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Discover a unique piece of Americana with this vintage hotel statement from the Hotel Ocoee in Cleveland, Tennessee. Dating to the 1930s, this billhead features the distinctive "OUR HOBBY SERVICE" logo with a charming rocking horse and child imagery, suggesting a local connection or stationery provider. The front is a classic blank statement form, awaiting a guest's details and charges, offering a glimpse into mid-century business stationery.
The reverse side transforms this document into a personal artifact: a heartfelt, handwritten letter from "Mother" to "Nora Dear." The letter discusses everyday life, mentioning plans for a "float for our home," a move from a "log cabin," and details about dresses for "Mabel's wedding" and "Nancy." It provides a wonderful, intimate snapshot of family life and social happenings in Tennessee during the era. This dual-purpose item, combining commercial ephemera with a personal narrative, is a fascinating find for collectors of Tennessee history, vintage stationery, and handwritten correspondence.
Measures approx. 8.25 by 5.25 inches
