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One of the largest dealers in Minnesota was Central Motors, 225 University Avenue in St. Paul, MN. It was advertised as covering an entire block, and it did—plus another block for used cars. They were in business from 1947 until the mid-fifties. Old folks remember waiting in long lines to see the 1953 models, which … Read more
In 1954, Bud Johnson Pontiac, situated at 1515 University Avenue, adjacent to the Hi Jack Bar, transitioned into Arrow Pontiac. On December 13, 1955, at 2:44 p.m., the dealership experienced a devastating fire. The blaze, initiated by an explosion, shattered the showroom windows and inflicted substantial damage on both the building and the vehicles … Read more
Harold J. Slawik, a lifelong St. Paul resident, built a lasting legacy in the automotive industry. His business, Slawik Motors—later renamed Atomik Motors—operated at 1865 University Avenue before expanding. In the 1950s, he and his wife, Marie, grew the business into Midway Ford, one of the Midwest’s top dealerships. Marie played a key role, becoming … Read more
Modern Trends in Fixtures for Food Serviceat Paulle’s Factory Showrooms407 Hamline Avenue North, St. Paul, MinnesotaPhone: Nestor 2818 The only display of its kind in the Midwest! Exciting new ideas await you at Paulle’s showrooms. Expert food service engineers will assist you in planning an interior that offers atmosphere and a kitchen that meets … Read more
To All My Preferred Customers: I can new be reached for business at Midway Ford Co., 1850 University Avenue. My present move will enable me to serve you with the best of my ability, and give you my fullest attention to fulfill your automotive needs. I wish to extend my appreciation for all friends that … Read more
TO SHOW FURNITURE LARGE EXHIBITION BUILDING TO BE ERECTED AT MIDWAY. Northwestern furniture and Stove Association Will Construct a Big Structure, Where Retail Merchants of the Country May View Stock Under One Roof. The new Northwestern Stove Exhibition Building is now fully decided on by the promoters of the enterprise involving the erection of a … Read more
Old fashioned hospitality, sought by the traveler but not always found, is the first thing you notice at an Imperial Motel. We think it is an ingredient which has contributed greatly to the Success Of our growing business. Starting with a friendly welcome when you register. the Imperial 400 Motel management is interested in being … Read more
HISTORY AND BUSINESS The A. J. Krank Company. with its wholly owned subsidiary. Alfred J. Krank Incorporated. is one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of toilet preparations. barber and beauty parlor supplies in the United States. The present Company is the outgrowth of the business which was originally founded in 1883 by the late … Read more
Way back in 1885 the city St. Paul designated Central Park as a fine new amenity for what was intended to be an upscale and upstanding neighborhood, growing like moss, just north of the downtown. A few well-to-do families owned a little land on the south side of University Avenue, between Cedar and Robert Streets. … Read more