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Close up on illustration of the Hotel Geneva An Ad from 1939 Title: Automobile Blue Book - 1917
Author: Hotel Geneva
Description: Hotel Geneva Ad - "Hotel Geneva. New and Modern. 70 Rooms with Bath. Dancing, Swimming and Fishing. Fish or Chicken dinners. 9 Hole Golf Course Open to the Public. A. H. Thierbach, E. T. Nussbaum Owners." The Lake Geneva Inn opened for business in 1912. It was demolished in 1970. For more information on the Hotel Geneva see our Wright Study.
Size: 4.5 x 4 Ad. 5 x 9 page.
Page: Pp 624
S#: 0138.02.0107
BOOKS
- Image of the Hotel Geneva from the
- "Picturesque Lake Geneva", circa 1925-1926.
Title: Picturesque Lake Geneva (Published by the Wisconsin Transportation Company, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin)
Author: Denison, Bonnie Burton
Description: Tourism and informational booklet concerning Lake Geneva. Includes one photograph of the Hotel Geneva circa 1926. It also confirms owners of the Hotel Geneva as Nussbaum and Thierbach. 25,000 copies printed. Original list price 50c. (First Edition) For more information on the Hotel Geneva see our Wright Study.
Size: 11.2 x 8.25
Pages: Pp 32
S#: 0172.01.1208
Date: 2005 Title: Lake Geneva in Vintage Postcards (Published by Arcadia Publishing, Charleston, SC; Chicago, IL; Portsmouth, NH; San Francisco, CA)
Author: Smeltzer, Caroly Hope; Cucco, Martha Kiefer
Description: Includes three postcards of the Hotel Geneva, page 58-59. Original List price $19.99. 6.5 x 9.25. (First Edition)
Size:
Pages: Pp 128
ST#: 2005.20.1008
BROCHURES Date: Circa 1917
Title: Hotel Geneva Brochure Circa 1917 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Front Cover: "Hotel Geneva. Lake Geneva Wisconsin." Flap (p.2-3): "Hotel Geneva Co. Lake Geneva Wis. A. H. Thierbach, President. E.T. Nussbaum, Secretary-Treasurer. Finest Resort Hotel of the Midwest..." Inside: "Wisconsin's Playground Supreme. Hotel Geneva - Lake Geneva Wis. Reflecting the individuality of the lake is Hotel Geneva. Situated on the very shore of Geneva Bay with its entire facade facing the beautiful lake and the majority of its cool, airy outside rooms looking out upon an unparalleled vista. Hotel Geneva is an attractive two-story, fire proof, concrete building. It has a frontage of 360 feet, with a 9-foot piazza the full length, unbroken except for the main entrance. The hotel has 70 rooms, all connected with private bath. Its lobby, with appropriate open fireplace, and the main dining room on the first floor are most attractive. An up-to-date grill room is maintained in the basement. Hotel Geneva is, beyond question, the most famous of all middle west summer resort hotels. It was planned and constructive under the personal supervision of the famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright, whose purpose throughout was to bring the "out-of-doors in-doors." It's beauty is in harmony with the mansions and landscape that surround the lake... Hotel Geneva is conducted the pond the European Plan... Famous chefs cater to the epicurean tastes of those who love good food..." Includes 9 photographs of the Hotel Geneva. Also includes two price lists, July and August, and winter rates. 8 pages.
Size: 3.6 x 7.65 opens to 14.5 x 7.75. Room Tariff cards: 5 x 3.
S#: 0138.21.1118
Detail from front cover
Pages 2-3
Detail from pages 2-3.
Inside Spread, details below.
Rate Cards
Flap Back Cover
1950-1955 Inside Date: Circa 1950-1955 Title: “Enjoy your summer vacation at Hotel Geneva. Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.” (Published by the Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.)
Description: Flap: “Dining Room. View of the Main Dining Salon with adjoining porch overlooking the lake. We operate our own dining room, kitchen and bakery 7 A.M. to 10 P.M. Quality Food - Varied Menu, Room Service.” “Guest Room. The rooms all have bath, clothes closet, comfortable beds, telephone, steam heat, cross ventilation, cool in summer.” Inside: “Lounge. Unique with colored skylight, entirely fitted with French windows facing the lake, framed with over hanging trellis and flower bed beneath. Huge wood burning fireplace. Comfortable chairs, card table corners.” Back: “Hotel Geneva was designed by the famous architect, Frank Lloyd Wright, and like all his work, it is built into the landscape. Well kept lawns, flower beds and shrubbery adorn the grounds. Write, wire or telephone Chr. Hermansen’s Sons, owners and operators, Chestnut 8-4431.” (Digital version) Thank you to Allen Hermansen for providing an original copy.
Size: 11 x 8.25
Pages: Pp 6
S#: 0831.16.0209
Date: 1957 Title: Hotel Geneva Rate Schedule. (Published by the Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin)
Description: “Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Summer Rates 1957, May 26th to Closing. Lake Doubles ... $14. Friday and Saturday Nights $16.00 each night. Phone HERMANSEN CHestnut 8-4431.” (According to the American Hotel & Lodging Association Average room rate: 1930: $5.60; 1940: $3.21; 1950: $5.91; 1960: $10.81; 1970: $19.83; 1980: $45.44. (Digital version, Color not accurate) Thank you to Allen Hermansen for providing an original copy.
Size: 7.25 x 8.5
Pages: Pp 1
S#: 1205.29.0209
Back Front
Inside Title: “Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Rate Schedule, Summer 1960, May 27–Sept. 12.” (Published by the Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin)
Description: “Lake side double bed, two persons ... $12 to $14. Friday, Saturday and Holidays add $2.00. Call HERMANSEN CHestnut 8-4431.” (According to the American Hotel & Lodging Association Average room rate: 1930: $5.60; 1940: $3.21; 1950: $5.91; 1960: $10.81; 1970: $19.83; 1980: $45.44.) (Digital version) Thank you to Allen Hermansen for providing an original copy.
