Broadway Hotel - Cincinnati, Ohio

Fourth and Broadway
On Routes 25, 42, 74, 50, 27, 52, 125
250 Fine Rooms and Bachelor Apartments
All with Tubs and Shower
All Fireproof
Complete Hotel Service
Cocktail Bar and Dining Room
Parking - Rates from $3.50
American Hotel Association

Mailed from Cincinnati, Ohio to Bertha McCabe of New Weston, Ohio on May 13, 1961:

How are you Bertha! Long time no see! no hear! ha. Anyway I do enjoy hearing from you. If I can't get up to visit you. Write me. Bernice

C.T. Art-Colortone by Curt Teich

Holiday Inn - Hammond, Indiana

4000 Calumet Avenue near the Indiana Toll Road
Comfort, convenience and warm, friendly service are always yours at the Holiday Inn of Hammond.

Mailed from Hammond, Indiana to Mr. W.V. Entrekin of Ellisville, Mississippi on August 14, 1961:

Hi - We're fine. Seeing sights and having fun. We are here at Holiday Inn tonight. Will be in Chicago tomorrow.
Love, Sue & Nells

Holiday Inn - Beaumont, Texas

Located at Eleventh Street
Intersection of Hwy. 90, 96, 69, 287
Telephone: TW 2-2222
Restaurant - Free TV - Swimming Pool - Wall-to-Wall Carpet
Beaumont, Texas

Mailed from Beaumont, Texas to Miss Lottie Paine of Coral Gables, Florida on June 13, 1961:

Dear Lottie and Elanor,
We are here in Beaumont, Tex. On out way home - will see Joyce & family this afternoon in Covington, LA and then home. We've had a wonderful trip. Love to you both,
Norma E. Jackson

Curteichcolor Card

U.S. Highway 90 By-Pass
Intersection of U.S. Hwys. 69, 96 & 287
Post Office No. 2031
Whether you stay a night or a week, you will never enjoy it more than at Holiday Inn. Dine in the beautiful Chateaubriand Room.

Curteichcolor Card
7DK-240

St. Clair Motel - Pell City, Alabama

A Quiet and Convenient Night's Rest.

Mailed from Pell City, Alabama to Mrs. Gertrude Borgman of Kalamazoo 50, Michigan on November 29, 1961:

From Gilbert
See you soon be good. I will send you moor cards soon.

Safari Motel - Tucumcari, New Mexico

East on JHighway 66]
Tucumcari, New Mexico
23 lovely, well-furnished units, TV, Tubs and Showers; Room Phones; Carpeted; Refrigerated Air-Conditioning; New Throughout. Heated Pool. Phone 1660
Owned-Managed by Mr. & Mrs. George Strause. AAA Approved. Member of the Best Western Motels.

Mailed from Amarillo, Texas to Miss Lorraine Bedalon of Collinsville, Illinois on October 31, 1961:

Hi Lorraine: By the time you get this card we'll be home. It will either be Wed. niite or Thurs. morning. Writing this while driving Mon. morn. ready to go thru Texas in few minutes. Will be glad to get to St. Louis. - Ted & Mil.

Deane Studio, Tucumcari, NM
Dexter Press
47343-B

Mont Chateau - Cheat Lake, West Virginia

One of West Virginia's three modern state park lodges. Located on beautiful Cheat Lake, eight miles from Morgantown. Contains 55 guest rooms and a spacious dining room overlooking the lake. Open all year.

Mailed from Morgantown, West Virginia to Mr. & Mrs. W.B. Bartels of Columbus, Ohio on October 25, 1961:

Dear Folks - This is a beautiful & restful place to stay & we'll be here 2 nights. The color is at its height and we have been outdoors a good deal. Most of these new lodges are 2 floors high & take about 100 guests - Hope you are well. We'll be glad to see all of you soon.
Love, George & Ruth

Aladdin Hotel and Casino - Las Vegas, Nevada

The alluring new Aladdin Hotel, rich in luster of the Arabian Nights, now casts its magnificent glow over the Las Vegas Strip. Spread like a jeweled cluster over 35 acres of desert oasis, the Aladdin unveils its magic carpet to a multitude of luxurious rooms, sparkling entertainment in the Bagdad Room and dancing and gourmet dining-pleasures in the elegant Sabre Room. Complete convention facilities, four swimming pools and the finest par-3 golf course in the West complete this myriad of unmatched Las Vegas splendor.



