the CASABLANCA.

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Majer Lewhowicz of Montreal, Quebec on February 22, 1966:

Lieber Mayer/Hermine,

Wie geht es euch hoffe gut wis macht das Wetter bei euch. This ist seid drie Juge nicht besonders sehr winde un Bewolkt und Regen. Lieber Mujer homme am sumslag Pliege bon hi weg 3 1/2 kkomme heim mit Janise weil in diese Zeit hatt Gehard Preine Zeit zum abhollen weil ist samstag er fang fruh und arbeithern.
Seid herliche Gegrisst, Emma

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

The Fontainebleau Hotel - Miami Beach, Florida

The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

The fabulous new Fontainebleau Hotel, glittering like a jewel in the tropical night at Miami Beach, Florida

Fontainebleau Hotel - Miami Beach, Florida

New Fontainbleau (sic) Hotel, between Indian Creek and the Atlantic Ocean, Miami Beach, Florida.

Mailed from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Mr. J.L. Johnson of Ewing, Kentucky on May 16, 1954:

Sat. A.M.
Dear Uncle Bud,
We appreciated your nice letter so much. I talked to Billie last night, she said she hadn't seen you for a while, but was going to right away we will be up before too long and plan on visiting with you. I will let you know when we will be there. Hope you are feeling better. Don't try to do too much. Take it easy. I have some sewing I want to do before we leave for up there. Love, Marie

Fontainebleau Hotel - Miami Beach, Florida

Dominating the Miami Beach Skyline is the fabulous oceanfront hotel, the new Fontainebleau, world's largest Resort Hotel, Cabana and Yacht Club. The Picture shows also the beautiful formal gardens of the great hotel.

Mailed from Miami Beach to Mrs. James Doyle of May's Lick, Kentucky on July 18, 1956:

Tues. P.M.
Mommy - The front hotel picture - that's where Eliz. and Edith are staying; that's where the convention sessions will be held. We came to Miami Beach last night; have spent the day swimming in the pool, ocean and slept this afternoon. While it rained. Having a great time. Eliz and  Edith are giving me a time.

The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

Fabulous Fontainebleau Hotel on Miami Beach, Florida

Mailed from San Juan, Puerto Rico to Sturgis, Michigan on March 18, 1957:

Dear Mother,
Having fine time. Weather lovely - Leaving San Juan in a few minutes. Plan to get home late Monday nite. Hope things are going well with all of you.
Love, Betty

The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

Fabulous Fontainebleau Hotel
Miami Beach, Florida

Mailed from Miami, Florida to Mr. and Mrs. James Mitchell of Columbus 14, Ohio on May 9, 1957:

May 9
Dear Friends
We are enjoying our stay in Miami. Drove to Key West yesterday. Mrs. Martin and Meta say they were very happy you stopped.
Mary R.

The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

The world's most fabulous resort Hotel Cabana and Yacht Club. Largest and newest at Miami Beach.

Mailed from Hollywood, Florida to Miss Helen Schaeffer of Union, New Jersey on November 7, 1957:

Hi Helen,
Now I can see why you liked Fla. waters, we love it here. Twas 84° today in the shade. Will phone later.
Aunt Babe and Geo.

Robert A. Leahey
Lusterchrome

The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

America's largest and finest resort hotel, cabana and yacht club, on the former Firestone estate...a masterpiece of design, air-conditioned comfort, and hospitality supreme, curving majestically above the ocean and bay.
Oceanfront, 44th to 47th Streets
Miami Beach, Florida
OPEN ALL YEAR

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mrs. Maureen Sendlinger of South Bend, Indiana on June 6, 1958:

Dear Friend:
Doctors of chiropractic from all over America are enjoying the National Chiropractic Convention at the Fontainebleau Hotel here in Miami Beach this week.
Outstanding leaders and educators are conducting scientific seminars and panel discussion on chiropractic technic, public health, X-ray, physiotherapy, psycho-therapy, and other scientific subjects which will prepare us to better serve you upon our return to the office.
Home about Dr. Wilcox.

