Interior of Allen’s Pharmacy, circa 1913

Interesting clipping! This was identified as Allen's pharmacy, taken sometime between 1910 and 1915. The men were identified: the man behind the soda fountain is William Everett Allen. The man in the foreground is C.R. Russell Sr. The men behind him are Francis Barringer, George Trousdale and Gordon Wright. The building was sold to John … Continue reading Interior of Allen’s Pharmacy, circa 1913 →

Royal Confectionary Interior

Here is another rare postcard showing the interior of the Royal Confectionary in the 200 block of De Siard Street. Look at that tin ceiling!

Hotel Alvis Barber Shop

When I saw this photo come up for auction on Ebay, I knew I had to have it! The Hotel Alvis Barber Shop, 1939. Glued to the back , on Hotel Alvis letterhead, was the following description. Bracketed names are who I have identified with research. Hotel Alvis Barber Shop. This Picture taken Aug. 17 … Continue reading Hotel Alvis Barber Shop →

Turn of the Century DeSiard

This is a rare, grainy photo I found! It shows men erecting a pole (probably electric!) on the corner of Jackson and DeSiard Streets. To give you an idea, the vacant lot is where the Central Bank and Trust Company building is now. You can see Kaliski Music Company in the back. The building later … Continue reading Turn of the Century DeSiard →