The alluring new Aladdin Hotel, rich in luster of the Arabian Nights, now casts its magnificent glow over the Las Vegas Strip. Spread like a jeweled cluster over 35 acres of desert oasis, the Aladdin unveils its magic carpet to a multitude of luxurious rooms, sparkling entertainment in the Bagdad Room and dancing and gourmet dining-pleasures in the elegant Sabre Room. Complete convention facilities, four swimming pools and the finest par-3 golf course in the West complete this myriad of unmatched Las Vegas splendor.



The alluring new Aladdin Hotel, rich in luster of the Arabian Nights, now casts its magnificent glow over the Las Vegas Strip. Spread like a jeweled cluster over 35 acres of desert oasis, the Aladdin unveils its magic carpet to a multitude of luxurious rooms, sparkling entertainment in the Bagdad Room and dancing and gourmet dining-pleasures in the elegant Sabre Room. Complete convention facilities, four swimming pools and the finest par-3 golf course in the West complete this myriad of unmatched Las Vegas splendor.



"On the Strip"
One of the most uniquely designed additions to the fabulous "Las Vegas Strip Hotels" is the luxurious Aladdin. Modern design for casino and restaurants, with "old English" prevailing throughout the Hotel. 24-hour fun and action with exciting entertainment awaits all visitors.

Imperial Motel & Restaurant - Bordentown, New Jersey

One Mile from Exit 7, Rt. 206 South
"Atlantic City Route"
Air-Conditioned - Free TV - Pool
Restaurant on Premises
Nearest AAA Motel to Fort Dix & McGuire
Major Credit Cards Honored

Mailed from Bordentown, New Jersey to Mrs. Homer Andrews of Boonville, New York on May 10, 1961:

Dear Dorothy,
I'll be thinking of you often this week. Do hope all turns out well. The worst will be the first 4 days, then you will be a new gal., Tell Homer to let us know as I'll be so anxious to hear. Good luck!
Margaret & Joe

Homowack Lodge - Spring Glen, New York

Open The Year Round
Spring Glen, Sullivan Co., N.Y.
Phones: Ellenville 750-751
Cit Phone: BRyant 9-4838
Fabulous Glass Enclosed Swimming Pool and Health Club. Indoor Swimming, Indoor Sun..bad weather can't spoil Vacation Fun! Also Magnificent Outdoor Pool, Private Lake. Orchestra. Entertainment, every summer-winter activity. Completely heated and air-conditioned.

Mailed from Spring Glen, New York to Howard Fleischmann of East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania on February 6, 1961:

Hi Howard:
You would love this swimming pool. You look out and see 3 feet of snow. Love, Mommy and Daddy




Open The Year Round
Spring Glen, Sullivan Co., N.Y.
Phones: Ellenville 750-751
Cit Phone: BRyant 9-4838
Fabulous Glass Enclosed Swimming Pool and Health Club. Indoor Swimming, Indoor Sun..bad weather can't spoil Vacation Fun! Also Magnificent Outdoor Pool, Private Lake. Orchestra. Entertainment, every summer-winter activity. Completely heated and air-conditioned.

Mailed from Spring Glen, New York to Carol Fleischmann of East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania on February 6, 1961:

Hi Carol:
You would love this nice skating ring. Be a good girl!
Love Mommy and Daddy

Home Ranch Motel - Cheyenne, Wyoming

When visiting Cheyenne, the Home of Frontier Days, be sure to stop at Cheyenne's newest and finest Home Ranch Motel on east Lincolnway (Hiway 30), only 3 minutes from downtown. 32 ultra modern units, TV, phones in each room, air conditioning, wall to wall carpeting. Quiet - away from trucks and trains. Restaurants close by. AAA Approved.

