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Title: Laurel Falls, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Date(s): 1940?, 1940
Contributor(s): W.M. Cline Company (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Laurel Falls - Great Smoky Mountains National Park.' on back of card: 'These beautiful falls are located near Elkmont and the short hike to them is very popular. Fine views of the surrounding mountains may be had along the trail.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_127
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: White Turkey Drive-In
Date(s): 1948?, 1948
Contributor(s): Raymond Studio (Sanford, Fla.) (publisher)
Description: On back of card: 'White Turkey. Drive In and Restaurant with Cocktail Lounge. Fine Food, Moderate Prices, Excellent Service. AIR CONDITIONED. One of Florida's outstanding Restaurants 'We Invite Your Patronage.' Hi-way 17-92 in Orlando.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_007
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Dutch Motel, Augusta, Georgia
Date(s): 1925/1950, 1925, 1950
Contributor(s): E.C. Kropp Co. (publisher)
Description: Dutch Motel. 5 miles south of Augusta, Georgia. on back of card: 'Dutch Motel. 5 Miles South of Augusta, Ga. On U.S. 1. Phone 3-9290. Air-conditioned, summer and winter. Convenient dining room - rooms for families. Accommodations for 150 Guests. 'Look for the Windmill.' AAA.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_016
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Day's Motel, Lexington, Kentucky
Date(s): 1930/1950, 1930, 1950
Contributor(s): E.B. Thomas (Firm: Cambridge, Mass.) (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Day's Motel. On U.S. 60, Western City Limits, Lexington, Ky.' on back of card: 'Day's Motel. 'The Best in the Blue Grass' Lexington, KY. A Courtesy Court. AAA. 54 Rooms...Twin and Double Beds...Private Showers...Insulated and Cross-Ventilated. Radio and Fans Available...Furnace Heat...Cafe in Connection...In the very center of Kentucky's horse-breeding and racing country. Phone 4-4250. Owned and Operated J.B. Day and Son.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_035
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Holiday Inn Hotel Courts
Date(s): 1955?, 1955
Contributor(s): Curt Teich & Co. (publisher)
Description: On back of card: 'Holiday Inn Hotel Courts. 4941 Summer Ave. - U.S. 70 & 64 East. Memphis Tennessee. AAA. Phone: 34-6687. 3 Other Locations in Memphis: U.S. 61 South - U.S. 51 North - U.S. 51 South. 450 Rooms - 450 Baths - 100% Air-Conditioned - Steam Heat - Pleasure Eating - Bridal Suite - Free Swimming Pool for Guests Only. Your Host from Coast-to-Coast' [note: Original location, and possibly building, of first ever Holiday Inn. Designed to be clean and predictable.]
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_044
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Bon-Air Courts, Allendale, South Carolina
Date(s): 1935/1955, 1935, 1955
Contributor(s): E.C. Kropp Co. (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Bon-Air Courts, Allendale, S.C.' on back of card: 'Bon Air Courts. Dining Room - 36 Luxurious Air Conditioned Guest Rooms - Private Tile Baths - Tub and Shower - Steam Heat - Fully Carpeted Floors - Owner Management. On U.S. 301 - Main Street, Allendale, S.C. Telephone 2608.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_038
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Eisenhower Motor Court, Newport, Tennessee
Date(s): 1930?, 1930
Contributor(s): Mid-West Map Company (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Eisenhower Motor Court. Newport, Tennessee.' on back of card: 'Eisenhower Motor Court. 1/2 Mile West of Post Office. Newport, Tennessee. U.S. Highway 25, 70, and 411. Modern Hotel Rooms. Electrically Heated -- Tiled Showers. Short drive to Smoky Mountain National Park. Esso Service Station in Connection with Court. For Reservation - phone 3381. Mr. & Mrs. R.C. Porter, Owners & Managers. AAA.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_021
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Court John, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Date(s): 1935/1950, 1935, 1950
Contributor(s): Associated Lithographers, Inc. (Des Moines, Iowa) (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Court John. 2700 No. 4th Street - U.S. Highway 85. Albuquerque, New Mexico.' on back of card: ' Court John. 2700 No. 4th Street - U.S. Highway 85. Member United Motor Courts and Tour Club of America. Modern Units - 13 Kitchenettes nicely furnished. Clean - Modern -Comfortable. Steam Heat and Air Conditioned. Restaurants and Theater near by -Phone 9004. Albuquerque, New Mexico. From the Land of Enchantment.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_041
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Dutch Cupboard, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Date(s): 1930?, 1930
