Friday, October 23, 2009

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Monument Valley Holiday Inn - Kayenta, Arizona

Holiday Inn Monument Valley - Kayenta, Arizona

Located in the heart of the largest Indian Reservation in the United States, All comforts and conveniences found at every Holiday Inn. Tasty food, air conditioned and heated, direct dial phones. Browse in our unique Arts & Crafts Gift Shop.
Nearby attractions: Monument Valley, Mystery Valley, Hunts Mesa, Blue Canyon, White Mesa Hoskinni Mesa, and many others.

Mission Valley TraveLodge - San Diego, California

Mission Valley Travelodge - San Diego, California

1201 W. Hotel Circle
San Diego, California 92110
100 beautifully furnished accommodations. Direct dial telephones. Individual Heat & Air Conditioning. TV, Radios, Background Music. Heated Swimming & Wading Pools. Coffee Shop, Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge.
Located near San Diego Stadium, Sports Arena, Zoo, Sea World, Golf Courses, Shopping Centers & Downtown.

Minter Motel Court - St. Petersburg, Florida

Minter Motel Court - St. Petersburg, Florida

17720 Gulf Boulevard
Phone 96742
Open January 27th, 1950. New and modern. Hot water, heating facilities, beauty rest mattreses, tile shower, all year swimming in the Gulf of Mexico. Open year round, reasonable rates, sanitary throughout. We appreciate our guests and invite you to tell your friends. Doyle Minter, Owner - Mrs. Hazel Wells, Manager

Minikahda Motor Lodge - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Minikahda Motor Lodge - Minneapolis, Minnesota

3924 Excelsior Blvd. - Highways 169 & 212
Minneapolis 16, MINN. - West 7-7731
Minnesota - "The Garden Spot of the World"
AIR-CONDITIONED FOR YOUR PLEASURE
AND LUXURY LIVING
TV AND TELEPHONE IN EVERY ROOM
SUN DECK AND RESTAURANT
Just a few blocks to Lake Calhoun
5 Minutes to Loop
Business Conference Rooms Available
Ample Parking.

Midtown TraveLodge - San Bernadino, California

Midtown Travelodge - San Bernadino, California

A Member of the World's Largest Network of Fine Motels
450 North "F" Street Phone: TUrner 9-0277
Adequate parking for boats and trailers - Air Conditioning - Electric Heat - Television - Room Phones - Heated Swimming Pool. 1 block to center of town.

Miami Motel & Restaurant - Claxton, Georgia

Miami Motel & Restaurant - Claxton, Georgia

U.S. 301-25, 1 Mi. N
Claxton, Georgia
You will enjoy every minute and proudly recommend this inviting 40 unit motel. Free large TV. 3 large playgrounds, large filtered swimming pool and kiddy pool. RESTAURANT. Dine on good, wholesome food. Everything owner-operated. AAA Approved. Phone: 656
Stop Early - Stay Late

Med Center Motor Inn - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Med Center Motor Inn - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Developed and designed to serve Oklahoma's largest medical center. Ultra-modern, electric heat, air-conditioned, TV, direct dial telephones. 13th & Stonewall Oklahoma City 405 - CE 3-9501
One Block East of VA and University Hospitals

Mecca Motel - Anaheim, California

Mecca Motel - Anaheim, California

Across From Disneyland
MECCA MOTEL
1544 So. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, Calif.
Phone (714) 533-4581
100 units, each equipped with Television and Private Phone. Two Heated Pools; Putting Green; Shuffleboard; adjacent to Restaurant. AAA Approved. Member of the Best Western Motels

Mecca Motel and Tangier Restaurant - Anaheim, California

A late 1960s brochure from the Mecca Motel in Anaheim, California.

Marble Motel - Winslow, Arizona

Marble Motel - Winslow, Arizona

Marble Motel
Eastbound Hiway 66
Winslow, Arizona
Free TV-Refrigeration-Family Units- Room phones - Kitchenettes - Restaurant Across The Street. Duane O. Miller, Owner-Operator

Mar-Clair Motel & Restaurant - Tillamook, Oregon

Mar-Clair Motel & Restaurant - Tillamook, Oregon

Tillamook's Downtown Motel. 47 deluxe units. Executive suites - piped music - room phones - kitchen facilities - TV - heated pool. River, bay and ocean fishing - bowling - golf course nearby. Member of the Best Western Motels. AAA Approved.