Mailed from Cheyenne, Wyoming to Mrs. Henry H. Groff of Roslindale, Massachusetts on August 21, 1961:

Dear Eva,
We are almost to S.L. City. I hoped until Thurs P.M. I would get to go V.T. with you, but things didn't get done in time. Do you think you call on the ones who live close enough? With love, Nora.

Sanborn Souvenir Co., Inc.
Dexter Press

Goff Motel - Melbourne, Florida

AAAA - Associated Accommodations Across America
GOFF MOTEL
"Always a Friendly Welcome"
In City limits on U.S. #1
Melbourne, Florida
100% Air Conditioned - Hot Water Heated - Swimming Pool - Tiled Showers - Room television (Optional) - Restaurants Nearby.

Mailed from Daytona Beach, Florida to Mr. & Mrs. P. Grimm of South Bend, Indiana on December 26, 1961:

Hi Mammy & Papy,
We are on our way home. Received a call last nite from Jeannette telling us that Alice Marion's wife had a stroke & the doctors say there is no hope for her - She is in St. Joe Hospital - I hope all is well with you.
Love, Spike & Felice


Sterling's - Melbourne, Florida
36703

Coffee Pot Motor Hotel - Blythe, California

U.S. 60-70 West Side - Blythe, California - Phone 6375
Recommended by AAA - Tops in Stops - Auto Club of Southern California.
Coffee "On the House" 6 a.m. - 11 a.m.
28 quiet modern units, cooled by refrigeration - Tile Tub and Shower Combination - Telephones - Electric Heat - Wall to Wall carpet - Filtered Swimming Pool.
Owner Operators

Bert Watts Photo Gift Shop
James J. Gillick & Co.



1 Mile West on Highway 60-70 Blythe, Calif.
Phone 6375
Coffee "On the House" 6 a.m. - 11 a.m.
28 quiet Modern Units - Cooled By refrigeration - Tile Tub and Shower Combinations - Telephones - Electric Heat - Wall to Wall Carpet - Filtered Swimming Pool - Television. AAA Approved. Diners' Club Accepted. Member of Congress of Motor Hotels.

Mailed from Blythe, California to Miss Eunice Berry of Portland, Maine on February 22, 1961:

Dear Eunice,
Thank you so much for Wendy's valentine. She loved putting the cute skirts on her valentine girl.
We just spent two days in Palm Springs & are now headed for Phoenix for two days. We came here to get warm & it was today - 82 degrees - the swimming was wonderful. Wish we could send some of this sunshine back to you. We're taking a week's vacation now for the first time in February & we like it. Love, Evelyn.

Bert Watts, California
Dexter Press
10032-B

Barbizon-Plaza Hotel - New York, New York

Barbizon-Plaza Hotel, famed for its Continental hospitality, its breath-taking view of Central Park, its atmosphere of charm. Forty stories of modern luxurious accommodations - 100% ELECTRONICALLY AIR CONDITIONED. Ideal midtown location - within strolling distance of theatres, Radio City and Fifth Avenue shops.

Mailed from New York, New York to Dr. & Mrs. A.V. Getchell of Dorchester, Massachusetts on September 11, 1961:

Sunday
Arrived safely. New York is hot, but happily the hotel is air-conditioned and the view of Central Park lovely.
Went to heliport today for a helicopter ride. It circles Statue of Liberty and goes by Brooklyn Bridge. Too noisy for a long trip, but fun for a short ride.
Hope all is well
Love, Blanche

No known publisher or number

Aristocrat Motel - Hollywood-by-the-Sea, Florida

The new Aristocrat Motel showing Pool, Hollywood-by-the-Sea, Florida

Mailed from Hollywood, Florida to Mrs. Rose Hanley of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on April 17, 1961:

Dear Mary and Rose,
I'm writing to both in Phila I presume Mary is still in Phila. - This is where we are staying. Our room is facing ocean. Really beautiful here. I hope you are getting all my cards, Very beneficial for my healthy. In swimming to-day
Bernard