The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

Dominating the Miami Beach skyline is the fabulous oceanfront hotel, the new Fontainebleau, world's largest resort Hotel, Cabana and Yacht Club.

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mr. & Mrs. D. Dearringer & Carol of Easton, Pennsylvania on May 28, 1959:

Hi,
Well, here we are having a marvelous time! We took a cruise on a boat similar to the one on this card. We were out for about one hour yesterday on the ocean cruise. It was really nice!
See you soon,
Betty and Johnny


The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

The Fabulous Fontainebleau Hotel
Miami Beach, Florida

Mailed from Hollywood, Florida to Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Overly of Huntington, Indiana on  January 24, 1962:

Jan 23
We appreciated receiving your card at holiday time. It meant much to me personally. I received good wishes from several brothers who had seen the reference to me in the Calendar. I also got a nice floral piece from Amity Lodge. Ovid Holmes former of Htgn. & now living in Pompano Beach near here called on me personally, having seen my name in the Calendar. It's a wide world, and it's nice to be remembered when you've been in the hospital. Am getting along O.K. & feeling fine.
Lucille & Eldon


Fontainebleau Hotel - Miami Beach, Florida

Fontainebleau Hotel at Miami Beach, Florida

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mr. J.L. Johnson on Ewing, Kentucky on July 16, 1963:

7-15-63
Dear Dad - We had a nice flight down - it was a sellout. The weather is warm outside but the meeting rooms are COLD! Plan to call Mildred McWilliams, if I can reach her. - Mary

The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

Hotel, Cabana and Yacht Club
America' finest and most complete resort featuring 1,000 luxuriously appointed guest rooms, 4 tennis courts, putting greens, golf at exclusive country club...1,000 feet of beach, 300 cabanas, two swimming pools..."Holiday" Award cuisine.
Oceanfront, 44th to 47th Streets
Miami Beach, Florida

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Debbie Bolecz of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania on August 2, 1963:

GREETINGS!
Here for the convention of DANCE MASTERS OF AMERICA. - It's the greatest! Fondly, Miss Jeanne

Fontainebleau Hotel - Miami Beach, Florida

Olympic Size Swimming Pool at Fabulous Fontainebleau Hotel
Miami Beach, Florida.

The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

The lush and beautiful gardens of the fabulous Fontainbleau (sic) Hotel.

The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

Hotel, Cabana and Yacht Club
America's finest and most complete resort featuring 1,000 luxuriously appointed guest rooms . . . 4 tennis courts, putting greens, golf at exclusive country club, Bowling Lanes, Billiard Room, Ice Skating Rink . . . 1,000 feet of beach, 300 cabanas, two swimming pools . . . "Holiday" Award cuisine.
Oceanfront, 44th to 47th Streets
Miami beach, Florida

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mr. & Mrs. John Neate of Upper Sandusky, Ohio on July 10, 1965:

Dear Etta and John,
The prices here for board and room are O.K but the tips are killing me. Best wishes
Leo and Ruth

The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

Featuring 14 acres of resort pleasure, world-famous Hotel Fontainebleu has won international acclaim for its superb service and facilities. 1,000 rooms. Complimentary golf, tennis, ice-skating, bowling, billiards and galas in the evening.

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Joan Somervell c/o L.T. Kinsell of Newfield, New Jersey on May 7, 1967:

A Curteichcolor Card
4DK-1517

The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

The original "Surfside 6",with the famous Fontainebleau Hotel in background,as seen on TV nationwide. Courtesy of Surfside 6 - Floating House, Inc. "Builders and Designers of Distinctive Homes That Float", Miami Beach, Florida.

The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

World famous "Fontainebleau", largest and newest hotel in Miami Beach, Florida

Florida Natural Color
Koppel Color Cards
FNC3328
12615

The Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

America's premiere resort hotel featuring 1,300 feet of beach, 3 swimming pools, 1,288 luxurious rooms, and the world's most modern Spa facility. Complimentary golf, tennis, ice-skating, bowling, billiards and galas in the evening.