Mallory Motor Hotel - Portland, Oregon

Mallory Motor Hotel - Portland, Oregon

Mallory Motor Hotel
Completely Air Conditioned
All Color TV
All Extra Long Beds
Soft Drink Dispensers and Free Ice on Every Floor
Free Parking
Dining Room and Lounge - Room Service
729 SW 15th Avenue at Yamhill, Portland, Oregon

Lu-Ann Motel - Ukiah, California

Lu-Ann Motel - Ukiah, California

1400 N. State St. (Hwy. 101)
Ukiah, CA 95482
N. State St. Exit off Freeway
Ukiah's most complete one-stop motel. 56 deluxe units with queen bedrooms, TV, stereo music, phones, courtesy coffee and family units with kitchens. Shuffleboard, heated pool, restaurant, service stations and bowling alley. Phone: (707) 462-8873
AAA Approved - Member of the Friendship Inns of America.

Los Angeles West TraveLodge - Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles West Travelodge - Los Angeles, California

10740 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, California 90025
Convenient to Westwood, UCLA, Culver City and Beverly Hills. From Santa Monica Freeway exit Overland turnoff, go north to Santa Monica Blvd, (1 1/4 Miles). From San Diego Freeway exit on Santa Monica Blvd. turnoff, go east 1 1/2 miles to Overland Ave. Across from Mormon Temple, the beautiful building with the Angel Moroni statue.

Sturgeon's Log Cabin Motel and Cafe - Lovelock, Nevada

Log Cabin Motel, Restaurant and Lounge - Lovelock, Nevada

Complete, with 12 Air-Conditioned units, all carpeted, tile showers, heated swimming pool, shade trees, restaurant. All choice meats served in Restaurant - No finer food - Located on US Hwy 40 East end of Lovelock, Nevada. A favorite stopping place for the traveler. Open 24 hours. Credit cards accepted.

Lincoln Motel - Lincoln, Maine

Lincoln Motel - Lincoln, Maine

U.S. Route 2
Lincoln, Maine

Moore's Motel - Boulder City, Nevada

Moore's Motel - Boulder City, Nevada

U.S. Highways 93-466
Boulder City, Nevada
Located in the Heart of Boulder City
Six miles from Hoover (Boulder) Dam, the World's Highest
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Seventeen Completely Modern Units, Air-Conditioned, Electric Heat, Tiled Tubs and Showers, Carpeted Floors. Excellent Restaurants Nearby - Telephone 534
AAA Approved, Approved by the Automobile Club of Southern California

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Lakeview Motel - Superior, Wisconsin

Lakeview Motel - Superior, Wisconsin

On US Hi-ways 2, 13 and 53 near the world's largest Ore Docks. 12 new modern units all equipped with TV. Only five minutes' drive to center of city.
EX8-9968
2821 E. 2nd. St. Superior, Wisc.

La Hacienda Motor Hotel - Nogales, Arizona

La Hacienda Motor Hotel - Nogales, Arizona

Filtered Swimming Pool
1118 North Grande Ave...US Highway 89
NOGALES, ARIZONA
ATwater 7-2781...Cooled by refrigeration. Ceramic Tiled Baths, with Tub & Shower Combination. Radiant Heat, individually controlled. Wall to Wall Carpeting. Restaurant Adjoining. We honor American Express Credit Cards. Member of Congress of Motor Hotels and American Motor Hotel Association.

Kenmar Motel - Newburg, Pennsylvania

Kenmar Motel - Newburg, Pennsylvania


Pennsylvania Turnpike at Blue Mountain Exit 15
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Telephone: Garden 3-9915
Free TV and air-conditioning in every room. Wall-to-wall carpet - Ceramic tile baths - Thermostat controlled heat - No traffic noises - 600 yards from Turnpike
Owner and Manager: W.G. Cornelius

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Holiday Inn Silver Spring Plaza - Silver Spring, Maryland

Holiday Inn Silver Spring Plaza - Silver Spring, Maryland


1 mile south of I-495 (Capital Beltway) on Maryland Rt. 97. 8777 Georgia Ave. Metropolitan Washington S.C. tallest motel. Color TV - Heated Pool. Three restaurants. Convention center accommodates 650. Twenty-six other rooms for up to 200.

