Shown here is the interior of Thomas Perkins Meat Market at 325 Pine Avenue. Glass cases display a variety of meats. On top of the counters are several weighing scales. In the background at right, a sign hangs from the ceiling which reads, "Cashier." Several uniformed staff are partly visible under the sign. At left in the foreground, Rex Pure Lard and Swift's Silverleaf Pure Brand Lard are on display on top of the counter. Mounted on the wall behind the meat cases is a large sign which reads, "Reliable Fruit Market." Small hexagonal tiles cover the floor. The walls are painted brick. Just below the Reliable Fruit sign, another sign reads: "Expansion Sale Saturday; Cudahy's Puritan Hams; Demonstration and Sale. Baked Ham Served All Day. These Fixtures Are Temporary. Our New Cases Are Not Quite Ready; Thomas Perkins & Sons." DATE NOTES: Noted on image back. ORIG. IMAGE: 8" x 10" B&W glossy print. NEGATIVE: Yes. KEYWORDS: Grocery, grocers.
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