El Rancho Motel and Restaurant - St. Albans, West Virginia

 

On U.S. Highway 60
AAA Approved - Recommended by Duncan Hines
A Little of the West Back East
Dated 4-27-1962

The Diamond Match Co.

Smith's Stone Motel - Davis, West Virginia

At Blackwater Falls, Davis, W. Va. Elevation 3200 feet - famous mountain scenery - Summer recreation - trout fishing - hiking swimming - hunting - game - deer - bear - Grouse - turkey - squirrel. Winter activities - skiing - skating - reasonable rates - complete homes furnished with modern baths and kitchens. Phone 72X1. Owned and Operated by Mr. and Mrs. G.P. Smith.

Mailed from Davis, West Virginia to Misses Nelle & Lena Davis of Parkersburg, West Virginia on August 23, 1962:

These are nor from Gma's - Now that the Blk. Water Falls is a State Park - it is quite popular - Have you had your vacation? Love, Sara.

Naturecraft
Dextone
61492

The Carolina - Pinehurst, North Carolina

Portion of Lobby at THE CAROLINA - Pinehurst, North Carolina
Mailed from Pinehurst, New Jersey to Mr. Joseph Mendoza of Dayton 6, Ohio on March 26, 1962:

Dear Grandfather,
You would really love it here. The flowers and trees are beautiful. I hate to go home. Everything has been perfect. Love, Sue.

Edward D. Hipple
Dexter Press
38018-B

Frontier Motel - Rupert, Idaho

New - Modern - Garages
Junction Hwy. 30  25
Rupert, Idaho

Mailed from Montpelier, Idaho to Miss Eileen Rathe of Kearney, Nebraska on June 26, 1962:

Hi -
What a terrible hot day! Not much traffic but warm. I stopped here at 3:00 as it was to warm to go further. Will do the same if the weather is the same. Plan to start early so must retire now. Love, Carol.

L.L. Bunnell
Koppel Card
43544

Thomas Motel, Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge - Ormond Beach, Florida

Nationally Known as "The Worst in the South"
600 S. U.S. No. 1
Ormond Beach, California
4 miles north of Daytona Beach, Fla. 32 rooms. The most modern Architecture- masonry motel units finest in Beautyrest mattresses-carpeted floors-hot water heat-air conditioned rooms optional-free radios-tile baths-near Most famous beach-golf courses-beautifully landscaped-exquisitely furnished-TV-George & June Thomas, Owner-Mgrs. Tel. ORange 7-4711

Mailed from Miami, Florida to Mrs. Stella Bobanska of Chicago, Illinois on August 8, 1962:

Having a swell time here in Florida. Going to Miami, Mary & Chester

Dexter Press
31740-B

The Goldman - Pleasantdale, West Orange, New Jersey

Indoor pool and outdoor pool and Cabana Club. Air-Conditioned.

Mailed from New York, New York to Mr. & Mrs. B. Naslau of Seattle, Washington on July 26, 1962:

Dear Friends,
We hope you & the family are all in excellent health and enjoying a very fine summer. We are so happy to see our children & also spread some time with mother. Our very best to all of you. Bobbi & Eleanor

Superchrome by Bill Bard Associates
A Koppel Card
34808

River's Edge Tourist Park - North Fort Myers, Florida

Air-Conditioned Motel
Efficiencies - Cottages - Trailers
North and Edison Bridge, Tamiami Trail
Nort Ft. Myers, Florida
Fine Fishing - Private Pier - Shuffleboard
Tel. WYadotte 5-4188
Herman J. and Mildred H. Richardson, Owners
John J. Richardson, Manager

Mailed from Fort Myers, Florida to D.S. Ralston of Earlham, Iowa on November 30, 1962:

Dear Brother,
Thanks for the pictures. Do you know when they were taken? Has been raining here this morning, clearing now. A good letter from Dolly. I have written Hoe. Time slips past. Here a month already. We get the D.M. Register two to three days late. Had a nice Thanksgiving dinner. Percy at a luncheon now.
Frank

Orton Court and Restaurant - Wilmington, North Carolina

3 miles South of Wilmington, N.C. on Highway 17, 74 and 76. New and modern, electric Thermadore heat, private baths, Air-conditioned. Telephone RO 2-9296.