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Holiday Inn Madison Northeast No. 1 - Madison, Wisconsin

Holiday Inn Madison Northeast No. 1 - Madison, Wisconsin


Madison - Northeast No. 1
4402 E. Washington Ave.
Hwy. 151 N. (Zip-53704)
Dwtn. Aiprt. 15 min. - Free trans. - Enclosed Year-Round swimming pool and Sauna. 202 rooms - Mtg. rooms to 400.

Inn of the Jolly Baron - Brantford, Ontario

Inn of the Jolly Baron - Brantford, Ontario

65 Luxury Units, radio, TV, air conditioning. Dining room open 7 am to 11pm. Write, phone or wire for reservations, 666 Colbourne St., Brantford, Ontario, Canada. Area code 416, Plaza 3-7371.

Kelloff's Movie Manor Motel - Monte Vista, Colorado

Kelloff's Movie Manor Motel - Monte Vista, Colorado

MOVIES FROM YOUR ROOM - FREE TV & FM MUSIC - Children's Playground - Phones - Electric Heat - Academy Award Dining Room - Comedy Lounge - Coffee Shop. Private Airport with Two Runways 5000 ft. & 3400 ft. Refrigerated Air conditioning. Overnight Campground. AAA Approved. Member of the Best Western Motels.

Kay-Lyn Kourt - Richland, Georgia

Kay-Lyn Kourt - Richland, Georgia

Twenty ultra modern units electrically heated, Air Conditioning, Free Television, Beautyrest mattresses, Tiles baths. Quiet - spacious ground, in city limits, convenient to restaurants. 36 miles South of Columbus (Fort Benning) on US 280, Ga. 55 and North-South Short Route to Florida. Telephone 29 - Jack T. Chappell, Owner. AAA Approved. A Superior Motel.

Mailed from Richland, Georgia to Mr. & Mrs. Roy Davis of Kalamazoo, Michigan on March 4, 1955:

Dear Folks,
Having a wonderful time. All flowers are in bloom. You should take this trip.
Love,
Helen & Bert.

Kay-Lyn Kourt - Richland, Georgia

Twenty new ultra modern units electrically heated. Optional Air Conditioning - Beautyrest mattresses, tiled baths. Quiet-Spacious grounds, in city limits, convenient to restaurants. 36 miles South of Columbus (Fort Benning) on US 280, GA. 55 and the North-South Short Route to Florida. Telephone 29 - Jack and Grace Chappell, Owners. T.E. Carter, Mgr. AAA Approved. Member of Superior Courts, Limited.

Kay-Lyn Kourt - Richland, Georgia
Twenty ultra modern units electrically heated, Air Conditioning, Free Television, Beautyrest mattresses, Tiles baths. Quiet - spacious ground, in city limits, convenient to restaurants. 30 miles South of Columbus (Fort Benning) on US 280, Ga. 55 and North-South Short Route to Florida. New Swimming Pool. Phone TU 7-3345. Jack and Grace Chappell, Owners. AAA Approved. A Superior Motel.

The card was mailed from St. Petersburg, Florida to Mr. & Mrs. Herschel Barnes of Connersville, Indiana on June 13, 1961:

Hi old pals. I bet I gave you the wrong address cause I haven't had a card from you, it's hot here 90 today. I went to the Dr. he said I have ulcers he sure gave one the works took xrays for a week. I am feel a little better and I am working at a Rexall drug store frying up. 200-33 Aveda. St. Petersburg, Florida

Kane View Motel - Kane, Pennsylvania

Kane View Motel - Kane, Pennsylvania

KANE VIEW MOTEL, Kane, Pennsylvania, "in the Seneca Highlands," Route 6, one mile east of Kane, 20 units, Room Phones, Carpeting, Television. Open all year. P.O. Kane
Telephone Kane 837-8600
AAA Approved

Ka-Jax Motel - Newburgh, New York

Ka-Jax Motel - Newburgh, New York

On U.S. Highway 9W Newburgh, N.Y.
Brick Units - Individual Tile Showers. Air Conditioned - Television - Open All Year. AAA Approved. John 2-7700

Ka-Jax Motel - Newburgh, New York


5 miles North of Newburgh, N.Y. on Route 9-W
P.O. Box 481 Newburgh, N.Y. 12550
Air Conditioned - Cablevision - Direct Dial Phones - Heated Swimming Pool - Fabulous Honeymoon Room - Lawn Games - Playground - Coffee Shop - Cocktail Lounge - Restaurant (Chinese-American) - Partial View of Motel

Jordan's Cottages - West Memphis, Arkansas

Jordan's Cottages - West Memphis, Arkansas

West Memphis, Arkansas
Sleep in safety and comfort without extravagance, all modern steam heated fireproof cottages, open all year. All tile baths, We service your car while you sleep. Mail, phone and Western Union Service. Owned & operated by Mr. & Mrs. George C. Jordan. Phone 175.

