Category Archives: Americana Places

Smallwood Store in Chokoloskee, Florida

Posted on August 19, 2011 by Gina

Established in 1906, Ted Smallwood’s Store and Trading Post in Chokoloskee, Florida served the western edge of the Everglades as a place to trade hides, furs, farm produce, handle mail and provide goods in return… Continue reading →

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Bowling Shirts Remain Fashionable Although Bowling Is Not

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Gina

Many bowling alleys in the U.S. that have been in business for decades are gradually shutting their doors as bowling loses popularity as a sport. One such bowling center is… Continue reading →

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Nikki’s Drive-Inn

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Gina

Overlooking Chattanooga, Tennessee, Nikki’s Drive-Inn has been serving up jumbo fried shrimp, hand-battered onion rings, mouth-watering burgers and more since 1941. Owner June Jones says that regular folks as well as celebrities visiting the area can’t resist the tried-and-true tastes of … Continue reading →

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