The Fraciscan Hotel

Association Franciscan Hotel (1923 - 1970)

Date1940

Mediumcardstock, ink

Dimensions3 3/16 × 5 7/16 in. (8.1 × 13.8 cm)

ClassificationsDocumentary Artifact

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Nancy Tucker

Object numberPA2014.007.004

DescriptionA postcard announcing the completed remodeling of the Franciscan Hotel at Central Avenue and Sixth Street in downtown Albuquerque, New Mexico. The front of the postcard has a drawing of the five-story adobe hotel in a dark bubble. The advertisement reads "Announcing the completion of our remodeling program--all rooms with private bath (tub and shower or shower) -- redecorated, refurnished, new carpets. $2.00, $2.50 and $3.00". The back of the postcard has a stamp and is postmarked. The note is from the manager of the hotel, William Dismukes, and reads "I'ts just like coming to a new hotel -- stop and see us on your next trip.".

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