A Curteichcolor Card
Number: 9DK-759

Hotel Fontainebleau - Miami Beach, Florida

The world's most beautiful Hotel, Spa and Country Club
La Ronde - Club Gigi - Poodle Lounge - Fleur de Lis Dining Room - Boom-Boom Lounge - Chez Bon Bon - Tennis Club - Spa - Championship Golf Course - 1300 Feet of Beach - 3 Pools - Beach Cafe

Saturday, September 1, 2012

Shelburne Inn Motel - Shelburne, New Hampshire

Shelburne Inn Motel - Shelburne, New Hampshire

Five miles east of Gorham on the Presidential Highway, U.S. Route 2. Heart of the famous Shelburne White Birches - Gateway of the White Mountains.
Phone 49-21 - Excellent Food

Dated Oct 11th, 1959:
Oct. 11, '59
Stayed at cottage here overnite & supper her at Shelburne Inn Motel.

Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Americana - Miami Beach, Florida



Oceanfront Bal Harbour, Miami Beach, Florida
The new Americana Hotel in Bal Harbour (Miami Beach), Fla., features 475 luxurious guest rooms, amid 10 acres of verdant, tropical landscaping, along 600 feet of private oceanfront. A complete city withing itself, the Americana includes a shopping plaza, series of fine dining areas and one of the nation's most beautiful night clubs.

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mrs. Marie Kenney of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on October 24, 1957:

Dear Marie:
This is a fabulous place and we are really living it up. See you soon. Love, Lila & Paul


Dominating the skyline of Miami Beach, Florida, is the fabulous ocean front hotel, The new Americana.

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mrs. Robert Nash of Peru, Indiana on March 28, 1958:

Hello,
This is really a beautiful place and so far the water is fine. Our flight down on a 92 passenger plane was perfect. It only takes 4 1/2 hrs from Indpls. Sorry I'll miss seeing you during vacation.
Love to all, Jo




Beautiful Americana Hotel with its newest addition, Bal Harbour, Miami Beach, Florida.

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mr. D.V. Kenny c/o American Mineral Spirits Co. of Murray Hill, New Jersey on October 19, 1959:

Say Boss
You think this hotel is nice, you should see the one I am staying at. I hope everything is going alright. I know with Bob there they couldn't be anything but alright. Say hellau to everyone for me and I'll see you in a couple of months.
Sully




Oceanfront at 98th Street - Bal Harbour, Miami Beach
One of the world's famous resort hotels...the magnificent Americana features the award-winning cuisine of the Gaucho Steak House, Dominican Coffee House, Bal Masque Supper Club and Carioca Lounge. An outdoor pool and all-weather enclosed pool are part of the delightful cabana and garden area.

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mrs. Ella Jelenski of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on April 18, 1960:

I suppose you have heard of Pat's illness. He drove us down here for the bridge tournaments. Give my regards to Curtis girls. Drop me a line and tell me all the news. Maggie




Oceanfront at 97th Street - Bal Harbour, Miami Beach
One of the world's famous resort hotels...the magnificent Americana features the award-winning cuisine of the Gaucho Steak House, Dominican Coffee House, Bal Masque Supper Club and Carioca Lounge. An outdoor pool and all-weather enclosed pool are part of the delightful cabana and garden area.



Oceanfront at 97th Street
Bal Harbour, Miami Beach
One of the world's most famous resort hotels...the magnificent Americana features the award-winning cuisine of the Gaucho Steak House, Dominion Coffee House, Bal Masque Supper Club and Carioca Lounge. An outdoor pool and all-weather enclosed pool are part of the delightful cabana and garden area.



Americana Hotel in Bal Harbor
Miami Beach, Florida

Mailed from Miami, Floridato Mrs. Lena Gile of Westville, New Hampshire on March 12, 1965:

3/12/65
You would enjoy this wonderful sunshine. Had a nice trip down with Becky and Charlie.
Lovingly,
Ollie & Lit



The Americana Hotel and Hotel Row in Bal Harbour.
Miami Beach, Florida

Mailed from Miami, Florida to Mr. & Mrs. Horace Hicks of Indianapolis on August 27, 1969:

Wonderful trip here and wonderful time also. See you in time for picnic.
Syl & Lena

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

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

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