July 2015 NA RR - Iowa Map

Fun pictorial map of Iowa from Diana. Many thanks! 

July 2015 NA RR - Philippi Covered Bridge

Thank you Chrissy for this new covered bridge! So pretty.

This historic West Virginia covered bridge is located on  US RT 219 at Philippi.  The bridge was seized by union troops and used as barracks during the first land battle of the Civil War.  The war's first amputation was performed here.

July 2015 NA RR - She Came To Stay

This is a very groovy Penguin book cover, circa 1966.  Love it, Sally!  Thank you!! 

July 2015 NA RR - Royals - Charles Diana William

 

This card from Olga is precious. Thank you!  

July 2015 NA RR - Yank Magazine Cover

Great vintage magazine cover!  April 30, 1944.

July 2015 NA RR - Aloha Elvis

Thank you to Colleen for adding another Elvis postcard to the collection.  This is a great one... I love his suit! 

July 2015 NA RR - Platform Sandal

Leather and cork sandal, 1938, by Salvatore Ferragamo.   Don't you just love it!?  I do! 

July 2015 NA RR - Front Door

This is a gorgeous photo but it is a Zazzle postcard and has no information on it.  That is my biggest complaint about Zazzle - people just slap a photo up there and sell it as a postcard. I wish they would take the time to edit the backside of the cards and give some context. 

I do love this image though! It is exactly my taste!  Thank you Alicia!

July 2015 NA RR - Benjamin Franklin Bridge

The Benjamin Franklin Bridge, located in Philadelphia, opened in 1928.  It connects Camden to Philadelphia over the Delaware River.

July 2015 NA RR - Green Mountains, Vermont

What a beautiful card - love those bugs!  Thanks Lisa!!!

July 2015 NA RR - Motel Plante

Phone 532.  In the centre of town at the entrance of Jacques Cartier St and Queen Street (on private road). 25 modern units, sound proof, phone, free tv and radio, wall to wall carpet, bath and shower heated with individual thermostat.  Coffee shop.  Rooms and chalets available. Open all year. 

No longer a motel, the Hotel Plante now exists at the same location. 

Thank you to Christine for adding this one to my collection! 

July 2015 NA RR - Lake Tahoe - Emerald Bay

Breathtaking view.  Thank you, Sally! 

July 2015 NA RR - Moutain Spring Hotel

"The nearest thing to Ireland". Located in the heart of the Greene County (East Durham, NY) vacation area off the main highway. Accommodates 200. Large filtered pool, new air conditioned dining room with seating capacity for 400 and the Colonial room - our gay air conditioned cocktail lounge. Acres of beautifully landscaped grounds with all resort sports and activities.

July 2015 NA RR - Sylouette Television

Thanks to Christine for this one! 

July 2015 NA RR - Sage Motel

Kelly sent me this little gem, the Sage Motel in Wells, Nevada.  Love the colour scheme and the cinder block wall.  Amenities include:  television, heated pool, air conditioned by refrigeration, individual controlled hot water heat, room phones.

July 2015 NA RR - Four Oaks Motel

A very fine Clearwater, Fl motel from Mike.  Located 1/2 mile west of US 19 with only a short drive to Gulf Beaches. New ultra-modern efficiency apartments, and overnights.  Brand new heated pool, shuffleboard, barbeque grill, colour tv, individual heat/air.  Daily maid service available. Shopping centres and fine restaurants within walking distance.  Sam and Giovanna, Owners/Managers.

July 2015 NA RR - Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The Davis-Queen house is part of the Mountain Farm Museum located two miles north of Cherokee, NC. The open-air museum also includes a springhouse, apple house barn, meal house, blacksmith shop, and historic gardens and livestock.

Thank you Heather for this gorgeous card!! 

July 2015 NA RR - Oops, I Went Punk

This postcard from Michele completely made my day!  So adorable, I love it!  Thank you! 

The back reads:

"Die for my beliefs?  I just wanted to dye my hair!"  :)

July 2015 NA RR - Sunset Inn

Located minutes from Falls and all major attractions.  3 short blocks south of QE Highway on Stanley Ave.  all new beautifully furnished, fully carpeted spacious rooms.  Colour TV.  Individually controlled heat and air conditioning. Shower and bath. Heated Pool.  Your hosts: The Aiello Family.

This gem is still in business today.  Thank you, Erin!

July 2015 NA RR - Saudi Arabia

Vintage Saudi Arabia card from Robin. This is either Jeddah or Meca.  Great card...love that funky colourful border!