Laurel Highlands Motel Chalk Hill PA Postcard Vintage Chrome 1960s Lincoln Stamp-image
Laurel Highlands Motel Chalk Hill PA Postcard Vintage Chrome 1960s Lincoln Stamp-image

Laurel Highlands Motel Chalk Hill PA Postcard Vintage Chrome 1960s Lincoln Stamp

$ 5.28

Type: Chrome Unit Type: Unit Unit Quantity: 1 Country: USA Features: Stamp, Postmark, Divided Back Year Manufactured: 1962 Postage Condition: Posted Region: Pennsylvania Unit of Sale: Single Unit Country of Origin: United States Signed: No Number of Items in Set: 1 Time Period Manufactured: 1960-1969 Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) brand: R. F. Bohman Brand/Publisher: R. F. Bohman Original/Licensed Reprint: Original City: Chalk Hill Continent: North America Subject: Motel, Roadside Americana, Travel, Historical Site

Description

Laurel Highlands Motel Chalk Hill PA Postcard Vintage Chrome 1960s Lincoln Stamp. This captivating vintage postcard features the iconic Laurel Highlands Motel in Chalk Hill, Pennsylvania. The vibrant chrome-era imagery captures the motel's inviting mid-century modern aesthetic, prominently displaying its distinctive roadside sign with listed amenities like electric heat, TV in rooms, phone service, modern bathrooms, picnic tables, a playground, and even dog kennels. Situated eight miles east of Uniontown on historic Route 40, this charming roadside stop offered comfort and convenience to travelers exploring the scenic Laurel Highlands region. The reverse side reveals a glimpse into the past with a handwritten message dated May 9th, detailing a traveler's stay and their visit to significant historical sites such as General Braddock's Grave and a spot where George Washington gained fame, highlighting the rich historical tapestry of Fayette County. The postcard bears a 4-cent Abraham Lincoln U.S. Postage stamp and a Washington, D.C. postmark, adding to its historical authenticity and collectible appeal. This piece is a wonderful snapshot of American travel history, perfect for collectors of Pennsylvania memorabilia, roadside Americana, or vintage motel postcards.

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