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Edgewater Beach Hotel Chicago IL Vintage Postcard Lake Michigan Beach C.T. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. Discover a vibrant piece of Chicago's past with this vintage postcard showcasing the iconic Edgewater Beach Hotel and Apartments. The detailed illustration captures a bustling scene on the shores of Lake Michigan, with numerous bathers enjoying the sand and water in front of the grand hotel complex. The distinctive architecture of the hotel, complete with flags flying, stands majestically against the skyline, reflecting an era of luxurious leisure and resort living in the Windy City. This "C.T. Art-Colortone" postcard, a signature production of Curt Teich & Co., Inc., is renowned for its vivid colors and artistic rendition, characteristic of early to mid-20th century printing techniques. The reverse side features a detailed description of the hotel's amenities, including its 1,000 rooms, garage for 200 cars, playgrounds, gardens, tennis courts, golf course, private bathing beach, and an open-air marble dancing floor. This collectible piece offers a fascinating glimpse into the historical significance and architectural splendor of one of Chicago's most celebrated landmarks, making it a treasured item for enthusiasts of vintage travel, Chicago history, and postcard collecting.