The card was mailed from Memphis, Tennessee to Mrs. M.H. Ferguson of Duncan, Oklahoma on September 18, 1942:

Hear is where we spent the night. We are having a grand time but it is raining all time hear. We were in rain all day yesterday. Love, Fran & Eva.

Johnson's Motel & Restaurant - Wytheville, Virginia

Johnson's Motel & Restaurant - Wytheville, Virginia

Night View
Phone CA 8-4812
AAA Approved
Lee Highway, Route 11 - just off Routes 21 and 52
One mile west of Wytheville, Va.
20 Modern Units - Each with Bath, Complete Breakfast and Dinner Service. Ideally Located with Magnificent View.

Johnson's Motel & Restaurant - Wytheville, Virginia

Lee Highway, U.S. 11, Just off I-81, U.S. 21 & 52.
20 Modern Units - Each With Bath - Open Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner - Serving a Complete Menu. Ideally Located with Magnificent View. AAA Approved

The card was mailed from Wytheville, Virginia to Mrs. Howard Cross of Valley City, Ohio on April 6, 1969:

Hi Little Buddy,
Thought I wasn't going to make it - had the 24 hour plus Tues night & Wed, but here I am. Found this motel - Drove 12 hrs, but it didn't seem like it. My tummy isn't right yet but at least I'm OK to sit & travel. Love to all, Mary.

Imperial '400' Motel - Warren, Ohio

Imperial '400' Motel - Warren, Ohio

415 E. Market Avenue, Warren, Ohio.
DOWNTOWN WARREN America's Fastest Growing Chain. All New! Heated Swimming Pool, Room TV, Phones, Free Coffee, Air Conditioned Rooms. FREE ADVANCE RESERVATION SERVICE/COAST TO COAST. AAA Approved

Imperial '400' Motel - Sacramento, California

Imperial '400' Motel - Sacramento, California

1319 30th Street
Sacramento, California 95819
84 Units - Conference Room - 24 Hour Office Service and Coffee Shop - Free TV and Ice. Air Conditioning, and Phones in Each Room. Heated Pool.

Imperial '400' Motel - Medford, Oregon

Imperial '400' Motel - Medford, Oregon

Aye, Royal Accommodations at Thr-rifty Rates
345 South Central Avenue
MEDFORD, OREGON Phone: SPring 3-7727
America's Fastest Growing Partnership Chain. All new! Heated swimming pool, Room TV, Phones, Free Coffee, Air Conditioned Rooms. AAA Approved
FREE ADVANCE RESERVATION SERVICE/COAST TO COAST

Imperial '400' Motel - Las Cruces, New Mexico

Imperial '400' Motel - Las Cruces, New Mexico

1865 West Picacho
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Phone: 524-2949
America's fastest growing partnership chain. All new! Heated swimming pool, Room TV, Phones, Free Coffee, Air Conditioned Rooms. AAA Approved. Free Advance Reservation Service/Coast to Coast

The card was mailed from Denison, Texas to Mr. & Mrs. Russel Boren & Karen of Sherman, TX on August 17, 1966:

Hi:
Come to Judys Birthday dinner August 20
6: O'Clock pm. No gift necessary. Would like Tommie to come. - Judy Una & Harry

Imperial '400' Motel - Helena, Montana

Imperial '400' Motel - Helena, Montana

Aye, Royal Accommodations at Thr-rifty Rates
524 North Main Street
Helena, Montana

Imperial '400' Motel - Omaha, Nebraska

Imperial '400' Motel - Omaha, Nebraska

2211 Douglas St. Omaha, Nebraska 68102
Downtown Location - Nearly New! - 60 Air-Conditioned Rooms - Direct Dial Phones - 24 Hour Coffee Shop
FREE ADVANCE RESERVATION SERVICE COAST TO COAST

Howard Johnson's Motor Lodge - East Lyme, Connecticut

Howard Johnson's Motor Lodge - East Lyme, Connecticut

Exit 74 from Interstate I-95, 265 Flanders Road
Heated indoor swimming pool with sauna baths, spacious modern rooms, color TV. Guest controlled heat and air-conditioning, direct dial 24 hour phones. Meeting and conference rooms., banquet accommodations. Restaurant and lounge adjoining. A short drive to points of interest in Mystic, Groton and New London.