Contributor(s): Strayer-Beitzel of York, Inc. (publisher)
Description: On back of postcard: 'Dutch Cupboard. Gettysburg, Penna. Completely air conditioned. Serving delicious Pa. Dutch Food. Famous for Schnitz Un Knepp, Shoofly pie, homemade bread, and many other Dutch dishes. Homlie atmosphere - in scenic Gettysburg. Intersection routes 140 and 15 south. Open every day 7:00 A.M. to 8:30 P.M. Recommended by - Duncan Hines and gourmet.' Postcards
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_006
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Alamo Plaza Courts
Date(s): 1930/1950, 1930, 1950
Contributor(s): Curt Teich & Co. (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Alamo Plaza Courts - Highways 70-S and 41 - Nashville, Tenn. AAA.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_026
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Bob's Motor Court and Restaurant
Date(s): 1950?, 1950
Contributor(s): Tichnor Bros., Inc. (Boston, Mass.) (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Bob's Motor Court & Restaurant. 4 1/2 Miles North of Elizabeth City, N.C. On U.S. 17.' on back of card: 'Bob's Motor Court & Restaurant. 15 Rooms Each with Private Baths. Steam Heat - Restaurant on Premises. Open All Year.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_011
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Christie's: San Antonio, Texas Seafood Headquarters
Date(s): 1940?, 1940
Contributor(s): Colourpicture Publishers (Firm) (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'San Antonio, Texas Seafood Headquarters 3130 Broadway.' on back of card: 'Christie's. 3130 Broadway. San Antonio, Texas. Headquarters for freshest seafood. Shipped daily to us from our own fleet. K.C. Steaks and chicken dinners. Very reasonable prices.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_005
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Bozeman's Motel and Restaurant
Date(s): 1930/1950, 1930, 1950
Contributor(s): John Yokley Company (Nashville, Tenn.) (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Bozeman's Motel and Restaurant. Nashville, Tennessee. Quality Courts United, Inc. AAA. American Hotel Association. Recommended by Duncan Hines.' on back of card: 'Bozeman's. Nashville, Tennessee. Featuring 85 large fireproof rooms, each equipped with air-conditioning, free television, telephone, automatic electric heat and tile baths. Swimming pool, wading pool and playground. Large, modern air-conditioned Restaurant. Ours is a Quality Court - Phone: Alpine 6-4163.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_013
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Terry's Motor Court
Date(s): 1950?, 1950
Contributor(s): Mid-West Map Company (publisher)
Description: On front of card: '64 - 71 - Hi-Way - On Edge of City. AAA Member.' on back of card: 'Terry's Motor Court. 26 air-conditioned units - Phone 6176. Thermostatic heat control. Simmons furniture - Beautyrest mattresses. Fort Smith's Finest. 4020 Midland Blvd. Fort Smith, Ark.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_037
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Cadle's Tourist Court, Augusta, Georgia
Date(s): 1955?, 1955
Contributor(s): Butler Enterprises, Inc. (Winston-Salem, N.C.) (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Cadle's Tourist Court. Augusta, GA. On U.S. Highway No. 1 South Augusta GA.' on back of card: 'Cadle's Tourist Court and Restaurant. 3 Miles South on U.S. 1, Augusta, Ga. Modern Individual Cottages - Family Accommodations. Tiled Showers - 100% Year Around Air Conditioned. Phone 3-9278 or 6-5009.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_062
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Loveless Motel, Nashville, Tennessee
Date(s): 1935/1950, 1935, 1950
Contributor(s): E.C. Kropp Co. (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Loveless Motel. 10 Miles West of Nashville, Tenn., On Highway 100.' on back of card: 'Loveless Motel. 14 Modern units - Electric heat - Choice, Air cooled or Air conditioned - Playground for children - Restaurant convenient. Located 10 Miles West of Nashville on Highway 100. Phone 97-6907.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_043
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Radio City Tourist Motel, Hollywood, California
Date(s): 1930/1950, 1930, 1950
Contributor(s): Colourpicture Publishers (Firm) (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Radio City Tourist Motel, 1319 Tamarind Ave., Hollywood, Calif. (At 5900 Block Sunset Blvd. - Between U.S. 101 and 66). Approved by All Motorists' on back of card: 'Radio City Tourist Motel. 1319 Tamarind Ave. (At 5900 block Sunset Blvd.) Free Broadcast Tickets. Free Theatre Tickets. Hollywood, Cal. Phone: Hollywood 9-4069. At the Entertainment Center of Hollywood. Near Earl Carrol's, Tom Brenneman's and All Broadcasting Stations - within 1 block walking Distance. Also...