Florida Natural Color, Inc.
A Koppel Color Card
FNC-4180
39817

Conoco Motel, Cafe & Service Station - Grand Island, Nebraska

West U.S. 30 Grand Island, Nebraska
Lovely new brick units within city limits. Telephones, tiled baths, all rooms fully carpeted, refrigerated air-conditioning and hot water heat thermostatically controlled in each room.
Both Motel and Dining Room recommended by AAA, Duncan Hines and Best Western. FREE television - FREE ice Cubes Phone DU 4-27000
Color Photo by Jack Bailey Studio, Grand Island Nebr. Dunlapp-Henline Distributors, North Platte, NE. 219111L3
 

West U.S. 30
Grand Island, Nebraska
Lovely new brick units within city limits. Telephones, tiled baths, all rooms fully carpeted, refrigerated air-conditioning and hot water heat thermostatically controlled in each room. Both Motel and Dining Room recommended by AAA, Duncan Hines and Best Western.
FREE television - FREE ice Cubes
Phone DU 4-27000
Color Photo by Jack Bailey Studio, Grand Island Nebr.

Mailed from Grand Island, Nebraska to Miss Mirian Benton at the Accounting Division of Continental Ill. Nat'l Bank in Chicago, Illinois on July 5, 1961:
Hi:
Here's the card from Nebraska, a picture of the motel we are staying at perhaps a few days while visiting here. Am heading for Casper, Wyoming. Hello to all!
Roger




On Highway U.S. 30

Am-Can Motel - Rouses Point, New York

Twin or Double Beds - Tub & Shower Bath
Open year around
500 ft. from Bathing Beach
Ingalls & Wright, Proprietors
AAA Approved

Mailed from De Ruyter, New York to Mary Tripp of Jacksonville, New York on August 7, 1961:

We went to the seaway. Stayed at this place. On to Plattsburg and down the entire length of Lake Champlain and Fort Ticonderofa. Then to S. Springs, Balson Spa,  776 miles trip. C & G

H.H. La Fontaine
Lake Shore Road, Plattsburgh, New York
Dexter Press
12489-B

STATUS: Unsure. Can't find it anywhere.

Hotel Sherman / Sherman House - Chicago, Illinois

1700 Rooms with Bath
Randolph, Clark
Lasalle and Lake St.

1450 rooms - 1450 baths - 1000 things to see and do inside this great hotel - Chicago's celebrity hotel...located at Randolph - Clark - Lake & La Salle Streets

Mailed from Chicago, Illinois to Mr. Theodore Telander of Kewanee, Illinois on September 5, 1951:

High Fritz:
Doing some buying this week. Hope your O.K.
Yours, Henry

La Salle and Randolph

Exotic Panther Room and Malaya Room of the College Inn...Great Swing Masters...Flaming Sword Dinner

Red, White and Blue Rooms

"Home of the College Inn..."
Still Chicago's most up-to-the-minute hotel, with 1,000 things to see and do...1,450 rooms - with private bath....drive right into the Hotel Sherman garage.

Tommy Bartlett's "Welcome Travelers" Party - College Inn, Hotel Sherman
Chicago
Visit "Well of the Sea" seafood showplace of the nation. Ask your grocer for College Inn Food Products.



The new Greyhound Bus Terminal, completed in 1953, is located in the hear of the Loop, Chicago's downtown district. In addition to serving as the bus terminal it houses a shopping arcade. The 1,400-room Sherman, site of many conventions, is in the background.
Color photo by Egon Berka, Chicago, Ill.

Looking west on Randolph Street, Greyhound Bus Terminal in the foreground. The Sherman House is in the heart of the Loop, on Randolph and Clark Streets.

Cameo Greeting Cards
Color Photo by Howard Leibman
Plastichrome by Colourpicture
P54377

The Sherman House offers a wondrous world of facilities...five great restaurants and banquet and meeting accommodations for 20 or up to 2,000. When you visit, dine at the Celtic, College Inn-Porterhouse or Well of the Sea. Great Restaurants.