Mailed from Wilmington, North Carolina to Mrs. Alma Hawly of St. Petersburg, Florida on November 18, 1962:

Hi Mom,
We arrived around 2:45 Monday. Looks like we will be here till at least over the week end/ The on to Turquay Springs. Will keep in touch on the trips. Hope you are OK anf feel lots better, Love, Mae & Bob

Universal Color Photo, Wilmington, N.C.
Made by Dexter
76013

Natural Bridge Motor Inn - Natural Bridge, Virginia

View from Porch of Hotel, showing Rockbridge Center and Entrance to Bridge

Mailed from Natural Bridge, Virginia to Mrs. Dan Jarvis of Wickenburg, Arizona on September 10, 1962:

Ho - Still rainy but warm. We are going to Richmond then Washington. Spent 2 nights with Eva Howard the visit.
(Shorthand)

Pub. by Natural Bridge of Virginia, Inc.
Lusterchrome by Tichnor Bros.
Number unknown

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.

House of Ludington - Escanaba, Michigan

223 Ludington Street
Escanaba, Michigan
Hotel - 70 rooms - Bath or Shower - Overlooking Bay de Noc. Only glass elevator north of the Mason Dixon Line.

Copyright 1962, The L.L. Cook Co.
61915

Hotel Yellowstone - Pocatello, Idaho

Main and Bonneville, Pocatello, Idaho
CEdar 3-4811
City Center - One block from bus station. Airport limousine service. Free parking, children free, commercial men welcome. Coffee Shop, Day & Night Drug Store, Cocktail Lounge, Free Television Theatre.

Mailed from Pocatello, Idaho to Mrs. John Lott of Valley City, North Dakota on August 27, 1962:

Hi - Mother,
Came to Pocatello, about 9:10 P. Sunday eve., had a rest, so I feel good this morning, will leave for Twin Falls, about 2:30A. Has been nice weather and nice trip so far. also seen Hackmans at Butter, this was fun. So much for know. - Wallace

Color by Eric J., Seaich, Salt Lake City, Utah
Made by Dexter
51959-B

Coliseum Motel - Montgomery, Alabama

Montgomery's Newest Luxury Motel
Located on U.S. 231-N, Directly across from the Alabama State Coliseum - 3/4 mile from Gunter Air Force Base. Swimming Pool - Telephone and TV in every room. Golf. Restaurant serving fine food in a delightful atmosphere. American Express and Carte Blanche Credit Cards Honored. Telephone AM 5-0586 - Montgomery, Alabama. AAA Approved.

Mailed from Montgomery, Alabama to Miss Angela Vargas of East St. Louis, Illinois on February 8, 1962:

Hi,
I didn't know if you had a card from Ala. or not, so I thought I'd send you one. They didn't have room for us on base so we are staying here for 3 weeks. Drop me a line. - Susies
Coliseum Motel - Rm 106 - Montgomery, Ala.

Tom Davis, Jr.
Dexter Press
38172-B

Pine Cone Motor Lodge - West Yellowstone, Montana

U.S. Hiways 20 and 191
West Yellowstone, Montana
Completely modern. All electric heat. Room telephones. AAA Approved. A Superior Motel.

Mailed from Yellowstone Park, Wyoming to Mr. & Mrs. Fred Milar of Wendell, Idaho on September 2, 1962:

We started for the Farm and landed here - It is a nice drive - it is cold here to night. We will be home Mon. I think.
Greeting to all.
Art & Clara

Lazy Daze Mobile Home Park and Motel - Phoenix, Arizona

4202 W. Van Buren
Largest lots in Phoenix, Arizona
4 miles from downtown - 10 Unit Motel - Modern spaces with cement patios for any size trailer - Heated Pool - Individual locked mail boxes - round up room - shuffleboards.
Phone AP 8-2236

Mailed from Phoenix, Arizona to Mrs. Charles Guerlach, Sr. of Penfield, New York on July 2, 1962:

You will be welcome at LAZY DAZE MOTEL. Comfortable accommodations at very reasonable rates.
Sincerely, Andy Anderson

The Fontainebleau Hotel - Miami Beach, Florida

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



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.



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



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 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



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.



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 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 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



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



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



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



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



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 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.

