Archive for March, 2009

South Portland, Maine Bowl-a-Rama, 1950’s

Monday, March 30th, 2009

On back: “Bowl-a-Rama, Mill Creek Shopping Center, South Portland, Maine- Tel. Spruce 9-4012. 20 Automatic Brunswick Imperial Lanes-Modern Decor-Wall to Wall Carpeting-Comfortable Lounge Area-Spacious Parking Area.”

Gateway Motel, Madawaska, Maine

Saturday, March 21st, 2009

On back: “Gateway Motel, U.S. Route 1, Madawaska, Maine. ‘New England’s Most Northern Motel.’ 18 deluxe units with Panoramic View of St. John River and Canada- Off Highway. Tiled baths, tub and showers. Hot water heat with individual room thermostats. Radios & TV. Breakfast bar. Open Year ‘Round. Phone: 728-3865. Owner- Manager- Phil and Yolanda Cyr.”

“The Sounds of Sinatra” on the radio- gone!!!

Saturday, March 14th, 2009

I am disappointed that with the ending of “The Bay” radio stations, The Sounds of Sinatra with Sid Mark is no longer airing on the weekends. I always tuned in on my 50’s Philco radio. How sad.

Maine Motel, South Portland, Maine, 1975

Friday, March 13th, 2009

On back: “Maine Motel, Rte-U.S. 1 - Maine TPike Exit 7. 606 Main St., So. Portland, Me. 04106. Phone: (207) 774-8284. 2 1/2 miles south of Downtown Portland. Attractive sound proof rooms with color T.V., guest shower & room phones. Your hosts, Beverly and Keith Marin.”

Twin City Motel, Brewer, Maine

Tuesday, March 10th, 2009

“Twin City Motel, 453 Wilson Street- Brewer- Maine. 1 1/2 miles east of Bangor on Rte. 1A to Ellsworth. Phone 989-5450 (Area Code 207). AAA, Mobil Guide, ALA.  Breakfast Bar-Dining Room-Cocktail Lounge-Air Conditioned-82 Fine Rooms-TV- Swimming Pool.”