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The Tenderloin Inn
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Illustrated postcard of exterior and interior views of the Tenderloin Inn, famous for beef tenderloin dinners. Caption reads: "The Tenderloin Inn, 2438 University Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin."
circa 1950-1959
Fagan Publishing Co.
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WHi 136085
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Ivy Inn Motor Hotel
circa 1960-1969
View across street towards a motor hotel located at 2355 University Avenue.
Luther Memorial Church
circa 1960-1969
View across street towards the church located at 1021 University Avenue, between Mills and Brooks Streets.
Ramada Inn of Madison
1967
Exterior view of the large electric sign in front of the inn, and an inset view of the cocktail lounge with a jungle atmosphere. Located at 3841 E. Washington Avenue.
Fabulous Madison in Wonderful Wisconsin
circa 1960-1969
Elevated view of the south east campus area with Lake Monona in the background.
Nob Hill Restaurant
circa 1960-1969
View of the Nob Hill Restaurant beside Lake Monona, with the Madison skyline in the distance. Formerly located at the junction of Olin Avenue and Hwys. 12 & 18.
White House Motel
1950
Colorized postcard view of Walker's White House Motel on Highway 53 — Washington Heights. Next to the White House Inn. 16 ultra modern large guest rooms. Open all year — television.