Size: 7.25 x 8.5
Pages: Pp 4
S#: 1458.25.0209
Back Front
Inside Title: “Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Rate Schedule, Summer 1961, May 26–Sept. 10.” (Published by the Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin)
Description: “Lake side double bed, two persons ... $12 to $14. Friday, Saturday and Holidays add $2.00. Call HERMANSEN CHestnut 8-4431.” (According to the American Hotel & Lodging Association Average room rate: 1930: $5.60; 1940: $3.21; 1950: $5.91; 1960: $10.81; 1970: $19.83; 1980: $45.44.) (Digital version) Thank you to Allen Hermansen for providing an original copy.
Size: 7.25 x 8.5
Pages: Pp 4
S#: 1483.10.0209
CERAMIC PLATES Example of Early Hotel Geneva Plate, Circa 1915. Published by Morrison and Rogers, Lake Geneva, Wis. 1915
Back Hotel Geneva Postcard Circa 1920, of same Illustration. Date: Circa 1920
Title: Hotel Geneva Round Ceramic Plate Circa 1920 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Text on face: "Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis." Text on verso: "Painted and imported for H. Rogers & Son. Lake Geneva, Wis." In gold: "Hand Painted, The Jonroth Studios. Germany." The image is the same as a postcard published circa 1920 (3581). Building has been painted white. One flag is visible on the top left corner of the Lobby. Landscaping is flourishing. "Hotel Geneva" lettered across the front of the Lobby above the windows. Light poles visible above base. "Hotel Geneva" sign and four globe street light visible in the foreground on the corner. The plate is bordered in gold.
Size: 8.2" Round Plate, 1.125" deep.
S#: 0142.12.1014
Date: C 1920
Title: Hotel Geneva Demitasse Ceramic Coffee Cup Circa 1920 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Text on face: "Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis." Text on base: "Painted and imported Exclusively for L. C. Leonard, Lake Geneva, Wis. Hand Painted, The Jonroth Studios. Germany. The image is the same as a postcard published circa 1920 (3581). Building has been painted white. One flag is visible on the top left corner of the Lobby. Landscaping is flourishing. "Hotel Geneva" lettered across the front of the Lobby above the windows. Light poles visible above base. "Hotel Geneva" sign and four globe street light visible in the foreground on the corner. The cup is bordered in gold.
Size: 2.75 Round, 3.7" with handle, 2.75 tall.
S#: 0142.25.0120
Hotel Geneva Plate, Detail of Illustration. Hotel Geneva Postcard Circa 1920, of same Illustration. Title: Hotel Geneva Plate.
Description: The Jonroth Studio Small hand painted ceramic plate. The back reads: "Hand Painted, The Jonroth Studios. Germany. Designed and Imported Exclusively for L. C. Leonard. Lake Geneva, Ws."
Size: 5.25 x 5"
S#: 0142.03.0402
Back Hotel Geneva Postcard Circa 1920, of same Illustration. Title: Hotel Geneva Ash Tray.
Description: The Jonroth Studio Small hand painted octagonal ash tray. The back reads: "Hand Painted, The Jonroth Studios. Germany. Designed and Imported Exclusively for L. C. Leonard. Lake Geneva, Ws." Same illustration as above.
Size: 5.25 x 5.25"
S#: 0142.04.0203
Date: 1920's
Title: Hotel Geneva Small Square Plate Circa 1920 (1911 - S.171).
Description: The Jonroth Studio small hand painted ceramic plate. Front: "Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis." Hand painted picture of the Hotel Geneva in a 2.8" circle, text in banner below. Corners of the plate are folded toward the center. Gold designs printed on all four sides. Back: "Hand Painted, The Jonroth Studios. Germany. Designed and Imported Exclusively for L. C. Leonard. Lake Geneva, Ws."
Size: 5.1 x 5.1.
S#: 0142.10.1213
Hotel Geneva Round Plate Detail of Illustration Hotel Geneva Round Plate (Back) Title: “Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis.”
Description: Back: “H. Rogers & Son. Headquarters for Classy Souvenir. Lake Geneva, Wis. Made in Germany.” Same illustration as above.
Size: 5.25" Round Plate
S#: 0142.05.0207
GLASS Date: 1991 Title: Lake Geneva Tulip Window Design
Description: Glass Etching - Lake Geneva Hotel Window Replica. Etching of the Lake Geneva Hotel Window named “Tulip”. Purchased during a visit to Fallingwater.
Size: Glass panel 8 x 8
ST#: 1991.38.0391
KEYS Date: Circa 1930s Title: Hotel Geneva Key
Description: Original Hotel Geneva Key #83
S#: 1940.00.0901
LETTERHEAD & BUSINESS CARDS Date: Circa 1956 Title: Hotel Geneva Business Card, Circa 1956.
Description: "Hotel Geneva. Allen C. Hermansen. Lake Geneva, Wisconsin."
Size: 2 x 3.5
S#: 1147.12.0409
MATCHES Date: Circa 1930s Title: Match Book:
Description: "Hotel Geneva on Beautiful Lake Geneva in Wisconsin." Produced by Federal Match Corp, New York which was in business during the 1920-30s, and was absorbed into the Universal Match Corp. between 1939-1940 (according to information provided by the American Matchcover Collecting Club). Inside: "Hotel Lake Como, Hotel Geneva, Serving Only The Best Food, C. Hermansen & Sons." (Three Copies)
Size:
S#: 0249.11.1206, 0249.14.0207, 0249.15.0207
SIDE NOTE: HOTEL GENEVA AND LAKE COMO HOTEL Date: 1939
Title: Ad in the "Danish Brotherhood in America" 1939, page 16.
Description: Christ Hermansen & Sons operated both the Hotel Geneva and the Lake Como Hotel.
Date: Circa 1919 Description: Lake Como Hotel, D. J. Notter, Manager. P. O. Address, Lake Geneva, Wis., R. F. D. No. 2, Box 76. Telephone, Lake Geneva 900 W. I. Postmarked 1919.
Date: Circa 1920s Description: Lake Como Hotel, 1920s.
