Hotel Jefferson Letter 1923 St Louis MO Handwritten Stationery Envelope For Sale

This listing features a remarkable piece of vintage ephemera: a handwritten letter dated May 2, 1923, on Hotel Jefferson stationery, accompanied by its original envelope. The Hotel Jefferson, located in St. Louis, Missouri, was known for its fireproof construction and European plan accommodations, as highlighted on the letterhead. The stationery prominently displays an illustration of the hotel, along with the printed name of its president, Lyman T. Hay, and the hotel\'s address at \"12th and Locust Sts.\" This letter serves as an intriguing snapshot of personal correspondence from the early 20th century, revealing insights into social interactions of the time.The envelope, adorned with a printed depiction of the hotel and the phrase \"ABSOLUTELY FIREPROOF,\" is addressed to Mr. Arthur Horowitz in the Bronx, New York. A red 2-cent U.S. postage stamp featuring George Washington\'s profile is affixed to the top right corner, with a circular postmark from St. Louis indicating the date and time of mailing. Notably, the envelope also contains a printed box advising to \"REGISTER OR INSURE VALUABLE MAIL,\" reflecting the importance placed on secure communication during this era.The content of the letter itself is informal and conversational, written in a cursive hand. The writer, identified as \"Nat,\" addresses his friend with a casual salutation and shares a humorous anecdote about a mutual acquaintance\'s aspirations. The letter\'s tone and content provide a glimpse into the personal lives and friendships of the time, while the choice of stationery and envelope design underscores the significance of hospitality and communication in the early 20th century. This item is a valuable artifact for collectors of historical correspondence and those interested in the cultural nuances of vintage American life.