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Postcard Gallery - 1950's
(123 Items)

Many of these cards were purchased on ebay, some were donated by classmates, and others were shamelessly plagiarized from unsuspecting ebay sellers who were demanding a king's ransom for them.

Cards and other images in this gallery are from the 1950 decade. If you grew up in the Gaylord area during this decade you will fondly remember many of these scenes. A few of the cards couldn't be accurately dated so we put them here because they appeared to be from this era.

Here's how to view them; click on the Thumbnail Panel numbers to select which set of thumbnails that you would like to view, then just click on the thumbnail image and the full-sized image will be displayed below. Postcard descriptions and captions will be displayed at the bottom of the full-sized image.

Check out the old Chevy in the background. Also note the old telephone number. It was before we had dial phones and the operator would ask, "Number Please?"

6 miles South of Gaylord, Michigan on U.S. 27. Overlooking beautiful Otsego Lake Modern with tiled showers For reservations write - Birch Hill Motel, Route 2, Gaylord, Michigan or phone Gaylord 1-3131

The "Ox Yoke" building situated right on the beach offers a breath-taking view of lovely Lake Dixon through its big picture windows. The huge patio in front is the scene of afternoon dancing and outdoor barbeques. Inside you can lounge in front of the fireplace, play ping pong, dance, eat, or shop.

The county seat of Otsego County, located on high- ways US 27 and M32 and the N.Y.C. railroad. With more than 100 lakes and the Black, Sturgeon, Pigeon, Au Sable and Manistee Rivers -- the five noted trout streams -- nearby. Gaylord is a popular gathering place for vacationists. Winter sports are also popular here. Gaylord is the highest point in the Lower Peninsula.

(Courtesy of John Wheeler)

(Courtesy of John Wheeler)
(Courtesy of Clayton Barber)

The back of the card refers to the "New" Mackinac Bridge. The bridge opened to traffic in November of 1957.

Leo & Minnie Schlang (parents of classmate Jim Schlang) bought the cabins, restaurant and Mobile gas station in 1945.
Not a postcard, but definitely a memory jerker . . .

SNOW VALLEY SKI CLUB - GAYLORD, MICHIGAN - Located west side of Otsego Lake. Accommodations for 1000 persons - dining and dancing.
SNOW VALLEY SKI CLUB - GAYLORD, MICHIGAN - Located west side of Otsego Lake. Certified instruction - national ski patrol.
SNOW VALLEY SKI CLUB - GAYLORD, MICHIGAN - Located west side of Otsego Lake. Relaxing in the rustic lounge after skiing.

OTSEGO LAKE STATE PARK - A favorite place to relax and enjoy the great out-of-doors. The part offers excellent camping along the shores of Otsego Lake just south of Gaylord, Michigan.
(Courtesy of John Wheeler)

(Courtesy of John Wheeler)
(Complements of Mark Stauter)

The Ox Yoke Beach Building with large spacious Dance Hall, large Recreation Room, beautiful Stage, Snack Shop and Gift Shop on the shores of beautiful Lake Dixon at GAY EL RANCHO RESORT RANCH, GAYLORD, MICHIGAN.
Postmarked October 29, 1951

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