Date: Circa 1950s Description: A Real Photo Postcard: "Pretty Garden at Hermansen's, Lake Como Hotel, Lake Geneva, Wis. J-264." Real photo postcard post marked 1953.
Date: Circa 1950s Description: A Lake Como Hotel Real Photo postcard, late 1950s. “S1053. Sun Pier at Hermansen's Lake Como Hotel - Lake Geneva, Wis.” Back: “Vacationers on long pier stretching out into Lake Como.”
Description: Lake Como Hotel, Hermansen, Lake Geneva, Wis. Good For 25c In Trade.
MENUS Date: April 2, 1947 Title: Menu Hotel Geneva Dining Room Dinner Menu, April 2, 1947. (Published by the Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin)
Description: According to Allen Hermansen, the Dining Room in the Hotel Geneva was a high-end restaurant, with white table cloths and a seven course dinner starting at $1.75. Dinner menus were printed daily. “Martini .50. Broiled Filet of Mackerel 1.75. Blue Ribbon Steak $3.00.” (Digital version, Color not accurate) Thank you to Allen Hermansen for providing an original copy.
Size: 7.5 x 9.5
Pages: Pp 1
S#: 0720.06.0209
Back Cover Inside Date: 1955 Title: Hotel Geneva Menu 1955.
Description: “Hotel Geneva. Lake Geneva, Wisconsin” (Published by the Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin) "A La Carte. Afternoon - And - Late Supper. Bar - And - Dining Room.” Inside Left: “Appetizers: Fresh Shrimp Cocktail .75, Soups, Salad Bowls, Sandwiches: Club House 1.50, Hot Sandwiches: Hamburger & Fries 1.25, Sirloin teak 2.50.” Inside Right: “Beverage Menu: Dry Martini .60.” Back: “Hermansens. Hotel Geneva, Annex Bar, Lake Como Hotel, Atlantic Ocean House.” (Digital version, Color not accurate) Thank you to Allen Hermansen for providing an original copy.
Size: 8.5 x 11.7
Pages: Pp 4
S#: 1092.20.0209
Date: September 7, 1956 Title: Hotel Geneva Dining Room Dinner Menu, September 7, 1956. (Published by the Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin)
Description: According to Allen Hermansen, the Dining Room in the Hotel Geneva was a high-end restaurant, with white table cloths. Dinner menus were printed daily. “Martini .60. Broiled Fresh Lake Superior White Fish $3.25. Broiled New York Cut Sirloin Steak $4.75.” (Digital version, Color not accurate) Thank you to Allen Hermansen for providing an original copy.
Size: 7.5 x 10
Pages: Pp 1
S#: 1148.03.0209
PHOTOGRAPHS Date: Circa 1920s Title: (Photograph) Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. (circa 1920)
Description: The American flags have been removed and there is a small sign just above the "Hotel Geneva" that says "Dancing".
Size: 2.75 x 4.5
S#: 1920.00.0105
Date: Circa 1920
Title: Hotel Geneva Circa 1920 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Viewed from the South, the Hotel Geneva can be seen in the background to the right of the water slide. Frank Lloyd Wright designed the Hotel Geneva in 1911.
Size: Original 4.25 x 2.5 B&W photograph.
S#: 0142.28.1220Date: Circa 1921 Title: Hotel Geneva Circa 1921 (1911 - S.171).
Description: "Hotel Geneva" lettered across the front of the Lobby above the windows. Light poles visible above base. "Entrance Hotel Geneva" sign and five globe street light visible in the foreground on the corner. A sign has been added to the exterior wall of the dining room. Brooks Photographs. Image used for a post card.
Size: 5 x 3 B&W photograph.
S#: 0144.06.0114
Date: 1921
Title: Hotel Geneva Circa 1921 (1911 - S.171).
Description: "Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis." One flag is visible on the top left corner of the Lobby. Large globe light has been added to the patio pedestals. Landscaping is flourishing. "Hotel Geneva" lettered across the front of the Lobby above the windows. Light poles visible above base. "Entrance Hotel Geneva" sign and five globe street light visible in the foreground on the corner. It is a photograph, but possible of postcard #0141.04. It is picking up a slight dot pattern. Photo in leather photo album and includes 16 small photographs of Lake Geneva.
Size: Album 4.8 x 2.6, Original B&W photographs 2.75 x 1.75.
S#: 0144.07.1115
Date: Circa 1925
Detail of The Hotel Geneva. Title: Hotel Geneva Circa 1925 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Photographed from a boat on the lake just to the left of the Wrigley Drive Bridge. Boat rental shack can be seen in the foreground. The Hotel Geneva can be seen in the background. "Hotel Geneva" lettered across the front of the Lobby above the windows. "Entrance Hotel Geneva" sign and five globe street light visible in the foreground on the left. Photographed by P. L. Huckins, Chicago. Image used in a postcard.
Size: Original 8 x 5 B&W photograph.
S#: 0171.12.0912
Date: C 1931-32 Title: Hotel Geneva 1931-32 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Two females sitting on stairs in front lobby. Entrance is to the left and right of the lobby. "Hotel Geneva" lettered across the front of the Lobby above the windows." Acquired from a private scrap book, other photographs dated 1931-32. Original 8 x 5 B&W photograph.
Size: 4.75 x 3.25.
S#: 0300.08.0514
Date: Circa 1938 Title: Hotel Geneva Entrance Circa 1938 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Lobby is in the center. Dining Room is to the left on the first floor. "Hotel Geneva" lettered is across the front of the Lobby above the windows, and neon lighting has been added to each letter. Decorative light pole bases are tied into built-in pedestals with a vase. Large globe light has been added to the patio pedestals and smaller on the corners of the balcony.
Size: 10 x 7 B&W photograph.
S#: 0460.15.1213
Date: January 1961 Title: Hotel Geneva Terrace, January 1961.
Description: Looking West along enclosed Southwest Terrace. Originally Terrace was not enclosed. The Dining Room is on the right. The wall sconces on right are original. Windows, ceiling light fixtures and the radiator on the right were added after enclosure. (Digital version) Thank you to Allen Hermansen for providing an original copy. (See Wright Study.)
