Gaylord High School 1965 - Postcards 1960's

Herb Brock's 16th Birthday!

THE TEEN CHALET - One mile west of Gaylord, Michigan on M-32 - Dancing - Pool - Snacks - Northern Michigan's Newest and Finest Facility for Young Adult Entertainment. We feature top Rick N' Roll Bankds all year around for your pleasure. It's tough.
FOUR SEASONS MOTEL, one half mile north of Gaylord on old 27 at the city limits. Center of Northern Michigan's Vacation Area. Attractively furnished carpeted units - filed baths - tubs & showers. Thermostatic controlled heat. Free T.V. - For year 'round comfort. Hudson & Elenora Anderson - Phone 732-5437 - Gaylord, Mich. 49735

"Features: 5400 square feet on main floor, 9 teller stations, plus 2 drive-in windows, night depository, community room, 33 cars on premises parking. Front of building cut fieldstone native to area, open beam ceiling cedar deck, travertine marble lobby floor, modern alpine motif." Note: The Big Boy Restaurant opened in the old bank building when the new bank opened
GOCHA'S DOWNTOWN MOTEL 208 South Otsego Ave., Gaylord, Mich. 49735 Rooms to accommodate 1 to 4 persons. TV - Hi Fi - Call Service - Tubs and showers - Inn Room Coffee. Complimentary Service to and from the Airport. Theater, Bowling Alley and Five Restaurants with a half block.

GOLFVIEW MOTEL - On Old 27 - one-half mile south of GAYLORD, MICHIGAN - Spacious - double and single units. Ceramic baths choice of tub or shower. TV and hi-fi. Carpeted - cross ventilation - hot water heat. Located on golf course near beautiful Otsego Lake. OPEN YEAR 'ROUND FOR SUMMER AND WINTER SPORTS. - Phone Gaylord 732-5138 - HAROLD and MARIE GRAY GOLFVIEW MOTEL On Old 27 - one-half mile south of GAYLORD, MICHIGAN Spacious - double and single units. Ceramic baths choice of tub or shower, TV and hi-fi. Carpeted - cross ventilation - hot water heat. Located on golf course near beautiful Otsego Lake. OPEN YEAR 'ROUND FOR SUMMER AND WINTER SPORTS. Phone Gaylord 732-5138 HAROLD and MARIE GRAY
THE MAIN LODGE - Hidden Valley, Gaylord, Michigan

Notice the old courthouse tower in the right background and the Studebaker Lark in the right foreground. (Courtesy of Jack Wheeler)

SEA SHELL CITY - US 27 - Gaylord, Michigan - Treasures of the Sea - Alligator wrestling

OTSEGO LAKE STATE PARK - A favorite place to relax and enjoy the great out-of-doors. The park offers excellent camping along the shores of Otsego Lake just south of Gaylord, Michigan.
"Beach scene at Otsego Lake State Park, Gaylord, Michigan. Real enjoyment for young and old whether relaxing or swimming"

SNOW VALLEY SKI CLUB - GAYLORD, MICHIGAN Located west side of Otsego Lake Accommodations for 1000 persons - dining and dancing.
LOBBY OF THE MAIN LODGE - Hidden Valley - Gaylord, Mich.

GAYLORD, MICHIGAN, THE ALPINE VILLAGE - Quaint buildings, friendly people, and old world charm and hospitality await the visitor in this well known northern Michigan community.

CAMP SITE AT OTSEGO LAKE STATE PARK - Gaylord, Michigan - Summer fun awaits you at this fine State Park. Boating and swimming are popular for all ages.
Relax & Enjoy Your Vacation With Us - On Beautiful Otsego Lake. - "In the Heart of the Nation's Playground" - Old Fashioned Hospitality - 13 Units - Some with kitchens - Accommodates 2 to 5 guests. Showers - Tubs - Tile Baths - U. Controlled Heat - Amplified T.V. - Play Gym for Children - Park-like Grounds - Bar-B-Que Safe Sandy Beach with Lifeguard on Duty. Open Year 'Round. Phone 732-4786 - Larry and Billie Hayes.

Note the four-digit telephone number. Before we actually had the new-fangled "dial phones". The operator would ask, "Number please" when picking up the handset.
Okay, so this isn't a postcard, but I had to put it somewhere. An interesting tiny blast-from-the-past.

AU SABLE RANCH AND SKI CLUB - Featuring fine food, snack bar and Cocktail Lounge. Clean sleeping accommodations. Riding stable, 25 miles of scenic trails on 35 hundred acres of beautiful wooded land including 11 lakes. On U.S. 27 - 6 miles south of Gaylord, Michigan.
NEW FRONTIER ROOM FAMOUS FOR DINING at AU SABLE LODGE RANCH AND SKI CLUB - 6 miles South of Gaylord, Mich. - Year 'round program. Excellent food - heated pool - pitch-putt golf and other games. Horseback riding (25 miles of scenic trails). New, long ski runs featuring 2 Poma Lifts for beginners to experts. Unique concktail lounge. Canoe-Along Season extends from June to November.
VACATONLAND LANES - Gaylord, Michigan - Air Conditioned - Sixteen Automatic Brunswick Gold Crown Lanes, Pin Finders, Tel-E-Scores, Subway Ball Returns. Customatic Ball Fitting, Bowling Shoes and Bags. Shoe Rental. Eat at our Snack Bar and enjoy your favorite beverage in THE SHIELD LOUNGE. - HAVE FUN AT VACATIONLAND LANES

