Cee’s fun Photo Challenge #NaBloPoMo
My neighbor’s grandfather, Mr. Haury, started the “modern” market in the “resort” town of Woodlake, CA in the early 1900s. In 1961 the Gongs were looking for a business they could manage with their family helping. They bought the market and the theater and hired contractors to begin the remodel.
Another of my neighbors reported that he used to swim in the basement of the theater, so it probably had some structural issues. The senior Gongs removed the deteriorating theater and turned that area into a much-needed parking lot.
What makes this photo fun is that the bench looks at the blank wall rather than at the street.
Gene Gong told me, “We are a neighborhood store.” The Woodlake Chamber of Commerce recognized Gene and Ray Gong, sons of the original owners, who now manage the store for their longevity serving this community with this full-service market and their community service.
Congratulations on your successful business, Ray and Gene Gong.
What a neat piece of history. Wonderful post.
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Thank you, Cee.
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Please accept my congratulations on having your post featured on Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge, well done!
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Seriously? I didn’t know yet. Thanks for the heads up. I enjoy taking part in Cee’s challenges. 🙂
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Your most welcome. Me too, there full of fun and surprises!
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