Size: Original 3.5 x 3.5
S#: 1483.11.0209
Date: January 1961 Title: Hotel Geneva Engine Room, January 1961.
Description: This panel controlled the Boiler System. Notice the illustration on the right on the Boiler Systems. The Panel indicates that there were two Boiler Systems. (Digital version) Thank you to Allen Hermansen for providing an original copy. (See Wright Study.)
Size: Original 3.5 x 3.5
S#: 1483.12.0209
Date: January 1961 Title: Hotel Geneva Boiler System, January 1961.
Description: The Boiler System was controlled by the panel in the Engine Room. Al Hermansen indicated that it was a coal operated system. The Hotel Geneva was kept open during the winter of 1961 as a test for the Eisenhower Administration. They were looking at the site as a possibility for the Air Force Academy. Many politicians and press visited. Coal trucks delivered coal daily. It was built as a summer Hotel, hence there was no insulation. (Digital version) Thank you to Allen Hermansen for providing an original copy. (See Wright Study.)
Size: Original 3.5 x 3.5
S#: 1483.13.0209
Date: 1966
Title: Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisc. 1966 (1911 - S.171).
Description: View of the Hotel from the Southwest. Caption pasted to verso: "The Geneva Inn, a resort hotel at Lake Geneva designed by the lake Frank Lloyd Wright, reportedly is being purchased by Assemblyman George M. Borg (R - Delavan) at a price of more than $200,000. The two-story building, one of Wright’s early examples of horizontal prairie architecture, was constructed in 1912 at a cost of $100,000. It has 70 guest rooms and extends along the lake shore. The Lake Geneva landmark has had several owners over the years. In 1939, it was sold to a Milwaukee firm at the sheriff’s sale for $10,407 plus about $10,000 in unpaid taxes, and has changed hands several times since. Borg said his offer to purchase has been excepted by Hobart and Inar Hermanson, also owners of the Lake Como hotel, and that he hoped to take occupancy by Oct. 1. However he declined to comment on plans for the building or future use of the site. – Journal Photo." Stamped on clipping: "Sep 11 1966." Ownership continued to change over the years, the building deteriorated, it became vacant and in January 1970 after a fire, it was demolished. Note: name on the front of the building is now "Geneva Inn." Acquired from the archives of the Milwaukee Journal.
Size: Original 8 x 10 B&W photograph.
S#: 1679.22.0619Date: 1967 Title: Hotel Geneva 1967.
Description: Photograph published in the Milwaukee Journal, Sunday Picture Journal, December 10, 1967, page 20. "Later owners have added such un-Wrightian touches as Polynesian decorations inside an a swimming pool at the entrance. Like Wright’s Imperial Hotel in Tokyo, built a few years later, it may be doomed. The present owner, former State Sen. George Borg, is considering whether to tear it down or to remodel it. Wright students hope to save it." Note: Name has been changed to "Geneva Inn". Photograph by Donald Nusbaum. (Additional information about the Hotel Geneva Pool.)
Size: 9 x 3 B&W Print, High Res image.
S#: 1720.08.0410
Date: 1981 Title: Hotel Geneva Sconce, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin (1911 - S.171) 1981.
Description: Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1911, the hotel opened in 1912. Lamp face is metal and art glass, wall mount is of wood. The sconce is turned on via a pull chain. The art glass softens the glare of the bulb. This photograph was published in "Frank Lloyd Wright", Kelmscott Galleries, 1981, page 13. Photographed by Quiriconi-Tropea Photographers. Acquired from Kelmscott Galleries.
Size: Two original 8 x 10 B&W photographs.
ST#: 1981.74.0413
POSTCARDS Designed in 1911 as "The Geneva Inn", "The Geneva" opened in August 1912. Within two years, it changed hands due to financial difficulties. By the end of 1914 and the beginning of 1915 the name was changed to the "Hotel Geneva", and it stayed the Hotel Geneva most of its life. During its final years it was known as "The Geneva Inn". It was demolished in 1970. Very few photograph exist of the Hotel Geneva, so postcards have become a very good record. Even in her book "Lost Wright", by Carla Lind, the only image published of the Hotel Geneva is the post card below dated 1938. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards. Date: Circa 1890 Title: (Side Note) The Whiting House.
Description: “Boat Landing, Lake Geneva, Wis.” Back: Made in Germany. James Leonard, Pub., Lake Geneva, Wis. C.E. Wheelock & Co., Peoria, ILL, Exclusive Importers. 190565". PM 6/9/13. The Whiting House, built in the early 1870s was destroyed by fire in 1894. This is the original property where the Hotel Geneva was built in 1911-12. I believe this to be an early four color collotype printing process. Study of the Hotel Geneva.
Size: 5.4 x 3.4
S#: 0009.02.1208
Date: Circa 1912 Title: "The Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis." Circa 1912 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Frank Lloyd Wright’s original illustration for the proposed Hotel Lake Geneva in 1911. This early drawings included a proposed three story section on the East end that was never built. Illustration was exhibited at the Chicago Architectural Club at the Art Institute on May 5, 1913. It was published in the Architectural Record, June 1913 Designed in 1911 "The Geneva" opened in August 1912. Within two years, it changed hands due to financial difficulties. By the end of 1914 and the beginning of 1915 the name was changed to the "Hotel Geneva", and it stayed the Hotel Geneva most of its life. Back: "Motor to Lake Geneva. Just the right distance an the roads in good shape. Stop at ‘The Geneva’ the finest resort hotel in the middle west. European plan. Every room with bath. Large dining rooms. Meals a la Carte. You will like them." Printed message on the left, typed address on the right. Used as a direct mail advertisement. P.M. May 1, 1913, just in time for the summer season. Published by Acmegraph Co., Chicago. (#) 11910. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.4 x 3.4.
