May 20, 2026
Tag: Kress
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Shopping American Style
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Across America, the most popular meeting places after churches and city parks were the five-and-dime stores. Everyone knew the names Penney, Woolworth, Newberry, and Kress. A lady I knew referred to these department stores as “initial stops.” The four most famous were J.C., F.W., J.J., and S.H.
Past Article
July 11, 2022 1 Comment
There are a few miles between Glencairn, Scotland and Los Angeles, California, but when both places are on your “Been There” list the connection is more enlightening than any history book. This Wee Kirk postcard tells the story and makes you a part of the connection between here and there.