Show moreOn front of card: 'Radio City Tourist Motel, 1319 Tamarind Ave., Hollywood, Calif. (At 5900 Block Sunset Blvd. - Between U.S. 101 and 66). Approved by All Motorists' on back of card: 'Radio City Tourist Motel. 1319 Tamarind Ave. (At 5900 block Sunset Blvd.) Free Broadcast Tickets. Free Theatre Tickets. Hollywood, Cal. Phone: Hollywood 9-4069. At the Entertainment Center of Hollywood. Near Earl Carrol's, Tom Brenneman's and All Broadcasting Stations - within 1 block walking Distance. Also Rooms with Kitchens. 15 Units.'
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Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_036
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Down Town Tourist Court, Asheville, North Carolina
Date(s): 1930/1950, 1930, 1950
Contributor(s): Colourpicture Publishers (Firm) (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'The Down Town Tourist Court, 1/2 Mile North of Business Center. On U.S. 19-23-25-70, Asheville, N.C.' on back of card: 'The Down Town Tourist Court. 65 Merrimon Ave., Asheville, N.C. On U.S. 19-23-25-70. Phone 9460. Only five blocks North of Business Center. Tile Baths, Hot Water Heat, Carpeted Floors, Two Lounge Chairs in each Room. Sound Proof Walls. No Pets. Owned and Operated by Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Hickey. M. J. McArtor. Associated with 'Superior Courts United, Inc.'...
Show moreOn front of card: 'The Down Town Tourist Court, 1/2 Mile North of Business Center. On U.S. 19-23-25-70, Asheville, N.C.' on back of card: 'The Down Town Tourist Court. 65 Merrimon Ave., Asheville, N.C. On U.S. 19-23-25-70. Phone 9460. Only five blocks North of Business Center. Tile Baths, Hot Water Heat, Carpeted Floors, Two Lounge Chairs in each Room. Sound Proof Walls. No Pets. Owned and Operated by Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Hickey. M. J. McArtor. Associated with 'Superior Courts United, Inc.' Also AAA and Duncan Hines Recommended.'
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Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_029
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Alamo Plaza Hotel Courts
Date(s): 1935?, 1935
Contributor(s): Bone-Crow Co. (Waco Tex.) (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Alamo Plaza Hotel Courts. 'Catering to Those Who Care.' Baton Rouge Shreveport (2) New Orleans, LA. Gulfport Jackson, Miss. Beaumont Dallas Houston Tyler Waco, Tex. Memphis Chattanooga Nashville, Tenn. Columbus Atlanta, GA. Charlotte Raleigh, N.C. Little Rock, Ark. Indianapolis, Ind. Oklahoma City, Okla.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_039
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Joy Court, Sweetwater, Texas
Date(s): 1925/1945, 1925, 1945
Contributor(s): Curt Teich & Co. (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Joy Court. Sweetwater, Texas. 'On the Broadway of America - Highway No. 80.' on back of card: 'Joy Court. Highway 80. Sweetwater, Texas. One of the largest and finest tourist camps in West Texas, Cottages with every modern convenience - close to downtown. We have Grocery Store - Cafe - Filling Station - Play Grounds. A home away from home. 'Air Cooled in Summer.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_104
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Wind Mill Motel and Restaurant
Date(s): 1930/1950, 1930, 1950
Contributor(s): Curt Teich & Co. (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Wind Mill Motel and Restaurant. Nicholasville, Kentucky.' on back of card: 'Wind Mill Motel and Restaurant. Photes: 9101-505F12. Seven miles south of LEXINGTON on U.S. 27. Nicholasvile, KY. Eighteen Rooms and eighteen Baths, Steam Heated, with Radios in each room. Excellent Food. Chicken and Steak a Specialty. New and Completely Modern.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_015
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Dutch Haven Restaurants
Date(s): 1940/1960, 1940, 1960
Contributor(s): Stel-Mar (Lancaster, Pa.) (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'This Is Family Style Served In Our Holland Dutch Room.' on back of card: 'Dutch Haven Restaurants. Village of Shops. US Rt. 30 - 8 Miles East of Lancaster in Soudersburg, Pa. 17577. Authentic Dutch Cooking served either family style or from the menu. Home of our Famous Dutch Haven Shoo-Fly Pie. Visit our unique Haven of specialty shops including two Gift Shops, Bake Shop, Kiddie Shop, Iron House, Animal Haven, Pretzel Shop, Bonnet & Hat Shop and Chief Yellow Hand's Indian...