S#: 0114.10.0712
Date: Circa 1912 Title: "The Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis." Circa 1912 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Frank Lloyd Wright’s original illustration for the proposed Hotel Lake Geneva in 1911. This early drawings included a proposed three story section on the East end that was never built. Illustration was exhibited at the Chicago Architectural Club at the Art Institute on May 5, 1913. It was published in the Architectural Record, June 1913. Designed in 1911"The Geneva" opened in August 1912. Within two years, it changed hands due to financial difficulties. By the end of 1914 and the beginning of 1915 the name was changed to the "Hotel Geneva", and it stayed the Hotel Geneva most of its life. Back: Hand written on the left, "Believe me this is some place." P.M. Sep 3, 1914. Published by Acmegraph Co., Chicago. (#) 11910. Second copy unused. Verso: "Published by Acmegraph Co., Chicago. [Place Stamp Here Domestic One Cent Foreign Two Cents] (#) 11910 (Number smaller than postmarked version). 5.4 x 3.4.
Size: 5.4 x 3.4
S#: 0114.13.1113, 0114.20.0816
Date: 1912 Title: 3464. "The Geneva," Lake Geneva, Wis., circa 1912.
Description: Designed in 1911, The Geneva opened in August 1912. "Light Poles" are at full height. Lack of "Hotel Geneva" lettering above Lobby windows. Globe lights not installed yet. Down spouts above Lobby windows have not been installed. (Published by E. A. Bishop, Pub. Racine, Wis. Made in U. S. A.) On back, C. T. Photochrom. R-37748. Post marked Aug 23, 1913.
Size: 5.4 x 3.4
S#: 0114.08.0212
Date: Circa 1912 Title: "The Geneva" Lake Geneva, Wis. Circa 1912-13.
Description: "The Geneva" opened in August 1912. Within two years, it changed hands due to financial difficulties. By the end of 1914 and the beginning of 1915 the name was changed to the "Hotel Geneva". This card was produced before the transition period. This card was reprint later, with the new name change. This may be one of the earliest images of the Hotel Geneva. Notice the lack of any landscaping, even in the large vases. Possible decorative flag flying from left "Light Pole" as seen in the original drawings. "Light Poles" are at full height. Back: "Post Card. (Left) This space may be used for correspondence. (Right) For address only." (2213. Published by V. O. Hammon Pub. Co., Chicago.) (Two copies)
Size: 5.4 x 3.4
S#: 0114.12.0513, 0114.19.1115
Date: Circa 1912
Title: "The Geneva," Lake Geneva, Wis., circa 1912.
Description: Designed in 1911, The Geneva opened in August 1912. "Light Poles" are at full height. Lack of "Hotel Geneva" lettering above Lobby windows. Globe lights not installed yet. Down spouts above Lobby windows have not been installed. (Published by V. O. Hammon Pub. Co., Chicago.) Verso: 2213. Published by V. O. Hammon Pub. Co., Chicago. "Motor to Lake Geneva. Just the right distance an the roads in good shape. Stop at ‘The Geneva’ the finest resort hotel in the middle west. European plan. Every room with bath. Large dining rooms. Meals a la Carte. You will like them. Open the year ‘round" Printed message on the left, typed address on the right. Used as a direct mail advertisement. P.M. May 1, 1913, just in time for the summer season.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5.
S#: 0114.23.1017Date: Circa 1914
Title: Lake Geneva Hotel Circa 1914 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Designed in 1911 as "The Geneva Inn", "The Geneva" opened in August 1912. Within two years, it changed hands due to financial difficulties. By the end of 1914 and the beginning of 1915 the name was changed to the "Hotel Geneva", and it stayed the Hotel Geneva most of its life. Text on face: " "The Geneva," Lake Geneva, Wis." Street almost appears not to be paved. This also appears to be heavily airbrushed. Postcard #0104.02, 1914-1915 is the exact same image, with the two front light poles intact, and missing leaves and flowers. Text on verso: "Post Card. Address. Plate 4102." Postmarked "Sep 15, 14."
Size: 5.4 x 3.4
S#: 0124.25.0217Date: Circa 1914-15 Title: "Hotel ‘Geneva’ Lake Geneva, Wis." Circa 1914-15 (1911 - S.171).
Description: "The Geneva" opened in August 1912. Within two years, it changed hands due to financial difficulties. By the end of 1914 and the beginning of 1915 the name was changed to the "Hotel Geneva". This card most likely produced during the transition period, hence the title of [ Hotel "Geneva" ]. This also appears to be reprint of an earlier postcard, with the new name change. This may be one of the earliest images of the Hotel Geneva. Notice the lack of any landscaping, even in the large vases. Possible decorative flag flying from left "Light Pole" as seen in the original drawings. "Light Poles" are at full height. Back: "Post Card. (Left) This space may be used for correspondence. (Right) For address only." (Published by V. O. Hammon Co., Chicago.)
Size: 5.5 x 3.5.
S#: 0124.20.0812
Date: Circa 1914-15 Title: Hotel Geneva Circa 1914-1915 (Published by C.R. Childs, Chicago).
Description: “Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis. 19019-r.” This may be one of very first photos taken of the Hotel Geneva, even taken as early as 1912 while it was still called the "The Geneva". Notice the lack of any landscaping, even in the large vases. Later pictures show the addition of large round lights at the entrance. The two tall decorative poles at the entrance (far right) were dramatically shortened in later pictures. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5
S#: 0104.02.0906
Date: Circa 1915
Title: Lake Geneva Hotel Circa 1915 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Designed in 1911 as "The Geneva Inn", "The Geneva" opened in August 1912. Within two years, it changed hands due to financial difficulties. By the end of 1914 and the beginning of 1915 the name was changed to the "Hotel Geneva", and it stayed the Hotel Geneva most of its life. Text on face: " "The Hotel Geneva," Lake Geneva, Wis." Street almost appears not to be paved. This also appears to be heavily airbrushed. Postcard #0104.02, 1914-1915 is the exact same image, with the two front light poles intact, and missing leaves and flowers. White bordered postcards began in 1915. Text on verso: "Post Card. Address. K. C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee 4102." Postmarked "Aug 17 1922."
