Posted 9 years ago
Ted_Straub
(992 items)
This 11.7Cm in diameter glass ashtray promotes Charles and Lilian Brown's Hotel and Country Club of Loch Sheldrake, NY.
This establishment was located in "The Borscht Belt" of the Catskills Region of Eastern New York State. Brown's and other resorts in this area were built primarily for upper class Jews who, in those days were often refused service in many hotels and vacation spots. Many, like Brown's, were full service hotels, which in their entertainment areas fostered the careers of many stars.
Times have changed, and the Borscht Belt still exists as a retreat from urban life, but it's nothing like its long gone hey-day. There is good skiing in the area, and Monticello harness racing track is located there.
The area remains rather bucolic.
There had been some talk of reviving the Catskills by allowing casino gambling in hotels there, but these ideas are still in the talking stage.
This is a nice memento of The American Scene…...
Thank you, aghcollect. I forgot to mention that this was obtained at The Volunteers of America Thrift Store for 30 cents!
Hi, Dave…thanks for the love!
Hey, sean, I appreciate the love!
Hi, Trey….thank you for the love!
Wow! This ashtray really brings back memories. I am a former waitress there. I lived on the grounds and worked 6 or 7 days per week. My salary was either $1.90/hr. or $2.90/hr. - I forgot - but with the tips….we all made good money there, back in their heyday. Brown's was founded in 1944 and I was there near the tail end, in the summer of 1967 and also in 1971, but it was still booked solid. What an interesting subculture! I and not Jewish, but I loved it and had a great time.
Why, thank you Brainbytes, your most interesting recollections are truly appreciated.
I find the subcultures of the USA often more fascinating and enchanting than the dominant cultures. It's good to recall such contributions from all of the groups that comprise our society.
Again, thank you for adding to the history of this ashtray, and of Brown's Resort.
The best to you always….
Hi, Geodejem…..thanks for your liking of this item….
Thank you, Thomas…..I appreciate the love!