Aerial view over Nettles Island. Community amenities detailed on the back of the postcard with "...this unique recreational vehicle resort has 1585 beautifully landscaped sites with paved drives, concrete patios, picnic tables, and 5-point hookups. There's a golden sand beach, two swimming pools, and facilities for all sports relating to the out-of-doors. A staff of activity directors plan games, contests, and parties."
The Hickman Motel, located on Highway US 1, to the south of Stuart. The motel was built in 1953 by owner, Paul W. Hickman. The motel was sold to M. L. and Irene Newman around 1957 and remained in operation into the 1960s.
Aerial view over the Hickman Motel. Back caption reads "For Those Who Demand The Best/ Hickman's Motel/ It's new, 100% air-conditioned, hot water heat, tile baths, fire & soundproof. World's finest fresh & salt water fishing - Shuffleboard and swings - TV - 36 miles north of Palm Beach - 3 miles south of Stuart, Florida, on U.S. 1. Mac & Irene Newman."
View along Osceola Street in downtown Stuart. Several businesses in view, including H. C. Pence Co., Osceola Electric, Jerry's Bar, Ruhnke Photo Shop, Martin County Hardware and the Lyric Theatre.
