Lyon's Motor Court - Wenatchee, Washington

Air Conditioned
37 Deluxe Accommodations - Kitchenettes and Hotel accommodations, Refrigerators, Telephones
Recommended by AAA - Best Western Motels
Mr. and Mrs. Frank G. Lyon, Owners
Telephone: 1500

Hotel Monson - St. Augustine, Florida

Delightfully located on Matanzas Bay, overlooking the Atlantic. Newest and most modern hotel in Saint Augustine. Fire sprinkler system throughout. Excellent golf, bathing, fishing, boating and other sports. On U.S. 1 - Fla. 4

Hotel Rip Van Dam - Saratoga Springs, New York

The Rip Van Dam
Fireproofed with Sprinkler System
Air-Conditioned
Banquet Facilities up to 1600
Dancing and Cocktail Lounge
Open All Year

Mailed from Norwalk, Ohio to Mrs. J.F. Buck of Lexington, Michigan on August 25, 1955:

The "flop house" looks OK on the outside doesn't it? The bell boys had nifty uniforms & did a fine hob. There ended any resemblance to a good hotel.

Andrew Jackson Hotel/Dinkler-Andrew Jackson - Nashville, Tennessee

400 Rooms - 400 Baths
Direction of Dinkler Hotels Co., Inc.
Dispensers of Southern Hospitality.

Mailed from Nashville, Tennessee to Mr. & Mrs. C.C. Wiley of Champaign, Illinois on April 4, 1931:

Hello Falk: Tike insists that I write you while he is dresses. He's starting in by making me get up first. Perhaps,you;ll be surprised to see we're this far. Didn't go the way we had planned, as there were storm clouds all around us. We have only had sprinkles here and there and no rain as yet. Weather is marvelous here and the trees and shrubs are leafing and blossoming. Having a fine trip.

E.C. Kropp Co.

Across the square from the State Capitol, two blocks from the heart of the city, Modern, air conditioned guest rooms. Two fine restaurants. The Surf Rider and The Golden Horn.
DINKLER HOTEL CORPORATION
A wholly owned subsidary of Transcontinental Investing Corporation.

Mailed from Nashville, Tennesse to Mrs. Cora Riehle & Mel. of La Crosse, Indiana on April 12, 1966:

Dear Mom & Mel:
Arrived here in fine shape, except for Freds leg. It still hurts him to walk.
This is a picture of our Hotel. How do you like it?
Take care of yourselves. We will see you Sun.
Love ya, Fred & Glad
We are on the 5th floor

Ramada Inn - Knoxville, Tennessee

7621 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, Tenn. 37919
168 Rooms, Banquet Facilities, Dining Room, Entertainment Nightly. Convenient to Shopping, Interstate 75 and 40. 4 miles from University of Tennessee.

Quality Inn - Florence, South Carolina

Florence, S.C. I-95 at TV Road
Exit 169
Located 5 miles NE of Downtown Florence. 96 rooms. Dining Room, Meeting Room, Coffee Shop and Lounge. Located on spacious grounds. Color TV. Heated pool and kiddie pool enclosed in winter

The Continental-Denver Hotel - Denver, Colorado

Overlooking the fabulous Denver Skyline, Valley Highway at North Speer Boulevard, Ample free parking - wonderful food - lounge - heated pool. AAA Approved. Member of the American Society of Travel Agents

Kent Apartments - Hollywood, Florida

1120 S. Federal Highway
Hollywood, Florida
Modern and beautifully furnished efficiency apartments. Heated, Air-condition, TV in rooms. Maid Service. Near the Gulf Stream Race Track and within walking distance of Hollywood Kennel Club. A short distance to Ocean and Golf course. Member of Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and Apartments Hotel Owners Association.

Mailed from Hollywood, Florida to Dr. & Mrs. Paul Craig of Washington Court House, Ohio on March 7, 1952:

Had no trouble to get in. Prices are same as last year. She asked how you were at once. Some other folks from last year asked about you. Helen & I went to beach today. Men went to races. Weather is perfect.
Erma

Gateway Motel - Grand Rapids, Michigan

2856 28th St, SE
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49508
French Provincial and modern decor - Phones - TV - Radiant heat - Carpeted - Ceramic tub/shower - Air Conditioned - Close to Airport - Courtesy Car - Heated Pool. Meeting and Banquet Rooms, Seating up to 300, with food catering. Call for reservations. AAA Approved. Member of the American Motor Hotel Association.

