San Francisco California 1916 Clift Hotel Guest Letterhead 10 x 7

This June 7, 1916 handwritten guest letter on Clift Hotel stationery from San Francisco, California reflects personal correspondence written during the city’s early twentieth-century hotel culture.

Following the rebuilding of San Francisco after the 1906 earthquake, prominent downtown hotels became symbols of civic renewal and cosmopolitan life. Branded hotel stationery served as both practical writing paper and subtle advertising, reinforcing the establishment’s identity through printed seals and typography. Such pieces offer insight into travel habits, social networks, and the tone of private communication in the pre-telephone era.

The 10 x 7 folded sheet features the Clift Hotel name with a blue emblem printed at the top center. The interior pages contain a neatly penned letter dated June 7, 1916, discussing travel plans and personal matters, signed at the conclusion. The paper shows original fold lines and light, even toning consistent with age, with clean margins and legible script throughout.

The item shown in the listing is the exact item the collector will receive. We have tens of thousands of items to choose from. Shipping will always be combined or refunded to save you as much money as possible. Please contact us with any questions, or visit our store page for specifics.