The card was mailed from Brokton, Massachusetts to Ch. 56 Disney Contest in Boston, Massachusetts on Jan 30, 1974:

To Channel 56,
I would like to win tickets:
Jennifer Belanger
P.O. Box 14
Middleboro, MA

The card was sent to the Channel 56 Disney Contest. Awesome.

Howard Johnson's Motor Lodge & Restaurant - Allendale, South Carolina

Howard Johnson's Motor Lodge & Restaurant - Allendale, South Carolina

U.S. 301 N. - Allendale, South Carolina
Air-conditioned - Central Heat - Tub & Shower combination - TV - 24 Hour Phone Service -Shuffleboard - Swimming Pool.
Managed by Mr. & Mrs. J.H. Walters Telephone 584-2195

Albert Pick Motel - Huntsville, Alabama



ALBERT PICK MOTEL
2901 Memorial Parkway N.W.
Huntsville, Alabama
U.S. 72-231-431
Huntsville, Alabama
Phone: JEfferson 9-3711 Teletype: HTVL ALA_8512
125 air-conditioned rooms, all with radio, TV, 24-hour telephone service. Heated swimming pool. Restaurant, Ideal meeting facilities. Free parking. Children free under 12. AAA Approved

STATUS: Gone.

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Horse Cave Motel - Horse Cave, Kentucky

Horse Cave Motel - Horse Cave, Kentucky

On U.S. Highway 31-W
"In the Heart of Cave Area"
21 Bedford Stone Air Conditioned Units. Ceramic Tile Baths - Central Hot Water Heat. Fully Carpeted - Television in room (optional). Completed in 1953. Restaurant directly in front. "A Motel of Distinction." AAA Approved. Phone 220

Horse Cave Motel - Horse Cave, Kentucky

On U.S. Highway 31-W
"In the Heart of Cave Area"
23 Bedford Stone Air Conditioned Units. Ceramic Tile Baths - Central Hot Water Heat. Fully Carpeted - Television in room (optional). Completed in 1953. Restaurant directly in front. "A Motel of Distinction." AAA Approved. Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Smith
Phone - State 6-2511

Horse Cave Motel - Horse Cave, Kentucky

"In the Heart of the Cave Area"
23 Bedford Stone Air-Conditioned Units - Ceramic Tile Baths - Central Hot Water Heat - Fully Carpeted, Television in Rooms (Optional). Swimming Pool and Playground. Three Restaurants directly in front and nearby. AAA Approved. "A Motel of Distinction."
Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Smith
Phone - STATE 6-2511

Holiday Motel - Lordsburg, New Mexico

Holiday Motel - Lordsburg, New Mexico

U.S. Highways 70 and 80...In the heart of Lordsburg, New Mexico
59 large, very attractively furnished rooms...Olympic indoor heated pool...Restaurant & Cocktail lounge...Free TV and phone in every room. AAA Approved.

The card was mailed from Lordsburg, New Mexico to D.G. Pond of Wrentham, Massachusetts on April 12, 1972:

Greg:
They need a swimming instructor here by the looks of this. We are having a grand trip. They haven't had rain here since Feb. so everything is dry. Today we are off for Tucson where will be for a couple of days. Beauitful country but a long drive between towns. We have taken 3 side trips. So we have seen some back country too - not just the main thru rtes. This morning is sunny with a slight overcast as was yestdy. beaut. for traveling. Have fun. - Rog.

Holiday Motel - Cave City, Kentucky

Holiday Motel - Cave City, Kentucky

U.S. 31-W
Phone 773-7661
CAVE CITY, KENTUCKY
"Gateway to Mammoth Cave National Park"
Newest and Most Downtown Motel in Cave City
Within 1 1/2 Blocks of 4 Good Restaurants
Air Conditioned - Electric Heat - Free T.V. - Tub & Shower - Connecting Rooms. Swimming Pool. AAA Approved.
"It costs no more to go First Class."