July 26, 2024
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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.
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April 12, 2020 No Comments
There is speculation that the ancient Egyptians did it first, but now evidence that beer existed 13,500 years ago has come to light. Beer is the third most popular beverage (drink) on earth – only water and tea are more frequently used to quench the human thirst. A suggestion that may or may not be […]