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Hotel America, Hartford, Conn.
Image Not Available for Hotel America, Hartford, Conn.

Hotel America, Hartford, Conn.

Datebefore 1969
MediumPhotomechanical print; colored printer's inks on postcard
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 3 1/2 x 5 1/2in. (8.9 x 14cm)
Sheet (height x width): 3 1/2 x 5 1/2in. (8.9 x 14cm)
Credit LineGift of the Lansing Historical Museum
DescriptionParking lots full of automobiles and city streets are in front of a large modern hotel building. Signs read "HOTEL / AMERICA" "HOTEL AMERICA". Travelers Tower is visible in the left background.
Object number2006.56.1
MarkingsOn verso, upper left, in blue ink, "HOTEL AMERICA, HARTFORD, CONN.... a / truly exciting new Hotel in Constitution Plaza. Beautifully appointed, air-conditioned rooms--Famous Rib Room and Lounge, Tivoli Coffee House--swimming pool--free garage parking--conference and meeting rooms.... Ideal setting for business or pleasure. Tel: 278-2000."

On verso, upper center, postmark stamped in black ink, "BRATTLEBORO VT 05 01 1969"InscribedOn verso, left, in pencil, "Dear Grandma, / I'm excited about coming. I have to get new socks before I come. Yesterday was Mommy's birthday. We had a fun time. Paul and I played Happy Birthday. Love, Sarah."; right, in black ink, "Mrs. Paul Larnahan / Rt. 3 Box 124 / Leavenworth Kansas / 66048"; lower right, in pencil, accession number.
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