Hotel Hillcrest Toledo Ohio Linen Postcard E. C. Kropp Co. Vintage 1930s-40s
$ 5.02
Description
Hotel Hillcrest Toledo Ohio Linen Postcard E. C. Kropp Co. Vintage 1930s-40s. 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 vintage piece of Toledo, Ohio, with this captivating linen postcard featuring the iconic Hotel Hillcrest. The front of the card presents a vibrant, detailed illustration of the grand Hotel Hillcrest building, prominently located at Madison Ave. and 16th St. The architectural details, classic automobiles lining the street, and lush green trees beautifully capture the essence of a bygone era. The distinctive signage for "HOTEL HILLCREST" adds to its historical charm, making it a wonderful snapshot of urban life in the mid-20th century. This collectible postcard, produced by the renowned E. C. Kropp Co. of Milwaukee, Wis., is a testament to quality printing techniques of its time. The linen texture, characteristic of postcards from the 1930s and 1940s, lends a unique tactile quality to the image. The reverse side includes a descriptive text highlighting The Hillcrest as "Toledo's Finest Apartments and Hotel," emphasizing its luxurious accommodations and convenient yet peaceful location. This postcard offers a glimpse into the sophisticated hospitality and urban landscape of Toledo, Ohio, making it a significant piece for collectors of Ohioana, hotel memorabilia, or vintage travel ephemera.
