
Young businessman John G. McCrorey (1860-1923) invested $2,000 and opened his first discount variety store in Scottdale, Pennsylvania, in 1882. The store, which sold inexpensive items such as candy, shoes, clothes, cosmetics, household items, and toys, was an immediate success. By 1915 McCrorey had a profitable empire of 113 so-called “five & dime” stores. This picture shows the Mill Street entrance of the New Castle store, which fronted both East Washington and Mill Streets. I believe McCrory’s moved into this location at #130 East Washington Street when it was vacated by the Michener & Hormell shoe store in February 1911. Earlier newspaper mentions have McCrorey’s at #78 East Washington Street as early as 1906. |
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