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| Postcard circa 1971: Kummerlowe Archive |
Binghamton-North,
New York -- 700 Front St |
Opened in the
spring of 1971, Binghamton-North complemented the area's nearby
but older Vestal complex. Built
where I-81 turns to the north and U.S. 17 heads west, the facility
enjoyed many years of prosperity at its well positioned site.
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| Brochures ca. 1980s: Dan Donahue |
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Below:
Having been squared off during the 1990s, the Gate Lodge's cupola-spire
and Lamplighter weathervane remained in place until the early
2000s. |
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| Photo 2000: Dr. Chris Ziemonwicz |
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| Photos 5-02: Kummerlowe Archive |
Still displaying its Howard Johnson street sign, the Motor Lodge had already ceased being a member of the once proud chain. Having suffered years of neglect and layers of stucco its Orange glory days were long passed. The property went unbranded for a period of time and had come to serve the less affluent and workmen on extended stays. Below: No longer a Howard Johnson by 2002, the property's towering highway sign had been covered up by a blue tarp and "Restaurant" with a banner advertising a $39.95 rate. |
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