Thursday, December 31, 2015

Shirley Temple


SHIRLEY TEMPLE
MOVIELAND WAX MUSEUM
WORLD'S LARGEST
Buena Park, California
Children and adults alike are stirred when they see this set of Shirley Temple smiling "Golden Girl" of the 30's as she stands on deck of the Good Ship Lollipop in the movie "Bright Eyes."

Wednesday, December 30, 2015

Johnina Hotel


Johnina Hotel
On the Beach at 71st Street
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA
Completely Air-Conditioned . . . Swimming Pool
Cabana Club . . . Cocktail Lounge
Solarium . . . Private Beach
Open all year.

Tuesday, December 29, 2015

Tex Terry & Cadillac


FRONTIER CITY, INC.
MANSFIELD, INDIANA in PARKE COUNTY
TEX TERRY, well-known Hollywood motion picture actor and host, with his fabulous $12,000 Cadillac . . . hand-tooled cow hide interior, 5 foot steer horn, seven guns, silver quarterhorse trophies, twenty-two silver and gold horseshoes. Background MANSFIELD ROLLER MILL, built 1823, still operating daily, by water power.
 

Saturday, December 26, 2015

Welcome to Cypress Gardens


The sign that greets the visitors at eht entrance to beautiful Cypress Gardens, Florida.

IF YOU'D HAVE A MINE AT PEACE
A HEART THAT CANNOT HARDEN
GO FIND A DOOR THAT OPENS WIDE
UPON A LOVELY GARDEN

postmarked 1960

Friday, December 25, 2015

Christmas Catering


J. H. Herl
Established 1920
Long Island's Leading Caterer
Complete Catering Service for Weddings, Dinners, Receptions. For Home Entertainment Hors d' oeuvres, Sandwiches, Salads, etc. Rentals in an amount of china, silver, Glass, Chairs and Tables of the finest quality. 123 School Street, Glen Cove, Long Island.
 

Thursday, December 24, 2015

Jolly Santa


JOLLY V.I.P.  —  This whimsical Santa centerpiece is practically bursting with good cheer. A Christ;mas favorite to charm the kiddies and add zest to your holiday home. JOLLY V.I.P. stands over 20" high. He's easily made with special balloon forms and interesting papier-mache process. Exciting kit contains complete materials and fun-to-follow instructions. An original creation from the studios of National Handcraft Institute.

Wednesday, December 23, 2015

Welcome to Santa's House


Two of Santa's deer looking for a handout at the North Pole, N.Y., Workshop. 

Color photo by Herbert Lanks

Tuesday, December 22, 2015

Decorated Christmas Trees


More than 90 decorated Christmas trees, each demonstrating the artistry, originality, and loving care lavished on them by the expert staff of the FAIRFIELD HOME & GARDEN CENTER (the home of the Christmas Ice Caverns) Route #46, Fairfield, N. J.

Monday, December 21, 2015

Map: Greetings from South Dakota


Nickname — Coyote State
1950 Population — 652,740
Area in Sq. Miles — 77,615
Entered the Union, Nov. 2,1889

Sunday, December 20, 2015

Poor Santa


Merry Xmas
from
SANTA CLAUS

A GENUINE
"ELMER ANDERSON"
COMIC POST CARD

Saturday, December 19, 2015

Santa's Village


Santa's Village
Santa's Village has the North Pole. It's ice cold and never melts.

NEAR LOS ANGELES,   Skyforest, Calif. (near Lake Arrowhead)
NEAR SAN FRANCISCO,  6348 Los Gatos Highway, Santa Cruz, Calif.
NEAR CHICAGO,  Highway 25 & 72, Dundee, Illinois
 

Friday, December 18, 2015

Roast Beef Buffet


HOTEL BETHLEHEM
BETHLEHEM, PENNSYLVANIA
DIRECTION AMERICAN HOTELS CORPORATION

THE SATURDAY NIGHT ROAST BEEF BUFFET .  A PERENNIAL COMMUNITY FEATURE.  THIS BUFFET AND OTHERS SERVED AT PRIVATE FUNCTIONS IN THE NUMEROUS AND ATTRACTIVE BANQUET ROOMS.

Thursday, December 17, 2015

The Three Wise Men


THE THREE WISE MEN
As shown on the grounds of Kathryn A Scoskie, florist, 387 Paramus Rd., Paramus, N. J. These figures are all animated and are visited by thousands of people during the Holidays. Starting December 15th until January 30th.
 

Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Christmas Lites


SNAPIT Christmas Lites
All Sets are Equipped with Westinghouse Lamps, and listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
SERIES TYPE INDOOR OUTFIT
MULTIPLE TYPE INDOOR OUTFITS
MULTIPLE TYPE OUTDOOR WEATHERPROOF OUTFITS
FLASH-O-LITE MULTIPLE INDOOR TYPE OUTFITS
WESTINGHOUSE CHRISTMAS TREE LAMPS
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ALL LAMPS ARE PACKED IN UNITS OF 5 OR 10 ASSORTED OR SOLID COLORS  -
RED, GREEN, ORANGE, WHITE, BLUE AND PINK
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Cable Electric Products, Inc.     Providence 7, R. I.     April 16, 1956

Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Route of the Flagships



In Flight, Route of the Flagships
Volando Por la Ruta de los "Flagships"
AMERICAN AIRLINES

Every moment of every flight is carefully plotted and planned before you even leave the ground.

Desde mucho antes de que usted deje tierra, cada vuelo se proyecta, se planea y se traza minuto a minuto de su duracíon.

Monday, December 14, 2015

Map: Illiamo Land


Map of ILLIAMO LAND
The Mississippi River valley at the point where Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri meet. Scenic, Historic, Vacation land from Burlington, Iowa to Clarksville, Missouri on the Great River Road.

 

Saturday, December 12, 2015

Santa's Land Vermont


SANTA'S LAND USA
PUTNEY, VERMONT "Where it's Christmas time all the time"
" Welcome . . . to all the joys of Christmas, all the year 'round! Join me on a fun filled trip through the happiest land you'll ever find!"  – SANTA CLAUS 


Friday, December 11, 2015

Date Gift Packs


"A GIFT TO REMEMBER"
Three of our loveliest date packs, bringing warm California sunshine into your home any day of the year. On the left is the beautiful "Regency" box, packed with jumbo Medjool dates, our largest and finest. In the center is our three-pound variety pack — a luscious assortment of choice fruit. "Petite Jewel," on the right, is filled with golden mel-in-your-mouth Barhis. These are but a few of the many varieties growing to perfection in our Gardens. A family enterprise, founded 40 years ago, Laflin Date Gardens, P.O. Box 757, Thermal, California, guarantee delivery and your complete satisfaction. Write for our price list and descriptive literature.

postmarked 1957
 

Thursday, December 10, 2015

Santa's Elves


SANTA'S ELVES RESTING AT ENTRANCE, NORTH POLE, COLORADO
This is the entrance building to fairyland at North Pole, Colorado. Psusing for a rest, are three of Santa's busy helpers, dressed in colorful costumes.

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Choice Farm Fresh Holly


HOLIDAY GIFT SELECTIONS
HOLLY GIFT PACKS
HOLLY WREATHS
LIVING BERRIED HOLLY TREES
LONGVIEW HOLLY FARMS
(1411 West Side Highway)
Longview, Washington

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Convair Flagship



AMERICAN AIRLINES
America's Leading Airline
THE UNITED STATES — CANADA — MEXICO 

 

Saturday, December 5, 2015

Santa Claus House


SANTA CLAUS HOUSE
511 Santa Claus Lane
North Pole, Alaska

postmarked 1964

Friday, December 4, 2015

Delicious Desserts



Nationally Famous
BALKAN ARMENIAN RESTAURANT
LIQUOR — SERVICE BAR — WINES
129 East 27th Street  •  New York 16, N. Y.
AIR CONDITIONED

YOUR HOSTS
ED AND LOUISE BERBERIAN

You Select Your Dishes from
KODACOLOR PICTURES

Thursday, December 3, 2015

1955 Christmas Cards


Dear Customer:
  Our finest collection of Personal Christmas Cards ever, is now on display!
  Come in NOW. Let us help you make a selection while assortments are complete. Ask to see the new "Hampton" designs. The cards illustrated have been selected from their 1955 albums.
  We are looking forward to seeing you.


Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Holiday Menswear & Gifts


Holiday Time Is Dress-Up Time
GET A GOOD START ON THE HOLIDAY SEASON BY SELECTING ONE OF OUR CUSTOM-QUALITY GARMENTS NOW. BLUE, OF COURSE, IS ONE OF THE MOST FAVORED FOR ALL OCCASIONS. IT IS NOT TOO EARLY TO SELECT YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFTS FROM OUR FINE ASSORTMENTS. WE'VE REALLY GONE ALL OUT TO PRESTNT THE SMARTEST AND FINEST GIFTS FOR THE LUCKY MAN.
Schaefer Bros.
154 Market  •  Paterson, N. J.
open till 9 P. M. Every Night Till Christmas

Tuesday, December 1, 2015

Delaware Memorial Bridge


NEW JERSEY TURNPIKE. Approach to Delaware Memorial Bridge by Rte. 40 on Delaware side of Delaware River.

postmarked 1967
 
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