Show moreOn front of card: 'This Is Family Style Served In Our Holland Dutch Room.' on back of card: 'Dutch Haven Restaurants. Village of Shops. US Rt. 30 - 8 Miles East of Lancaster in Soudersburg, Pa. 17577. Authentic Dutch Cooking served either family style or from the menu. Home of our Famous Dutch Haven Shoo-Fly Pie. Visit our unique Haven of specialty shops including two Gift Shops, Bake Shop, Kiddie Shop, Iron House, Animal Haven, Pretzel Shop, Bonnet & Hat Shop and Chief Yellow Hand's Indian Trading Post.'
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Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_124
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Wind Mill Motel and Restaurant
Date(s): 1930/1950, 1930, 1950
Contributor(s): Curt Teich & Co. (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Wind Mill Motel and Restaurant. Nicholasville, Kentucky.' on back of card: 'Wind Mill Motel and Restaurant. Photes: 9101-505F12. Seven miles south of LEXINGTON on U.S. 27. Nicholasvile, KY. Eighteen Rooms and eighteen Baths, Steam Heated, with Radios in each room. Excellent Food. Chicken and Steak a Specialty. New and Completely Modern, Air-Conditioned.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_014
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Newfound Gap Parking Area, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Date(s): 1935/1955, 1935, 1955
Contributor(s): Martin, Harry N. (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'W-4 - Newfound Gap Parking Area, Great Smoky Mountains National Park.' on back of card: 'Newfound Gap, elevation 5045 feet, is where the road of the same name crosses the main chain of the Great Smokies. There is ample room for parking hundreds of cars in this high gap. At the right is seen the starting point of the impressive Skyway, highly scenic park road, that swings gracefully near the crest of the mountain and climbs gently to an elevation of 6311 feet, near the top...
Show moreOn front of card: 'W-4 - Newfound Gap Parking Area, Great Smoky Mountains National Park.' on back of card: 'Newfound Gap, elevation 5045 feet, is where the road of the same name crosses the main chain of the Great Smokies. There is ample room for parking hundreds of cars in this high gap. At the right is seen the starting point of the impressive Skyway, highly scenic park road, that swings gracefully near the crest of the mountain and climbs gently to an elevation of 6311 feet, near the top of the 6632 foot Clingman's Dome - highest peak in the park. A glimpse of this peak is seen in the left background.'
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Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_109
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

Title: Palmetto Courts, San Antonio, Texas
Date(s): 1930/1950, 1930, 1950
Contributor(s): E.C. Kropp Co. (publisher)
Description: On front of card: 'Palmetto Courts...1954 E. Houston Street... San Antonio, Texas.' on back of card: 'Palmetto Courts--1954 E. Houston St., San Antonio, Texas. Ph. Garfield 4702. 12 blocks East of Post Office. Each Unit with Kitchenette and Tile Bath. I. Meader, owner.'
Collection ID: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States (Accession 2007.214)
Hagley ID: 2007214_040
Collection: Postcards of motels, roadside attractions, restaurants, etc. in the United States

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