1501 rooms with bath - 1001 things to see and do inside this great hotel. Chicago's celebrity hotel...located at Randolph, Clark and La Salle streets. Chicago's most convenient hotel.
Chicago's only Loop Hotel with Drive-In garage

Mailed from Chicago, Illinois to Mr. W. Ogleby of Astoria, Long Island, New York on May 13, 1961:

5/12/61
Hello, Walt. Still going along! Jim

Shore Lodge - McCall, Idaho

In the background, LONG VALLEY. One of Idaho's many beautiful and rich Vallies. Noted for its Alsike Clover Seed, Seed Potatoes, Summer Pastures for thousands of Cattle and Sheep. The Mountains are rich with timber.



Located on the shores of beautiful Payette Lakes, on the the Pacific Northwest's leading resort area. Boating - Water Skiing - beach Sports.

Mailed from McCall, Idaho to Misses Lottie & Marie Dosch of Washington, Indiana on March 15, 1961:

3-15-61
This is a beautiful spot - although at present it is covered with snow but a few of us are having a short respite from out duties and I want to greet you for P's & St J's days, my precious sisters. I trust you have kept well during these weeks. This p.m. we may visit the forest service and see where they make parachutes for the "smoke jumpers." Each morning we've had a lovely walk in the snow having brought our galoshes with us - it's fun. God love you - always your own Lecture Week!
Mary Fabian

The Pines Hotel - South Fallsburg, New York

Open all year. A fabulous resort hotel - elevator service - regulation 9 hole Sportsman gold course on premises. Open the year round. Fabulous indoor pool and health club.



A Fabulous Resort Hotel - Elevator Service
New "Sportsman" Golf
Course on Premises



New Artificial Year Round
Indoor-Outdoor Skating Rink
3 Ski Slopes
Double Chair Lift - We Make Snow.

Mailed from Patterson, New Jersey to Mr. and Mrs. Nick Pargeens of South Pasadena, Florida on October 11, 1961:

Dear Win and Nick,
Enjoying our 3 day vacation here. The weather is beautiful. We roller skated, played ping pong, went to the indoor pool and ate and ate and ate. The food here is fabulous. Hope you are both well. Love, John and Jo.

Steingart Associates

Ramada Inn - Phoenix, Arizona

BR 5-7878
MAIN LOBBY. Largest, most luxurious roadside hotel in the Southwest. 300 rooms. 100% Refrigerated. Olympic pool. 24-hr. Coffee Shop. Cocktails. Putting Green. Miniature railroad. FULL CONVENTION FACILITIES. Banquet room for 1,000. Free teletype reservations to and from all Ramada and Flamingo hotels.

Mailed from Phoenix, Arizona to Miss Nancy Diedering on New Holstein, Wisconsin on December 27, 1961:

Hi,
How is the cold weather? It's nice & warm down here. Ha, Ha. How do like the luxury of this place. Pretty nice, huh? Boy, what a riot. Romped all over the country. You should see all the mountains around here. Say hi to Jeanne.
Hank


The finest in Phoenix, where the ultimate in resort hotel living is offered as "Luxury for Less"... 302 rooms, spacious banquet facilities surrounding azure pools and kiddie playground...Candlelight Lounge and Camellia Room for dining.
3801 East Van Buren St.
Phoenix, Arizona

Mailed from Phoenix, Arizona to Mr. & Mrs. John Berkhof of Grand Rapids, Michigan on February 25, 1966:

2/25/66
Dear friend,
We had a real nice trip and are enjoying wonderful weather here. We think "Valley of the Sun" is the right name for the area.
Sincerely, Cindy & Jack

The finest in Phoenix, where the ultimate in resort hotel living is offered as "Luxury for Less"
302 rooms, spacious banquet facilities surrounding azure pools and kiddie playground.
Candlelight Lounge, Chez Bon Coffee Shop and Empire Room for dining.
3801 East Van Buren St., Phoenix, Arizona 85008



The finest in Phoenix, where the ultimate in resort hotel living is offered as "Luxury for Less"
302 rooms, spacious banquet facilities surrounding azure pools and kiddie playground.
Candlelight Lounge, Chez Bon Coffee Shop and Camellia Room for dining.
3801 East Van Buren St., Phoenix, Arizona 85008