Saturday, April 30, 2016

Friday, April 29, 2016

Alpine-Alpa Cheeses


"OHIO'S SHOWPLACE OF CHEESEMAKING"
Fresh milk from area Holmes County farms, combined with more that 57 years of cheesemaking experience and one of the most up-to-date automated factories in the nation, produce fourteen varieties of cheese — 300.000 pounds per month,. Visitors to Alpine-Alpa can watch the process from a special viewing area

ALPINE-AL;PA
1504 U.S. Rt. 62
Wilmot, Ohio 


Thursday, April 28, 2016

Brown's No. 1 Gifts


BROWN'S NO. 1 GIFTS
1 Mile South of Rocky Mount, N. C.
U. S. 301
Gifts, Novelties, Souvenirs, Pottery, Lawn Ornaments
"Cigarettes"
All Tax Included - Factory Fresh - No Limit
Mail Orders Filled

 

Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Old Orchard Beach


OLD ORCHARD BEACH, MAINE
Amusement Center at Maine's famous Summer Resort

postmarked 1955

 

Tuesday, April 26, 2016

The Last Wagon West


THE LAST WAGON WEST
The Gilllis Family stopping along the highway to talk and visit with their fans and well wishers. The entire family sleeps in the wagon or alongside in their sleeping bags every night.



 

Monday, April 25, 2016

Map: Greetings from West Virginia


Nickname--Panhandle State
1960 Population--1,860,421
Area in Sq. Miles--24,170
Entered the Union, June 20, 1863

Saturday, April 23, 2016

Bighorn National Forest


Bighorn National Forest Sign on highway over the Big Horn Mountains

postmarked 1966

 

Friday, April 22, 2016

Cheese Ball


"HICKORY FARMS OF OHIO'S" famous Cheese Ball is made from a special blend of cheeses, sprinkled with ground, selected nuts . . . and topped with a red cherry.

 

Thursday, April 21, 2016

Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Hi-Vu Campground


HI-VU CAMPGROUND
in beautiful Ute Pass
Private Hot Showers & Rest Roomspos
8 miles west of Manitou Springs on Highway 24
Close to all recreation and stores.
A friendly place to stay.


postmarked 1967 

Tuesday, April 19, 2016

Boston Sightseeing Bus


Boston has long been known for its pioneering spirit. In keeping with that tradition AMERICAN SIGHTSEEING TOURS in Boston has created this new open air coach that is designed to be the sightseeing vehicle of tomorrow. Trips start daily from the BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, COPLEY SQAURE.




Monday, April 18, 2016

Map: Allegheny National Forest


Traveling east and west or north and south, the beautiful rolling hills of Pennsylvania are unsurpassed. Excellent facilities for swimming, camping, hiking and picnicking are found in many areas. Sportsmen are attracted by good hunting and fishing in season.

 

Saturday, April 16, 2016

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge


THE U. S. WILDLIFE REFUGE NEAR CRATERVILLE PARK, OKLA.
Visitors to the 64,000-acre U. S. Wildlife Refuge near Craterville Park are greeted by this sign at each entrance. The refuge has buffalo, elk, deer, antelope, turkeys, longhorns, and many kinds of trees, wild flowers and birds. Free to everybody.

Friday, April 15, 2016

Worm's Hilltop House


This photograph shows one of the many lazy Susans at Worm's Hilltop House, where fish and chicken dinners are served. Situated 5 miles from the city limits on South Lake shore Drive, Shreveport, Louisiana. "The Home of the lazy Susan."
 

Thursday, April 14, 2016

Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Alligator Wrestling


Spinetingling action showing a Seminole Indian brave alligator wrestling. One of the many tropical attractions at Aquafair, Miami, Florida.

 

Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Wisconsin Dells Post House


THE POST HOUSE
On I.H. 90-94 in scenic Wisconsin Dells is this new Interstate Hiway Post House. The distinctive red-roofed  Cafeteria seats 128 persons, serving travelers, vacationers, local residents and Greyhound bus passengers. In addition to excellent food, souvenirs and gifts are also available. The Dells area is noted for scenic boat trips and Indian pageantry.
Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
 

Saturday, April 9, 2016

Gillette Billboard


GILLETTE, WYOMING. "the Home of the Antelope," boasts well over 6,000 population. The natural resources of coal and oil and many large cattle and sheep ranches keep this little town bustling. Gillette is famous for its antelope and deer hunting, along with that, the fisherman will find a delight. Many fine restaurants and motels, city park, swimming pool and campground accommodate guests.


Friday, April 8, 2016

Strongbow Turkey Farm & Inn


Strongbow
TURKEY FARM & INN
On Highway 30 — ¼ Mile East of 49
Valparaiso, Indiana
All turkeys served here are from our own flocks. The Home of Strongbow Turkey Pies and the famous Strongbow Smoked Turkey. We take pride in serving the best Turkey Dinners, Steaks and Sandwiches. Beautifully packaged Gift Turkeys, fresh or smoked, shipped everywhere in the United States. Over 750 roses of many beautiful & colorful varieties.
Member of American Rose Society

Thursday, April 7, 2016

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Amish Schoolroom


An Amish schoolroom in Pennsylvania shows lovely children surrounded by evidences of their skills and interests. The foil-wrapped potatoes on the heat-register will provide the noon luncheon.

 

Tuesday, April 5, 2016

Ohio Turnpike Sign


Sign showing direction to the Ohio Turnpike as seen from one of the Entrances along the Turnpike.

postmarked 1958

Monday, April 4, 2016

Saturday, April 2, 2016

Deer Forest Entrance Sign


DEER FOREST AT PAW PAW LAKES
Entrance to Deer Forest animal park where visitors feed, pet and photograph 500 of the world's tamest animals roaming free in 30 acres of beautiful woods. Picnicking, story book exhibits, Santa Claus and animal acts.

Photography by John Penrod
 

Friday, April 1, 2016

Crab Stand -- Fisherman's Wharf


FISHERMAN'S WHARF, SAN FRANCISCO
One of San Francisco's most famous attractions is Fisherman's Wharf where crabs and other shell fish are cooked in steaming kettles while you wait.

July 63 handwritten on back

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