Size: 5.5 x 3.5
S#: 0128.50.0217Date: Circa 1915-1920
Title: Lake Geneva, Wis. Photo Package.
Description: Package of 10 Genuine Photographs, Lake Geneva, Wis. One photo of Hotel Geneva. Grogan Photo Systems, Inc. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 1.75 x 2.75"
S#: 0104.03.0602
Date: Circa 1915-1920
Title: Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Photo Package.
Description: Package of 10 Genuine Photographs, Lake Geneva, Wis. One photo of Hotel Geneva. Grogan Photo Systems, Inc. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 1.75 x 2.75"
S#: 0104.04.0307
Date: Circa 1915 Title: Hotel Geneva Circa 1915 (Hammon Publishing Co.)
Description: Text on face: Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis. Name has changed to "Hotel Geneva". The top of the "Light Poles" have been trimmed. Large white globes have been added to the front corners above the Lobby. Printed using the Photogravure process. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.4 x 3.5.
S#: 1911.00.0402
Date: Circa 1915
Title: Hotel Geneva Circa 1915 (Hammon Publishing Co.)
Description: Text on face: Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis. Similar to S#1911.00, also produced by Hammon, but bushes in front to the left are shorter. Either not as mature, or they have been trimmed. Name has changed to "Hotel Geneva". The top of the "Light Poles" have been trimmed. Large white globes have been added to the front corners above the Lobby as well as larger white globes atop the pedestals on either side of the lobby. Printed using the Photogravure process.
Size: 5.4 x 3.5
S#: 0128.53.0118Date: Circa 1915 Title: Hotel Geneva Circa 1915.
Description: Real photo PC. (J.J. Gregory - Cedar Rapids, Ia) Actual photographic Postcard. Name has changed to "Hotel Geneva". The top of the "Light Poles" have been trimmed. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
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S#: 1910.00.1104
Date: Circa 1915 Title: Hotel Geneva. Circa 1915.
Description: Real photo PC. Published by AZO. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
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S#: 1910.01.1202
Date: Circa 1916
Title: "Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis." Circa 1916 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Envelope: "Colored Souvenir of Lake Geneva and Young Men’s Christian Association College Camp. Price Twenty Five Cents. V.O. Hammon Pub. Co.,Chicago." Inside: Souvenir strip of twenty postcard images printed on both sides and folded in an accordion fold. Hotel Geneva is the top image. This image first appeared in 1912. First known as the Training School of the YMCA (1890-1896) and subsequently as the Secretarial Institute and Training School (SITS) (1896-1903). It became the YMCA College or Association College (1913-1933), and was finally named George Williams College in 1933 in honor of the man who founded the YMCA movement in 1844. The strip also includes the interior of Yerkes Observatory, athletic field, water sports, residences of John J. Mitchell, Wm. J Wrigley, Jr., and S. B. Chapin. The N.W. Military Academy was established on the shored of Lake Geneva in 1915. (Published by V. O. Hammon Co., Chicago.)
Size: Envelope 6.25 x 4.25, Folder 6 x 4. Folder: Pp 20.
S#: 0132.19.1213
Date: Circa 1917-1918
Title: Hotel Geneva Circa 1917-18 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Text of face: "Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis. 1454." Text on verso: "Pub. By Arnold’s Drug Store, Lake Geneva, Wis. Photo-Tone Mfg. By The Sturgis Lithograph Co., Sturgis, Mich." In the foreground is a singular pole with a crosspiece. Hanging from the cross piece is a sign that reads "Hotel Geneva." To the right is a lamp post with a single globe. To the right is a three stepped entrance column with a single light mounted to the tallest column. Many flags would indicate the time period during world war I. Five flags are visible including the two above the lobby. There are round glass globes above the lobby as well as on top of the columns in front of the lobby. "Hotel Geneva" lettered across the front of the Lobby above the windows. There is a smoke stack above the chimney.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5
S#: 0138.34.0320Date: Circa 1919 Title: “Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis.” “Published by Lake Geneva Dry Goods Co. #21016 N”
Description: Circa 1919. Postmarked Sept. 24, 1919. B&W image, hand tinted and printed in four color. Printed by E. C. Kropp Co. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5
S#: 0141.01.1008
Date: Circa 1919-21 Title: Hotel Geneva Circa 1919-1921 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Text on face: "3581. Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis." Building has been painted white. One flag is visible on the top left corner of the Lobby. Large globe light has been added to the patio pedestals. Landscaping is flourishing. "Hotel Geneva" lettered across the front of the Lobby above the windows. Light poles visible above base. "Entrance Hotel Geneva" sign and five globe street light visible in the foreground on the corner. The earliest postmark seen to date using this image is August 1921. Verso: "E. A. Bishop. Publisher Racine, Wis. Made in U. S. A. R-80820. Post Card. Message May Be Written On This Side. Address Only On This Side." The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5.
S#: 0141.04.1101
Date: Circa 1919-21 Title: Hotel Geneva Circa 1919-1921 (1911 - S.171). (Minor changes to S#0141.04.)
Description: Text on face: "3581. Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin" Building has been painted white. One flag is visible on the top left corner of the Lobby. Large globe light has been added to the patio pedestals. Landscaping is flourishing. "Hotel Geneva" lettered across the front of the Lobby above the windows. Light poles visible above base. "Entrance Hotel Geneva" sign and five globe street light visible in the foreground on the corner. Verso: (Text and layout varies from S#141.04.) "E. A. Bishop. Publisher Racine, Wis. Made in U. S. A. R-80820. Post Card. This Space for Writing Message. This Space for Address Only." One cent Franklin stamp affixed to back.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5.
S#: 0141.05.0712
Date: 1920's Title: Hotel Geneva 1920's.
Description: The earliest postmark found to date is August 26, 1921. (VO Hammon Publishing Co.) The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards. See original photograph.
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S#: 1920.00.0102
Date: 1920's
Title: Hotel Geneva 1920's B&W Souvenir Booklet. Horace C. Baker Co., Inc. Green Bay, Wis.
