Holiday Inn of Angola, Indiana, 1974
THF287325 / Holiday Inn of Angola, Indiana, 1974
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Artifact Overview
Holiday Inns achieved success in the 1950s by providing consistent, quality service and amenities at reasonable prices. In-room televisions and outdoor pools were standard at early Holiday Inns, but many locations upgraded their offerings to meet changing demands. In 1974, this Indiana location touted color TVs, an indoor pool, and a whirlpool and sauna.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Postcard
Date Made
20 May 1974
Creators
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
86.9.1.1406
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Dorothy Guimaraes.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 3.938 in
Width: 8.938 in
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