Fountain Lodge Motel - Bellefontaine, Ohio

208 N. Main Street
Bellefontaine, Ohio
50 quiet rooms, two blocks from downtown. Telephones, wall to wall carpeting, combination tub and shower, TV and air conditioning. On U.S. Route 68. Color TV & Swimming Pool.

El Prado Motor Inn - Santa Barbara, California

1601 State Street
WOodland 4-4586
Santa Barbara, California
Luxurious, air-conditioned accommodations in a Country Club setting. Near Santa Barbara's famous shops, restaurants, theaters and medical clinics. Free garage, self-service elevator, pool, putting green, table tennis, TV, phones, king-length beds, complimentary coffee. Cafe Gourmet and Cocktail Lounge. Beauty Salon. AAA Approved.

Mailed from Santa Barbara, California to Mr. Jeff Follett of San Francisco, California on March 19, 1968:

Daddy is working so hard - But he took some time to find you a little "prize." Everyone in this motel remembers you and Paul. Love.

Treadway Mohawk Inn - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

4200 Roosevelt Blvd.
Philadelphia, Penn 19124
Dining Room - Meeting Rooms - Lounge - Pool

Kings Motel & Restaurant - Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Motel is on River Road. Restaurant on Parkway. Air Conditioned - TV - Pool - Some Kitchens - Also Trailer Park.
Mrs. Otha King, Owner

Hacienda Motor Hotel - New Port Richey, Florida

New Port Richey, Florida 33552
60 comfortable rooms, dining room and lounge. Air-conditioned. Spacious lobby. Open and screened patios. European and modified American plans. For permanent and transient guests. Located in downtown New Port Richey adjacent to beautiful Sims Park, Orange Lake and Pithlaschascotee ("Cotee") River.

Mailed from New Port Richey, Florida to Mr. & Mrs. Wm. G. Subergh of Niles, Michigan on January 28, 1971:

Jan 28, 1971
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Subergh:
My telephone in my room
Gladys Wallace
813-xxx-xxxx
Was glad to talk to you only sorry you had not rec'd the letter. Hope you get it. I had the Deed notarized soon as I could then had to wait till P.O. was open.
Sincerely Gladys Wallace (Yes Sir)!!

Mil-Wray Motel - Greenfield, Indiana

Clean, Comfortable and Quiet. Controlled Heat. Family Rooms. Reasonable Rates. Owner Operated. Mildred & Dick Wray, Address R.R. #4, Greenfield, Ind. Phone Indianapolis Bowman 7886.

De Anza Motor Inn - Montecito, California

De Anza Motor Inn
1001 Coast Highway (U.S. 101) in Montecito. South entrance to SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA. One of the new Motor Inn, featuring comfort, cleanliness and charm. Member AAA, United Motor Courts, Automobile Club of Southern California and recommended by Duncan Hines. Phone 92442.
Van and Maxine Svarverud, operating owners.

Duck Key Botels - Marathon, Florida

Rt. 1, Box 1128
Duck Key - Marathon, FL 33050
2 Bedroom/2 Bath - Large Living Room - Fully Equipped Kitchen - Patio - Private Dock - Only 90 miles South of Miami - 9 miles from Marathon Airport.

Pine Motel - Indianapolis, Indiana

7310 W. Washington St.
"U.S. Highway 40 West"
Indianapolis 31, Indiana
Phone CH 1-9325
"Rest and relaxation at its finest. Excellent rooms and superb service."
Five minutes from Indianapolis Municipal Airport.

Orchard Terrace Tourist Court - Clayton, Indiana

Orchard Terrace Modern Tourist Cottages, 1/2 hrs. drive from Indianapolis, on U.S. 40. Fireproof tile buildings with private baths, radios, best hotel equipment, cafe, locked garages adjoining each cottage. Exclusively for the traveler.
P.O. Address R.R. 1, Clayton, Ind.

Stayed here
Dec. 14, 1951 on way back to San Antonio

Imperial '400' Motel - Marysville, California

721 10th Street
Marysville, Calif.
America's Fast 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

Drummers Inn Motel - Wharton, Texas

1527 N. Richmond Dr.
Wharton, Texas 77488
Forty-one luxury units, 2 Suites. TVs, Heated Swimming Pool, 4 Blks. to Wharton Co. Junior College. We honor the following credit cards: American Express, Diners' Club, Carte Blanche, BankAmericard and Master Charge. Restaurant one block.

Ponderosa Motor Inn and Restaurant - Alpine, Texas

Quiet Gracious Atmosphere
U.S. Highway 90 East - Alpine, Texas 79830
In The Heart of the Big bend Country
Air Conditioned - TV - Electric Heat - Heated Pool - Tub & Shower - Private Club
You Hosts - Fred G. Dick and John F. Gutzmer
Member of the Best Western Motels

Taunton Inn - Taunton, Massachusetts

Gateway to Cape Cod Junction Routes 44 and 140



Gateway to Cape Cod Junction Routes 44, 138 and 140

Sheraton Plaza Hotel - Daytona Beach, Florida

The beautiful Sheraton Plaza Hotel located on the World's Most Famous Beach in Daytona Beach, Florida.

Maui Hilton Hotel - Lahaina, Hawaii

Aerial view of the beautiful Maui Hilton Hotel, on Kaanapali Beach, Maui, Hawaii.

Arizona Biltmore Hotel - Phoenix, Arizona

Internationally famous for superb cuisine and unexcelled hospitality, the Biltmore is located on East Camelback Road in Phoenix. Designed by Albert Chase McArthur and built in 1929, its Indian style architecture is enhanced by the moat effect of the bridges across the Arizona Canal which runs in front of this beautiful hotel. Many celebrities make the Biltmore their Arizona headquarters.



Patio at Entrance to Arizona Biltmore Hotel
One of America's finest winter resort hotels, Phoenix, Arizona.



Arizona Biltmore Hotel - colorful approach to the popular pool and cabana area where one enjoys delicious food at lunch with a background of soft music.

Mailed from Phoenix, Arizona to Miss Richalie Cranmer of Milton, Massachusetts on November 17, 1963:

Sun -
Waiting for our plance to San Francisco. Will call you from there. Glad you are fine & got such a good mark in Chemistry. Love you. Take care of yourself. Love & Kisses, Mommy

The Bellevue Stratford - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Bellevue-Stratford Hotel 

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Bellevue-Stratford Hotel
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The Right Address
Known 'Round the World
The guest list of this famous reads like the "Who's Who" of the business world, the arts and the professions.

C.T. Art-Colortone
4B-H1423

The Bellevue Stratford IS Philadelphia
William Penn, Ben Franklin, the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall...all are famed traditions of Philadelphia. Only one hotel shares this distinguished heritage - the Bellevue Stratford.

Mailed from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Mrs. N.W. Hemming & Mrs. A.L. Waffle of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin on April 5, 1964:

4/4/64
Hi - We had a beautiful light - 1hr & 21min. It just don't seem doesn't seem possible to move so fast. This is where we are staying - a very nice outside room. Tonight we went to Bookbender's Sea Food House for dinner - will try the other one later. Saw Charade & was good too. Love, Roy & Roberta

Sir Francis Drake Hotel - San Francisco, California

"Twenty-one stories high in the sky
Between the stars and the Cable Cars"
Is the world-famous Starlite Roof, the most beautiful cocktail lounge in the world, known for its breath-taking view of San Francisco and the bay, luxurious decor, and delightful refreshments.



The world-famous STARLITE ROOF, "21 stories high in the sky, between the stars and the cable cars", top of Hotel Sir Francis Drake, in the heart of Downtown San Francisco.

Madonna Inn - San Luis Obispo, California

Hwy. 101 and Madonna Road
San Luis Obispo, California
For Your Gala Entertaining and Personal Dining Pleasure - Finest Food Obtainable in Exclusive Surroundings...Coffee Shop...Wine Cellar Dining and Cocktails.
Enjoy either a sophisticated or informal atmosphere. Banquet Accommodations for Large and Small Parties. Exquisite Rooms and Suites from $10.00 to $45.00



Highway 101 and Madonna Road
San Luis Obispo, California
Liberty 3-3000
COFFEE SHOP
Serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner - in a gaily decorated, continental atmosphere! Seating capacity 200 people, including adjacent coffee counter area. Hard carved wood, beams and door...etched Wild Rose pattern in glass windows...copper table tops.
Pastries baked fresh daily, in complete bakery adjoining Coffee Shop...take some with you!



