Grayslake Illinois Cuddy’s Druce Lake Hotel Real Photo Postcard

Cuddy's Drug Lake Hotel in Grayslake, Illinois, represents a common type of commercial establishment found in developing American towns during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Combining a pharmacy with lodging, it served both the daily needs of local residents and offered accommodations for travelers or seasonal visitors. Grayslake, platted in 1895, experienced growth as a commercial and residential center within Lake County, benefiting from its agricultural surroundings and later, improved transportation links.