| Summary: | Color print view of Borden-Wheeler Springs Hotel and Summer Cottage Colony located in Borden Springs, AL. This little gem sits in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and was known as one of the most romantic spots in Alabama. Large two-story, L-shaped structure with irregualr rooftop. Several other buildings located close to the hotel. Roads leading to the many structures. Hotel located down in a valley with mountains and hills surrounding it. Postmarked August [illegible] 1928. Divided back postcard. Printed on front: 'Aeroplane View of Borden-Wheeler Springs Hotel and Summer Cottage Colony, Borden Springs, Ala. One of the best known Summer Resorts in the South. Midway between Atlanta and Birmingham, on S. A. L. R. R. Good Auto Roads. Altitude 1,500 feet. Always Cool. Wheeler Cottage. Uncle Tom's Cabin. Hotel. Dance Pavilion. Mineral Spring. Swimming Pool. Golf Links. Big Terrapin Creek.' Printed on back: 'Borden- "Wheeler" Springs, a real mountain summer resort and famous watering place for S. A. L. R. R. For rates write Manager, Borden Springs, Ala. E. C. Kropp Co., MilwaukeeWritten on back: 'Well, How is everybody? fine, I hope I am having a wonderful time here. drinking good water & plenty to eat. will see you all soon. Belle, Miss Ann Dunlevey 747 - 5th St. c/o Schulze Baking Co. Cincinnati -O.'
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