Description: Right side of post card is a booklet with small hinge flap for sealing. Inside is accordion fold with 12 B&W photos of Lake Geneva, Wis. One includes Hotel Geneva. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
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S#: 1920.03.0704
Date: 1920's Title: Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis. – 21. E. C. Knopp Co., Milwaukee.
Description: #24783-N Post Marked Aug 8, 1930. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
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S#: 1920.02.0404
Date: 1921
Title: "Greetings from Lake Geneva."
Description: Mini (half size) Souvenir Folder of Lake Geneva, Wis. Postage required: One Cent. (Published by E. A. Bishop, Racine, Wis.) #2329. Post Marked Aug 1921. One image inside of Hotel Geneva. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 4.25 x 3.12
S#: 0144.01.0606
Date: 1926
Title: "Souvenir Folder of Lake Geneva, Wis."
Description: Postage required: One Cent. (Published by E. A. Bishop, Racine, Wis. (c) C.T. & Co.) #2789. Inside images #56466. Post Marked Sept. 1, 1926. One half size image inside of Hotel Geneva. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 6.25 x 4.24
S#: 1926.00.1101
Date: 1930's Title: Hotel Geneva PC 1930's (E.A. Bishop Publisher #3582, 4A-H193)
Description: The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
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S#: 1930.00.0102
Date: 1935 Title: Hotel Geneva, 1935.
Description: “View from the Municipal Recreation Building, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. 5A-H328” Back: Bishop Post Card Co., Racine, Wisconsin. C.T. Art-Colortone. (P.M. 7/7/50) The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5
S#: 0397.05.0807
Date: 1938 Title: Hotel Geneva 1938.
Description: “1944 Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. E. A. Bishop. 8A-H609” Back: Copyright by E. A. Bishop, Racine, Wis. C.T. Art-Colortone. Two copies. (P.M. 8/4/46 & 8/22/44) (Have verified a 7/11/39 postmark.) The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5
S#: 0460.07.0102, 0460.08.0807
Date: 1938 Title: Hotel Geneva 1938. (Published in 1952, first published in 1938.)
Description: View of Hotel Geneva from Flatiron Park looking South. Verso: "Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. E. F. Godfrey, Lake Geneva, Wis. Genuine Curteich - Chicago ‘C. T. Photochrom’ Post Card (Reg. U.S. Post Off.). 2C-P2587. (Printed 1952.)
Size: 5.5 x 3.5
S#: 0460.19.1014
Date: Circa 1938
Title: Hotel Geneva
Description: “Lake Geneva, Wis. 18 Miniature Postcards from original photographs.” “Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.” Set includes one postcard of the Hotel Geneva. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 4.5 x 3
S#: 0142.02.0906
Date: Circa 1938 Title: “Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.”
Description: This may have been sold separately or as part of of the above set of 18. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 4.5 x 3
S#: 0142.01.0703
Date: Circa 1938 Title: Hotel Geneva Circa 1938 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Face: "Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis. #B-1286". Back: "Post Card. (Right) Address. Box: EKC, Place Stamp Here. All rights reserved - The L. L. Cook Co., Milwaukee" (Originally published by EKC. "B-1287" missing "L. L. Cook Co., Milwaukee." So set was probably originally published by by EKC, then republished by L. L. Cook at a later date.) Real Photo Post Card. Would have been produced the same time as B-1287 & B-1290.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5
S#: 0460.14.1213
Date: Circa 1938 Title: Hotel Geneva (Published by L. L. Cook Co., Milwaukee)
Description: “Beautiful Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis. #B-1290". Most likely photographed circa 1938. Real Photo Post Card, Postmark 8/27/47. Would have been produced the same time as B-1287. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5
S#: 0531.03.0806
Date: Circa 1938 Title: Hotel Geneva
Description: "Lake Geneva, Wis. From Hotel Geneva. B-1287". Most likely photographed circa 1938. Postmarked Aug. 12, 1943. Real Photo Post Card. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5
S#: 0595.02.0305
Date: 1938
Title: "Greetings from Lake Geneva, Wisconsin."
Description: Souvenir Folder. Postage required: One and a half Cents. Published by E. A. Bishop, Racine, Wis. #D-4314. One is Post Marked June 24, 1938. One image inside of Hotel Geneva. (Two Copies) The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 6.2 x 4.24
S#: 1938.00.0102, 1938.02.0103
Date: 1939
Title: "Greetings from Lake Geneva, Wisconsin."
Description: Souvenir Folder. (Published by E. A. Bishop, Racine, Wis. #D-5746. One image inside of Hotel Geneva. (Note: Later number than 1938 version, but images date from around 1912-1915. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 6 x 4.24
S#: 1939.00.0306
Date: 1939
Title: “Greetings from Lake Geneva, Wisconsin”
Description: Souvenir Folder of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Inside: “View from Recreation Building.” Image Circa 1935. Folder Circa 1939. Postage required: One and a half Cents. Published by E. A. Bishop, Racine, Wis. #D-5746. One image inside of Hotel Geneva. (Note: Same number as 1939 version, but images similar to 1938 versions.). The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 6 x 4.2
S#: 0501.15.0109
Date: Circa 1939 Title: Hotel Geneva, Circa 1939.
Description: “716 - Where Are You? Mark the spot and Mail this card to a Friend. Scenes on an Auto Trip around Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. 107732-N.” Back: Copyright by E. A. Bishop, Racine, Wis. (P.M. 6/6/42) The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.5 x 3.6
S#: 0501.13.0807
- Hotel Geneva was located half a block south of the corner of Broad and Main Streets. To locate the Hotel Geneva's original location on Google's interactive map, click on the link below.
Date: 1943 Title: Hotel Geneva 1943.