Circular Coffee Shop Booths designed for family, social or business groups. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served.
Pastries baked fresh daily, in complete bakery adjoining Coffee Shop...Take some with you!
The Place to Stay
MADONNA INN
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
Highway 101 and Madonna Road



One of the many charming nooks in our Coffee Shop! This booth seats up to eight people, and provides a very charming setting for a relaxed breakfast, lunch or dinner!
The Place to Stay
MADONNA INN
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
Highway 101 and Madonna Road



SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
Highway 101 and Madonna Road
Room 118 - "Fabulous Fifties"
Everything about Fabulous Fifties was fashioned for you to forget yourself in deep enjoyment. Plush velvets, and the red and pink decor reflect back to an unforgettable era. Spend some happy hours in this colorful, happy atmosphere. Room is furnished with a king-sized bed.



SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
Highway 101 and Madonna Road
Room 122 - "Harvard Square"
Welcome to an Old English atmosphere and a world of elegance. HARVARD SQUARE was designed to pamper you, and make you feel completely at home. The spacious living room is complete with a large rock fireplace and a dry bar.
This suite consists of three bedrooms...two upstairs and one downstairs, and sleeps eight people very comfortably.



SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
Highway 101 and Madonna Road
Room 135 - "SWISS ROCKS"
If we obtained all our rock from Switzerland, there would be no Switzerland left! Alex Madonna is Swiss, and he loves rocks and other natural materials, found in abundance in the Inn's construction. "Swiss Rocks" is furnished with a king-sized bed.



SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
Highway 101 and Madonna Road
Room 137 - "Cave Man Room"
A typical haunt for a Cave Man, yet all the comforts of home are provided in this room with rock ceiling, walls, floors and a rock waterfall in the bathroom. The room connects with Daisey Mae for the convenience of traveling couples or families. Room is furnished with a king-sized bed.



SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
Highway 101 and Madonna Road
Room 149 - "Old Fashioned Honeymoon"
One of our semi-suites situated off the terrace in our Hilltop Building is ideal for honeymooners! The grille work in the wooden room divider was hand crafted by Phyllis Madonna. Other special notes of interest in the room are the ornate, old fashioned tub and bathroom accessories.
Room is furnished with a king-sized bed.



SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
Highway 101 and Madonna Road
Room 151 - "Sugar and Spice"
Deliciously done in pinks and reds, "Sugar & Spice" is located next door to "Everything Nice," in our Hilltop Unit. A spacious semi-suite, the room is furnished with a king-sized bed.



Highway 101 and Madonna Road
San Luis Obispo, California
Room 183  "Love Nest"
Your quest for a perfect honeymoon or anniversary suite is over! We hope you will never forget your special day, or your stay in our "Love Nest." Your view from the cupola will confirm that you are on "top of the world!"
The decor is pink...down to the king-sized bed



SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA
Highway 101 and Madonna Road
Room 184 - "Just Heaven"
Your quest for a perfect honeymoon or anniversary suite is over! We hope you will never forget your special day, or your stay in "JUST HEAVEN." Your view from the cupoia will confirm that you are "on top of the world!" The decor is a heavenly blue and furnished with a king-sized bed.

Shibui Hotel - St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Japanese Sunken Bath at Shibui Hotel - A colony of Japanese Cottages
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Cable - Shibui P.O. Box 1689

The Sands Hotel and Apts. - Miami Beach, Florida

On the oceanfront at Lincoln Rd.
Miami Beach
Completely Air-Conditioned
152 Luxurious Rooms, Efficiencies and Apts. - 300 ft. of white-sand Private Beach - Olympic Size Fresh Water Pool - Solaria - Nightly entertainment in the Intimate Sequin Lounge - Open year 'round.

Mailed from Miami Beach, Florida to Mrs. R.J. Guyer of Storrs, Connecticut on April 28, 1957:

This is our hotel arrive at midnite. It was a pretty sight riding down Collins Ave. We staying here until Thursday. Fine trip down beautiful weather.



Completely Air-Conditioned and Heated
On the oceanfront at Lincoln Rd.
Miami Beach
152 Luxurious Rooms, Efficiencies and Apts. - 300 ft. of white-sand Private Beach - Olympic Size Fresh Water Pool - Solaria - Nightly entertainment in the Intimate Jamboree Lounge - Open year 'round. Free TV and Radio in Every Room.