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

Florida Natural Color
Koppel Color Cards
FNC3328
12615



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



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

Lighthouse Motel and Restaurant - Pine Point Beach, Maine

"ON THE OCEAN"
Pine Point Beach, Maine
Tel. Tucker 3-2266
22 luxuriously furnished soundproof units, TV in every room, wall to wall carpeting, color baths and showers.
Restaurant serving Famous Maine Sea Foods, Prime Steaks, accommodating 300; parking for 1000 cars.

Mailed from North Conway, New Hampshire to Mel & Lita Cowley of Cedar City, Utah on August 23, 1962:

Stayed at this lovely spot last night and Dutch went in the surf - found himself swimming with a seal. He had some warning or he would have been scared to death. It is so cool we wear our sweaters.
Love, LaRue

Congress Inn - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Harrisburg, Penna., R.D. 1
1/2 mile north of Penna. Turnpike (Harrisburg East exit #19). All Rooms "Air-Conditioned" - Wall-to-Wall Carpet - TV - Thermostatic Steam Heat Phone Harrisburg WE 9-9531 24 Hour Restaurant Adj. AAA Approved. Congress Motor Hotels.
Formerly Home Ranch Motel

Mailed from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Mr. Bradford P. Jones of Atlleboro Falls, Massachusetts on October 13, 1962:

Dear Brad -
Tell daddy we did 414 miles and then conked out. This is a lovely motel. Hope we'll find the one in Nebraska just the same.
Love, Nana

James E. Hess - Box 1402 - Lancaster, Pa.
Made by Dexter
Rev. 3-62
18250-B



150 Eisenhower Blvd.
Harrisburg, Penna.
R.D. #1
Pa. Rt. 283 - 1/2 Mi. North of Pa. Turnpike
(Harrisburg-EAST Exit #19)
All Rooms "Air-Conditioned" - Wall-to-Wall Carpet. 24 Hr. Switchboard Service - Color TV
Individually Controlled Heat
Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

Mailed from Crown Point, Indiana to Bozo's Circus at WGN-TV in Chicago, Illinois on September 11, 1979:

Girl
Peggy Wright, 5yrs
xxx Ridgelawn
Crown Point, Ind. 46307

Tampa Motor Lodge - Tampa, Florida

Tampa Motor Lodge at 1020 So. Dale Mabry, Tampa 9, Florida.
52 luxurious rooms. Air-conditioned, Telephones. Free TV. Heated Pool. Howard Johnson Restaurant adjacent. 3 Miles from Airport, minutes from downtown Tampa. Year Around Commercial Rates.

Mailed from Tampa, Florida to Miss Georgann Coffeen in Cleveland, Ohio on December 8, 1962:

7 Dec
Hi Just though I'd make you jealous what with all the bad weather I hear you're having in Cleveland. Sorry I haven't written. Received your card, Happy to hear about the China. Still haven't left Kansas, Reg

Penn-Sheraton Hotel - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh's welcome to the world's largest completely air-conditioned hotel with 1600 rooms all equipped with radio and television. The Penn Square side of the hotel faces Mellon Square which has underground parking facilities for over 1000 cars. In the background to the left can be seen part of the U.S. Steel Bldg.



This is The Sign of The HARP and CROWN, historic Tavern first situated in Third Street in 1787, now restored on this site by the Penn-Sheraton Commodious Hostelry in Grant Street.
Insured reservations at guaranteed rates by "Reservatron" reserves and confirms your hotel room in seconds.

Mailed from Steubenville, Ohio to Mr. & Mrs. Dale Larking of Sebring, Ohio on January 2, 1962:

Tues.
Dear Everyone:
Everyone and everything is OK.
Anna gave me this card - how about it?
Kit is still away - she called last M.C. last night she will go to Anna's with Pap-Pap. Carole isn't any better, They told them they can do nothing for her. They performed a bi-opsy. M.C. & family went to Ogleby park today for Nitey's Class picnic - Mamma

Robust riverboat fare and Dixieland music by noted bands are appealing features of the Penn-Sheraton's Riverboat room and sidewheeler Bar. The room richly reflects the historic riverboat era, when elaborate river packets were a common sight on the Monongahela and Ohio Rivers in Pittsburgh.
Free Sheraton direct reservatron and teletype reservation services; ATlantic 1-7100