RENDEZVOUS CAFE On U.S. 27 - 26 miles North of Grayling, Mich. at stop light - Gaylord, Michigaan. While visiting Michigan's beautiful North Country - letus contribute to your pleasure. "From a Sandwich to a Banquet". Serving Breakfast, Luncheon and Dinner. Specializing in Steaks, Chicken and Sea Food. Home Made Pies, Chili, and soups. Fine Liquor, Beer and Wine to take out. The Family Restaurant - All Day - Every Day. Phone 9703 Pano Galovich
ALPINE MOTEL Welcomes you to Michigan's beautiful "Playtime Country." Relax and enjoy a comfortable rest with us. 25 spacious - single - double and family units. Ceramic tile baths - guest controlled heat - Color T.V. in all Units. Excellent restauants nearby. Short walk to party store. Open year 'round for all sports. Free Snowmobile Safaris - in season. Conveniently located to trout stream - lakes and ski slopes. First motel on the right from South Gaylord Exit - one block North of -75 and Old U.S. 27 Interchange. For Reservations write R. R. 3, Box 805 - Gaylord, Michigan 49735 PHONE (Area Code 517) 732-5733 Your Hosts (Paul & Jean Sorensen - Blacked out) John and Sharon Neph
GAYLORD, MICHIGAN The alpine appearance of this community is expected to be unanimous in the near future, and reflects the fact that Gaylord is the hub of lower Michigan's ski resort area as well as of summer tourism. This Otsego County seat is located on Highways I-75, US 27 and M32.
KEN-MAR On The Hill Old 27, South Gaylord, Michigan 49735 Tele: (517) 732-4950 The charmingly rustic Motor Lodge, 4 miles outh of Gaylord, overlooking beautiful Otsego Lake. You will love it.
MALCOLM'S MOTEL AND CABINS North City Limits on Highway 27 GAYLORD, MICHIGAN 49735 Completely modern overnight and housekeeping units with T.V., gas and electric heat. Located in heart of elk and deer country. Excellent fishing. Numerous lakes and trout streams. Within driving distance of 18 ski clubs. Herb and Mary Malcolm 701 N. Center Street Phone: Area 517 Gaylord, Michigan 732-4525

Middle Pane: Left to Right - Nelly Schlang, Minnie Schlang - Unknown
Bottom Pane: Left to Right - Bob Schlang, Leo Schlang
FOUR SEASONS MOTEL - one half mile north of Gaylord on old 27 at the city limits. Center of Northern Michigan's Vacation Area. Attractively furnished carpeted units - tiled baths - tubs & showers. Thermostatic controlled heat. Free T.V. - For year 'round comfort. - Hudson and &Elenora Anderson -Phone 732-5437 - Gaylord, Mich. 49735
CALL OF THE WILD MUSEUM - This Gift Shop is well stocked with Moccasins, Deerskin Jackets, Leather Purses, Furs, and a lare assortment of other intriguing gifts and souvenirs. This Wildlife Museum is off Freeway I-75, at GAYLORD, Michigan, near the Silver-blue Water Tower. - Open every day of the year -
KEN-MAR ON THE HILL - Located high on a hill overlooking beautiful Otsego Lake. Spacious grounds - picnic area - free morning coffee and doughnuts - Rustic accommodations for the discriminating travler. Recommended by Duncan Hines in Lodging for a Night. - 4 Miles South of Gaylord, Mich. on US-27 - Phone 13320 - THE KLINGERS, OWNERS
NORTHWOOD RESORT - 4 miles south of Gaylord, Mich., the 'Alpine Village'. 700 ft. of frontage on the west side of beautiful Otsego Lake, with excellent safe swimming. Nine well-spaced, completely furnished, modern house-keeping cottages. Open year around for hunters, skiers, honeymooners and family vacations. June fishing expecially featured. Join us for mushroom hunting in the spring and color tours in the fall. Spacious, well-equipped playground areas for children and adults. - Bill and Janet Deneen - Route 2 - Gaylord, Michigan 49735 - Phone Area 517-732-5094

Ice Castle on Court House Grounds at Gaylord, Michigan.
AU SABLE RANCH AND SKI CLUB - Featuring fine food, Snack Bar and Cocktail Lounge. Clean sleeping accommodations. Riding stable, 25 miles of scenic trails on 35 hundred acres of beautiful wooded land including 11 lakes. On U.S. 26 - 6 miles south of Gaylord, Michigan.
Not a postcard but interesting nonetheless. The Chatter Box had GREAT hamburgers; the buns were buttered then grilled to a golden-brown.
Great fries and burgers.

BY THE WAY RESTAURANT & DRIVE IN - Gaylord, Michigan - On Main St., 3 blocks east of I-75 at North Gaylord exit. FINE FOODS efficiently served - Large parking lot -Open year 'round. Gaylord is truly a 4 Season Playground. Summer resorts - many lakes & trout streams. Excellent deer hunting - skiing tops. Mushroom hunters' paradise in May, Fall Color Tours excel your expectations.
MAIN STREET - GAYLORD, MICHIGAN - A view of Gaylord's Main Street heading west towards I-75 Expressway. Gaylord, located about halfway between the east and west shores of Michigan is a very popular area.
DIXON AKE APT. MOTEL - combines beauty of woods and lake with every modern convenience. TV - Electric Heat - Electric Kitchenettes - Picnic tables - Grills, boats included with rental. Excellent bathing for young and old. Rainbow trout and small mouth bass fishing at its best. 1 mile south of Gaylord on U.S. 27 then 2 miles on McCoy Road - Box 354, Gaylord, Mich. Phone 1-2653

OTSEGO LAKE STATE PARK - near GAYLORD MICHIGAN. In the heart of Michigan's vacationland is popular Otsego Lake State Park. With excellent boating, fishing and swimming facilities and a fine camp and picnic grounds, this is the ideal family vacation spot. Good fishing abounds in Otsego Lake and in all the areas lakes and streams.

Thumbnail panels: