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Description
Access to this collection is generously supported by Arcadia funds. Grocery store or general store and gas station in mountain or rural location in a clearing surrounded by tall trees. The building is constructed of wood with a tree trunk and logs incorporated into the structure. There is a shaded porch on the left, and several barrels with spigots next to the porch. A car and man in a white shirt are at the gas station, a covered parking area on the right side of the building. A United States flag on a tall pole is in front of the store. Legible signs include: "Groceries," "Cold drinks," "Gas 23 c [cents]," and a very faded sign reading "Auto / Shell [with Shell Company symbol]."
Type
image
Identifier
uclamss_1756_xxxx_b0183 ark:/21198/zz002b1bbp
Language
English
Subject
Business Grocery stores--California Environment Automobile service stations--California Cabins--California General stores--California Transportation
Source
C.C. Pierce Photographic Collection, circa 1898-1934
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