Description: Post Card of Hotel Geneva, Curteich-Chicago "C.T. Art-Colortone", E.F. Godfrey, OC-H1943. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
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S#: 1943.00.0702
Date: Late 40's Title: Hotel Geneva Post Card
Description: (A "Natural Color Card" E.C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee, Wis. #7285) The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
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S#: 1945.00.1002
Date: Circa 1945 Title: "Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis. 6" Circa 1945 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Tree to the left of the Lobby and tall evergreens in front of the lobby are consistent with #0531.03. "Hotel Geneva" lettering over lobby only outlined. Smaller globes above lobby are missing, but larger on stair pedestals are still there. Single light posts along river front. Smoke stack and lobby gutters are gone. Awning is above the entrance to the dining room on the far left. Real Photo Post Card. Back: "Post Card. (Left) Correspondence. (Right) Address. Box: EKC, Place Stamp Here" (Published by EKC.)
Size: 5.4 x 3.5.
S#: 0647.16.0712
Date: Circa 1945
Title: "Andy Gump Monument, City Park, Lake Geneva, Wis. 11" Circa 1945 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Andy Gump was a character in the Chicago Tribune comic strip. He was so popular that as a thank you, the Tribune had a statue made of Gump and placed it on Sidney Smith's property in Lake Geneva. Past away in 1935, the town, moved it to the downtown city park. Hotel Geneva can be seen in the background. Viewed from the Southeast. Part of the S#647.16 Series. Real Photo Post Card. Back: "Post Card. (Left) Correspondence. (Right) Address. Box: EKC, Place Stamp Here" (Published by EKC.)
Size: 5.4 x 3.5
S#: 0647.21.0214
Date: Circa 1945
Title: "View from the Riviera, Lake Geneva, Wis. 40" Circa 1945 (1911 - S.171).
Description: Most likely photographed from one of the docks in front of the Riviera. Hotel Geneva can be seen in the background. Viewed from the Southwest. Part of the S#647.16 Series. Real Photo Post Card. Back: "Post Card. (Left) Correspondence. (Right) Address. Box: EKC, Place Stamp Here" (Published by EKC.)
Size: 5.4 x 3.5
S#: 0647.22.0214
Date: 1948 Title: Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wis. 1948.
Description: Fairbanks Card Company, Brookline, Mass. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5
S#: 0746.11.0307
Date: 1950's Title: K-1 - Hotel Geneva at Lake Geneva, Wisconsin,
Description: E. F. Godfrey, Lake Geneva, Wis. #OC-K400. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
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S#: 1950.00.0404
Date: 1950's Title: Hotel Geneva Post Card
Description: (Colourpicture Publishers, #P22375. Wisconsin Post Card Co.) The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
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S#: 1950.01.0702
Date: 1951 Title: Hotel Geneva.
Description: “12 - View from the Municipal Recreation Building, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin”. "Genuine Curteich, Chicago ‘C. T. Photochrom’ Post Card (Reg. U.S. Post Off.)". 1C-P1888. (Published in 1951 by Curt Teich, Chicago) The C.T. Guide indicates that "The ‘P’ indicates the ‘C.T. Photochrom’ process. Most of the cards printed with this new process were reprints of cards the Teich Company produced in other styles." This is a reprint of the 1935 (5A-H328). This is the same image, but the boat has been added, and the three strollers on the sidewalk have been removed from this version. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5
S#: 0857.05.1208
Date: 1953 Title: Hotel Geneva Post Card
Description: (A genuine Kodachrome reproduction. L.L. Cook Co. 1953. #405. #67711.) The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
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S#: 0987.04.0303
Date: 1955 Title: Hotel Geneva.
Description: “Hermansen’s Hotel Geneva. A fine Resort Hotel on the Lake - in town. Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Copyright 1955, The L. L. Cook Co. #88163. From a Natural Color Transparency. The L. L. Cook Co., Milwaukee, Wis.” June 12, 1956. According to Allen Hermansen, the car on the left in this image was a brand new car he had just purchased. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.4 x 3.5
S#: 1092.19.1008
Date: Circa 1960 (1955 image) Title: Hotel Geneva, Circa 1960.
Description: Back: "Hermansen’s Hotel Geneva. Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright 1912." Note: This image first published in 1955. According to Allen Hermansen, the car on the left in this image was a brand new car he had just purchased. By 1960 the standard size was 4 x 6. Gift from Allen Hermansen. The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
Size: 5.9 x 4.1
S#: 1458.28.0709
Date: 1960's Title: Hotel Geneva Post Card
Description: (Colourpicture Publishers, #P44734. Wisconsin Post Card Co.) The History of the Hotel Geneva viewed through Post Cards.
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S#: 1960.00.0103
Detail of Aerial View Title: Hotel Geneva, Aerial View Circa 1967.
Description: Back: "Aerial View of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Showing Municipal Building, Boat Docks and Bathing Beach. The lake covers and area of 5.504 acres with 26 miles of shoreline. A Summer Paradise. Published by Wisconsin Post Card Co., Lake Geneva, Wisconsin 53147. Johnson Printing, Inc., Eau Claire, Wisconsin. #J4561." P.M. July 30, 1971. Note: Swimming pool can be seen in front of Hotel Geneva Lobby. By December 1967, a swimming pool could be seen in photographs of the Hotel Geneva. See our Wright Study of the Hotel Geneva.
Size: 5.5 x 3.5
S#: 1720.11.1010
TISSUE PACKAGE Date: Circa 1950
Title: Hotel Geneva Kleenex Package. Circa 1950's.
Description: "Hermansen’s Hotel Geneva, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. In Town, on the lake, Complete Resort Facilities. Phone Chester 8-4431." Inside: "This is not ordinary paper... both sides of this handy Kleenex polishing papers are treated with silicone. Either side will do. There is no waste, because you don’t tear them off - you pull them out, whole, ready to use. Rub your glasses and the dust, dirt and smears disappear... leaving a protective coating of silicone on the lens. Not to be used on plastics. Try one and see... better. Kleenex T.M. Reg. U.S. Pat. Off., I.C.P.Co."
Size: 2.6 x 3.3.
ST#: 0831.17.0409
For additional information concerning the Lake Geneva Hotel see our Wright Study
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