The Pan-American

Desota Exposition

Tampa, Florida

Exhibits of the nations over the World will be waiting for you January 30 through February 18, 1939 - in Tampa Florida.  A colorful International celebration that includes the "Gasparilla Carnival".  The Pageant of Desota, and may other thrilling, beautiful and educational features.

" Main Street U.S.A. "

Street Scene, Looking South on Franklin St.

TAMPA, FLORIDA

VACANCY

Lindale HOTEL COURT

3102 Nebraska Ave.

Tampa, Florida

"For Those Who Care"

Closest Court down town on Nebraska Av.  Ideally located in quiet residential section.  Walking distance to restaurants and theatre.  Bus by door. Rooms heated by thermostatically controlled central heating furnace.  Each with private all-tile bath, cross ventilation, attic fans. innerspring mattresses.  Hot and cold water.  Ice Furnished.  Noted for cleanliness.  Open All Year

VACANCY

HOTEL PURITAN

PLANT AVE. at PLATT ST.

TAMPA, FLA.

Tampa's Modern Residential Hotel

Located one block from beautiful Bay Shore Blvd. 

and Tampa Bay.  Steam heat and elevator.  Near tourist center, 

golf, swimming, fishing and shopping center.  Known for 

excellent food, friendly service and a homey atmosphere.  American and European plan.

VACANCY

TAMPA AUTO HAVEN

 

 

 

" Main Street U.S.A. "

Franklin Street

Tampa, Florida

FULL MOON

 

MOOLIGHT OVER LOWER TAMPA BAY

SHOWING MAIN SHIP CHANNEL BRIDGE

OF SUNSHINE SKYWAY, FLORIDA

Fabulous Florida Favorites

A bit of old Spain,

Ybor City, Fla.

" MAIN STREET U.S.A. "

" Fabulous Florida Favorites "

 

Street Scene, Looking North in front of

TAMPA TERRACE HOTEL,

Tampa, Florida

 

FULL MOON

Skyline by Moonlight,

Tampa, Florida

 

Tampa, Florida Today

University of Tampa

Tampa Bay is the largest islet on the western cost of Florida.  The Tampa Bay Hotel is 1100 feet long and the main hall is more than 700 feet long.  There are about 500 rooms with accommodations for nearly 1000 guests.  Broad galleries extend on the south and north fronts from 16 to 26 feet in width,  all under cover of roofs, supported by ornamental columns, making a grand promenade.

Tampa Bay Hotel is now

 

The University of Tampa

WATER TOWER

Sulpher Springs

210 Feet High,

Tampa, Fla.

This imposing structure is one of Florida's best land and aerial marks,  the top of which has a tank holding 136,000 gallons of pure water, supplied by spring in base of tower.

posted: Mar., 1947
Tampa, Fla.

To: Gladys Bamburger
Wilmington, Del.

Dear Gladys & Mable
How are you two coming along & how
is the weather up there its been a bad winter
down here worst in 30 years.  We hope to be starting home
soon now, will be glad to get back
Regards to Pop & You,
Phebe

" A Bite to Eat "

Las Novedades Spanish Restaurant

founded in 1890, is Tampa's oldest Spanish Restaurant. 

It is located at Broadway and 15th Street in colorful Ybor City. 

Pictured are interiors of La Fiesta Room and the modern kitchen. 

When you visit Las Novedades you are invited to inspect the kitchen.

 

Main Street, U.S.A.

 

Street Scene, Looking North in front of

TAMPA TERRACE HOTEL,

Tampa, Florida

 

 

CLASSIC CHROME

HOTEL FLORIDAN

&

SAPPHIRE ROOM

 

Tampa, Florida

James B. Pickard, Manager

One of Florida's finest hotels.  Nineteen floors of solid comfort. 

Completely air-conditioned.  Splendid dining room service. 

Beautiful Cocktail Lounge featuring nightly entertainment.

COLISEUM

 The Coliseum is still there and functional 

and open for business.

Posted Tampa Feb. 25, 1936

Dear Rose, 

Well this is sure the land of moon shine and Oranges.  Never knew there were so many - just miles of fine orchards.  We are more than enjoying our selves.  We are going to Fort Meyers and on to Miami hope everyone at home is well.

Maudie 

Coliseum today