This hotel stood just down the road from the previous post, as indicated by the Lincolnway address. This road is also known as US Highway 30.
The description states:
When you visit Cheyenne, the Home of FRONTIER DAYS, be sure to stop at Cheyenne’s Newest and Finest HOME RANCH MOTEL, on East Lincolnway (Hi-way 30). Ultra-modern inits with wall to wall carpeting, T.V., Tile Baths and Thermostatic Temperature control. You will receive a cordial welcome by Mr. and Mrs. M. W. (Bill) Shepherd, Owners and Operators.
–This establishment existed in this general form and with this name until a few years ago, but is now closed. The postcard likely dates to the 1950s.
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Scout Motel, Cheyenne, Wyoming
This image shows the main building and some of the lodgings for the Scout Motel. This structure is not the original construction, shown here.
The description states:
SCOUT MOTEL
2530 East Lincolnway Cheyenne, Wyoming
Phone 632-8938
Phones, TV Air Conditioning — All Rooms
Close to Hospitals, Restaurants and Recreational Facilities
–The inclusion of hospitals among the desirable locations is peculiar. This establishment no longer exists. The autos shown in the image indicate this card dates from the 1950s.
Green River and Toll Gate Rock, Wyoming
This image shows the same perspective as the last posting, but with a closer focus on the formation known as Toll Gate Rock.
The description states:
#4042 — Toll Gate Rock reflected in the placid waters of Green River on U. S. 30 just west of the city of Green River, Wyoming.
–The name comes from a time when the Momons in the area cut a pass for travellers and charged a toll. This image does not show the route of the current Interstate 80, which cuts behind the formation. This image likely dates from the 1950s.
Green River and Formations, Wyoming
This image shows a bend in the Green River in Wyoming as it passes two large rock formations.
The description states:
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Green River runs along the Palisades and Toll Rock west of Green River, Wyoming.
–These formations are the result of many millions of years of erosion where softer rock has been removed leaving the harder rock behind. This photo likely dates from the 1950s.
Rock Formations, Green River, Wyoming
These exposed rock outcrops are typical of the geologic formations found near Green River, Wyoming.
The description states:
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Nature’s rock garden at the west side of Green River, Wyoming.
–The formations are known as buttes, to distinguish them from the larger flat-topped formations called mesas. This card likely dates from the 1950s.
Court House, Green River, Wyoming
This image shows the historic Green River Courthouse. It serves at the county courthouse for Sweetwater County in Wyoming.
The description states:
GREEN RIVER COURT HOUSE, in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, with the Oregon Trail Memorial. In the background can be seen the famous Castle Rock.
–This card likely dates from the 1950s.
Nolff’s Yankee Boy Trading Post, South Boardman, Michigan
This establishment was an early forerunner of gas stations that included a market along with the refueling services, a commonplace arrangement in the current day. It still exists at this location.
The description states:
NOLFF’S YANKEE BOY TRADING POST
and TRUCK STOP
Open 7 a.m. till Midnight
Box 151, South Boardman, Michigan 49633
PH. 1-616-369-7111
Located 9 miles south of Kalkaska on U.S. 131, overlooking the Old Boardman Mill Pond…
Cabins, Restaurant, Grocery, Beer and Wine, Pure Gas, Bottle Gas, Sport Shop, Live Bait, Fishing and Hunting Licenses.
–This kind of multi-purpose establishment was common in more rural areas where tourists or passers-by would have an opportunity to purchase supplies for their ongoing journey or for their sporting activity in the region.
This postcard was used, and is dated 1968.
Cedar Bluff Motel, Benton Harbor, Michigan
This artist’s rendition is of a typical lakeside motel from the mid-20th century, with accommodations and features focussed on the water activities.
The description states:
18 Modern Units, Ceramic Tiled Baths — 800 feet Private Sandy Lake Michigan Beach — 2 Picnic Areas — Playground Equipment — TV in Office Lounge — 2 Restaurants Nearby — Close to all Activities.
Families Welcome
Rt. 3, Box 231 — Benton Harbor, Mich.
Phone Walnut 5-1419
R.B. Hornack, Owner-Mgr.
–This motel was a reconstruction of an earlier establishment on the same location that had free standing cabins. The motel no longer exists. The illustration shows a car that dates this card from the 1950s.
Mackinac Bridge Traffic, Mackinaw City, Michigan
This image is composed in the typical tourist fashion: by leaning out of the passenger side window during the drive across the bridge. An empty ore freighter is clearly visible about to pass under the bridge.
The description states:
THE MACKINAC BRIDGE
In Michigan — The Water Wonderland
A view on the Mackinac Bridge from car with window rolled down. This is typical of bridge view taken by motorists who are fortunate enough to have someone else at the driver’s seat. The every steady stream of freighters passing underneath add to the spectacular beauty to be seen from the bridge. Such an experience is one of ‘life’s little extras.”
–The transcription is correct. The errors are in the original. This card, as indicated by the visible cars, dates from the 1950s.
Mackinac Bridge at Night, Mackinac City, Michigan
This image shows the Mackinac Bridge illuminated along the roadway and cabling in a night setting. The streaks of light below are an effect of the lights reflecting off the water of Lake Michigan during a long exposure.
The description states:
THE MACKINAC BRIDGE
State of Michigan
Gaily lighted during the hours of darkness. The roadway lights are a sparkling blue-green color, the bale lights a deep amber, the navigation lights on top of towers are red and flash constantly. Two green lights mark the midpoint of the center span, and two red lights near the towers of the center span mark the channel for the lake boat traffic. On evenings when the water is calm, beautiful reflections are the joy of camera enthusiasts. This multi-million dollar bridge, dedicated in June of 1958, spans the Straits of Mackinac, joining the lower and upper peninsulas of Michigan.
–This card dates from the 1950s.