Gaylord High School 1965 - Postcards 1950's

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.

Relax and enjoy your vacation with us on beautiful Otsego Lake, "In the heart of the nation's playground." Completely modern, single, double and housekeeping units. Fully equipped. Play gym for children and park-like grounds. Open year 'round. Fishing, hunting, swimming, skiing and other sports. 2 blocks from state park, white sandy beach - Life guard. Phone Gaylord 1-2132 - Larry and Bille Hayes

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.

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.

TOPSAIL RESORT - Overlooking Otsego Lake - On U.S. 27 - 5-1/2 miles south of Gaylord, Michigan. Topsail Resort welcomes you to beautiful Otsego Lake for a restful and quiet vacation. Modern efficiency cottages and Motel. Private Showers. Our Gift Shop is open for your enjoyment. Curios and imports from the Four Corners of the World. Genuine Indian Jewelry - Pottery - Moccasins and Hand Carved Totem Poles. Open Year 'Round - Phone Gaylord 13324 - Route 2, Gaylord, Mich. Frank & Emily M. Schlang - (blacked out) Ed & Marie Warne
Otsego Lake and Lake View Resort - Welcomes you to Michigan's Woods and Waters. 1348 ft. above sea level - Ideal for hay fever and asthma relief. Excellent fishing, hunting, swimming and center for winter sports. Nine modern housekeeping cottages. Boats go with cottages. Route No. 2 - Phone 3 F 6.

ALPINE MOTEL - U.S. 27 - 2 miles South of Gaylord, Michigan - Phone Gaylord 4081 - "Finest in The Northland" - 25 lovely units - single - double and family rooms. Attractively furnished with Rittenhouse furniture. Ceramic Tile baths - Central Heat - TV Lounge. Restaurants nearby. Open Year 'Round for Summer and Winter Sports. Fishing - Hunting - Skiing - Near to 7 Famous Trout streams and 127 Clear Lakes. 1/4 mile No. at Otsego Lake - near many Ski Clubs. Direct Route to Famous Straits of Mackinac Bridge. Rec. by Duncan Hines. Lucian & Mabel Del Din.
Otsego Lake and Lake View Resort - Welcomes you to Michigan's Woods and Waters. 1348 ft. above sea level - Ideal for hay fever and asthma relief. Excellent fishing, hunting, swimming and center for winter sports. Nine modern housekeeping cottages. Boats go with cottages. Route No. 2 - Phone 3 F 6.
GAY EL RANCHO RESORT RANC - GAYLORD, MICHIGAN - Afternoon dancing on the patio over-looking lovely Lake Dixon. This pation adjoins the spacious "OX Yoke" building with its fireside lounge, recreation room and little theater. (Gif shop and snack shop too.) Courtesy of eBay
Relax and enjoy your vacation with us on beautiful Otsego Lake, "In the heart of the nation's playground." Completely modern, single double and housekeeping units. Fully equipped. Play gym for children and park-like grounds. Open year 'round. Fishing, hunting, swimming, skiing and other sports. 2 blocks from state park, white sandy beach - Life guard. Phone Gaylord 1-2132 - Larry and Billie Hayes

A nifty '57 ford station wagon and a Rambler station wagon.
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NORTHLAND MOTEL - Nine miles south of Gaylord, Mich. on U.S. 27 - 140 acres wooded land - Private lake with beach - Efficiency units - Fireside guest lounge - Private showers - Hot water heat - BOATING, FISHING, HUNTING, WINTER SPORTS - AAA and Duncan Hines Recommended - Post Office: Waters, Mich. Phone: Gaylord 12061 - Owned and operated by the Robert Kelleys

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Why not spend your vacation at Heart's Delight Cottages and Motel - On Beautiful Heart Lake. Completely Modern Housekeeping and Overnite Units. Boats Furnished. Safe Sandy Beach - Park-like Playground - Bar-B-Que Grill - Picnic Tables - Swings, etc. Open Year 'Round. Hunters - Skiers and All Winter Sports. - Phone 12212 - A. McNett
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MOTEL TIMBERLY - On U.S. 27 - South City Limits - Gaylord, Michigan - Adjacent to Golf Course. Center of Fine Skiing Area. 25 Attractively Furnished Units. Electric Heat - Ceramic Tile Tub & Shower Combinations. Hi-Fi and T.V. Near Excellent Downtown Restaurants. Phone 8301 - Your Hosts, Sharp & Rolfes.
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GAY EL RANCHO RESORT RANCH - GAYLORD, MICHIGAN - Riding fun at Gay El Rancho where the good rider finds the kind of horses and trails unsurpassed for riding enjoyment. And the beginner gets the instruction necessary to help him enjoy this pleasure-giving sport. (C) 1959
MOTEL TIMBERLY - U.S.27, South City Limits, Gaylord, Michigan - Adjacent to Golf Course - Center of fine Skiing Area - Electric Heat - HiFi and TV - Ceramic Tile Baths - Tubs and Showers - Near Good Downtown Restaurants. - Owners - Sharp and Rolfes - Phone 8301 (1955 Pontiac in Background)
GAY EL RANCHO - Gaylord, Michigan - Our spacious patio overlooks the pool and lake and offers a pleasant setting for your luncheon or afternoon cocktails, and under-the-starts dancing.
(Thanks to the Otsego County Historical Society for the location of the retreat)

Randy Kowalke and I painted the rope tow poles one summer.

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.

The Club House - Au Sable Ranch and Ski Club - A year around family program featuring good food, snack bar service, cocktail lounge. Also archery, tennis, children's playground, horseback riding, 25 miles of scenic trails. Skiing and other winter sports. - 6 miles south of Gaylord, Michigan - Phone 2101 for reservations.

Postmarked July 3, 1962 ~ Enjoy your vacation at "Butcher's" Break-O-Day Resort on the beautiful east shore of Otsego Lake. Completely modern housekeeping and overnite COTTAGES, ACCOMMODATES 2 TO 10. All MOD. equipment. Boat included. Safe, sandy beach. Shuffleboard, horseshoes, croquet, badminten and volleyball. Barbecue and children's playground. Motors, live bait and tackle. Open year 'round to accommodate hunters, skiiers, etc. Ideal location for asthma and hay fever relief. For reservations, write R. R. No 2, Gaylord, Michigan, or phone 12083.

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