Paso Del Norte Motel Palo Alto CA Vintage Postcard 1950s California Roadside
$ 5.28
Description
Paso Del Norte Motel Palo Alto CA Vintage Postcard 1950s California Roadside. 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. This captivating vintage postcard features the Paso Del Norte Motel in Palo Alto, California, showcasing a classic mid-century roadside experience. The front of the card presents two distinct views: the upper image highlights the inviting motel entrance with its prominent "Paso Del Norte MOTEL" sign, while the lower view captures the serene swimming pool area, complete with a colorful awning and lounge chairs, set amidst lush California greenery. Printed as a vibrant chrome postcard, this piece beautifully preserves the architectural and leisure aesthetics of its era. The detailed imagery reflects the quality and style popular in the 1950s to early 1960s, a golden age for motor travel and roadside accommodations. The reverse side includes a U.S. Postage 3¢ Liberty stamp, which helps date the postcard, and a clear postmark from Palo Alto, California. The card details the motel's address at 4238 El Camino Real and mentions its affiliation with Western Motels, making it a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of California history, vintage motels, and mid-century Americana.
