Description
The Hotel U.S. Grant in Mattoon, Illinois, is pictured on this vintage postcard, showcasing its tan and brown facade and red roof, with a car parked out front and an American flag waving proudly. A 1-cent green stamp marks this postcard, postmarked 1935, revealing news of a candy delivery and a trip, including stops in Memphis and Pasadena. This delightful piece of history offers a glimpse into travel and correspondence from the 1930s.
Front Text (cleaned):
HOTEL U.S. GRANT, Mattoon, Ill.
Hotel U.S. Grant
122551
Back Text (cleaned):
The box of candy arrived. We are very much of you. You should not have such a big box. Too good. Wish I could write a letter but there is no chance now—the spent the night here and will join Ralged towingle Mrs. Lane Blackturne at Memphis. I hope sister has had difficult but managed to get well enough to start. All has been going well as far and I hope all is well with you. Enjoying the trip. Hotel Green Pasadena – Love Adella. Wilmont Ave Washington Penn.
